Renewed Hope Program:Hon Ashimi Distributes Food To Aged,Widows, Vulnerable.

Emmanuel lkpeama 

The Executive Chairman of Somolu Local Government, Hon. Lateef Ashimi, has distributed food palliative to 2000 residents, urging them to remain hopeful about the greatness of Nigeria.

Ashimi made this appeal during the 3rd edition of the Renewed Hope Food Palliatives, which targeted the aged, widows, and vulnerable members of the society held on Thursday, 27th November 2025.

Speaking during the event,Hon.Ashimi, reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to the welfare of the people, while describing the palliative programme as part of the local government’s alignment with the Federal Government’s Renewed Hope Agenda, which seeks to ensure that no Nigerian is left behind.

He expressed gratitude that the programme had been well-received, with residents showing enthusiasm and joy during the distribution.

“I have watched with kin interest the reactions of the residents anytime we called for Palliative distribution ,the joy is always overwhelming,hence the need to continue to sustain it and increase it from 1000 to 2000 beneficiaries.”

“We understand the pressures our people are facing, and it is our responsibility as a government to provide support where it is needed most,”He said.

Hon Ashimi expressed mixed feelings about the event, citing the joy of distributing food items to 2000 beneficiaries, but also mourning the loss of a Baale who was recently presented a vehicle by the local government.

” I have a mix feelings about today’s event,I am happy that people will go home with rice,beans,garri and other raw food items but I am sad that one of the Baales we presented a Vehicle last month has gone to be with the Lord.”

“Let us remember the Baale of Igbari Akoka High Chief Adisa Jinadu and members of his family in our Prayers.”he stated

He further emphasize the importance of cleanliness as residents have formed the habits of dumping refuse at illegal locations.

“This is totally unacceptable.Any one caught dumping refuse along Bajulaiye/ Fola Agoro road or anywhere for that matter will be charged to Court.”

“PSPs have been designated to streets and they are working assiduously to serve the residents,why dump refuse on the roads, streets and even Bus stops or inside the Canal!”

Ashimi equally advised the aged to patronise the Primary Healthcare Centre closest to them in order to know their diabetes and hypertension Status.

“Check your health status, the Primary Healthcare Centres are meant to keep you healthy.”he reaffirmed.

Investigator news reports that community leaders, market women, youth representatives, and civil society groups were present to monitor the exercise and commended the transparent process adopted by the local government.

A representative of the Community Development Committee (CDC), Alhaji Inuolajin Tella, applauded the initiative, describing it as “timely and impactful.”

Several beneficiaries could not hide their excitement as they left with their food packages.

For Mrs Balikis Oyelade, a widow from Ward C,she expressed gratitude, saying the palliative would go a long way in supporting her household.

Another beneficiary, Mr Sunday Adewunmi, thanked the chairman for “always prioritising the needs of the people.”

Investigator news gathered that the Renewed Hope Palliative Distribution is expected to continue across various communities in Somolu in the coming weeks, as the local government intensifies efforts to cushion the effects of rising living costs.

The occasion was witnessed by the Vice Chairman Hon Taiwo Ojomu, Leader of the House Hon Tunde James Oyeyiola,other Councillors,Apex Leader of Somolu APC Demola Olisa,APC ward Chairmen, immediately past Chairperson Somolu Local Government Madam Marian Omotanwa Salawu