Ward 2 Councillor, Akanji Abass, Distributes Exercise Books, Solar Lights in Ona-Ara
In a demonstration of grassroots representation, the Ward 2 Councillor, Hon. Akanji Alamu Abass, has distributed exercise books to schools and solar lights to residents across Ward 2, Ona-Ara Local Government Area of Oyo State.
The initiative is aimed at improving educational opportunities for pupils and addressing community needs through improved lighting.
The exercise books were distributed to schools including St. Paul School, Apasan; St. Paul School, Kajola; St. Andrew School, Fagoye; Islamic Mission School, Araro; All Saints School, Araro; D.C. School, St. James School, Eleja; and Islamic Mission School, Afodile.
In addition to the educational support, solar lights were provided to residents of Ward 2 to improve the living environment and aid community development.
The presentation was witnessed by the Executive Chairman of Ona-Ara Local Government, Dr. Temitope Kolapo Glorious, alongside political leaders and stakeholders, including the Director-General of the Campaign, Alhaji Taiwo Oke; Hon. Muftau Ogunremi; Hon. Bakare; Chief Adurodekun; Dr. Ifeoluwa Akande; party executives and members of the Allied Peoples Movement (APM).
A major highlight of the occasion was the commendation by the Campaign Director-General, Alhaji Taiwo Oke, who observed that Hon. Abass had taken after the Executive Chairman, Dr. Glorious, in his approach to service.
He noted that the councillor’s gesture reflects the same spirit of generosity, commitment and people-oriented leadership demonstrated by Dr. Glorious.
The commendations further highlighted the importance of practical representation, where elected officials deliver initiatives that directly benefit their communities.
