Joyful Christmas:Jakande Brings Smiles With N3,500 Subsidized Chicken Sales To Odi Olowo Ojuwoye Residents

Emmanuel lkpeama 

As part of its efforts in making sure that the people of Odi-Olowo Ojuwoye LCDA celebrate the Christmas festival,Hon. Seyi Jakande (JAKO), Executive Chairman of Òdì-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA,brought joy to residents with a Christmas Chicken Sale, offering chickens at a subsidized rate of N3,500.

The initiative was a huge success, with residents from all walks of life benefiting from the subsidized chicken sale as it is part of Hon Seyi Jakande’s commitment to delivering affordable festive essentials to the community, aligning with his “service to the people, prosperity for all” promise under the HEWA Agenda.

Investigator news reports that as at 6am on Tuesday 23, December 2025, thousands of people gathered at the council secretariat waiting for Hon Jakande to come and issue them the card with which they would use in purchasing the subsidized chicken.

Hon. Jakande personally supervised the exercise, ensuring transparency and fairness throughout the exercise,as over 2,500 residents benefited directly, following strict measures for crowd control, payment processing, and fair distribution.

With market prices ranging between ₦15,000 and ₦30,000, the programme provided significant relief to families during the festive season,the people of Odi Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA enjoyed their affordable Christmas chickens, with the atmosphere filled with laughter and gratitude.

Speaking with newsmen,Hon Jakande described the programme as “a promise kept,”during the electioneering campaign and change of power that his administration would continue to sustain all the people oriented policies and programs of the last administration.

He emphasized that the initiative was designed to help families celebrate Christmas with dignity and joy notwithstanding the economic situation

“This is a continuation of what we have been doing every year to support families, individuals and people in the community.Our administration remains committed to community-focused programmes that directly impact the welfare of our people,” he stated.

The Chairman went further to note that for his administration to ensure fairness and transparency,the beneficiaries came with their permanent voters card and their radio/television permit so as to ensure that the people that would benefit are truly residents of Odi-Olowo Ojuwoye LCDA.

Jakande appeal to the people to ensure that they have a peaceful coexistence in the community, celebrate with caution and be cautious of what they eat so that their Christmas would be a blissful one.

Residents expressed appreciation for the council’s efforts, “This is amazing!” exclaimed Mrs. Adeyemi, a happy resident.Hon. Jakande is truly working for us!”

Another beneficiary Mrs Fumilayo Mustapha said the programme was well organised.

“The Chicken price is very affordable and the exercise was well coordinated. Individuals were not allowed to buy more than one chicken so as to ensure that items be enough for everyone to purchase,” he said.

Another beneficiary,Mrs Oduayo Taiwo said that it was a well thought out initiative. She expressed her gratitude to the Executive Chairman for recognizing them this Christmas.

” As he decided to assist us this chicken for N3,500,God will also assist him in his time of need,he will not suffer ” she said.

Lending their voices,the Head of Agric and social services Odi Olowo Ojuwoye LCDA,Mr Ogunbade Ibrahim appreciated the fact that so many people came out from the 9wards and 36 communities so as to benefit from the subsidized chicken sales.

He said,”it will bring a great relief for so many vulnerable household following the high economic reality in the community and country at large. The Chairman has absolutely well and must be commended for bringing succour to the people of Odi-Olowo Ojuwoye LCDA”he stated.

The Chairman Christian Association of Nigeria Odi-Olowo Ojuwoye LCDA chapter, Bishop Dr Emmanuel Babatunde lauded the Chairman for putting smiles in the face of the residents especially the Christian community by way of subsidizing chicken that is sold for N15,000 to N30,000, noting that the exercise would go a long way in taking care of things as it relates to Christmas season.

Investigator news gathered that Hon. Jakande’s commitment to serving the people was once again on display, as he ensured that the Christmas season was a little brighter for residents of Odi Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA.

The people have spoken, and Hon. Seyi Jakande has delivered – a Christmas gift that will be remembered for a long time. As the festive season came to a close, the memories of the ₦3,500 chicken sale will linger on, a testament to the impact of selfless service.