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Ogun lawmaker supports constituents with trade tools


Ogun State House of Representatives member representing Ijebu Central Federal Constituency, Femi Ogunbanwo, has supported 1,500 constituents with trade tools.

Ogunbanwo also reaffirmed his commitment to using his representation to facilitate projects and programmes that make life easier for the residents of the federal constituency while also enhancing its socio-economic advancement.

In a statement issued by his media aide, Femi Adeleye, on Monday, Ogunbanwo disclosed this during an empowerment programme at Awujale Pavilion, Ijebu Ode.

According to the statement, over 1500 people received various trade tools such as grinding machines, sewing machines, water pumping machines, hair dryers, chemical/sprayer kits, hair clippers, and fertilisers, among others.

Ogunbanwo added that the intervention is to support and help in cushioning the effects of the ongoing economic reforms.

“This empowerment programme is part of an intervention to provide succour for our people.It is aimed at alleviating the suffering of the masses in Ijebu Central Federal Constituency,” he said.

Ogunbanwo reaffirmed his commitment to the betterment of the people of the constituency, stating that the event was a testament to his dedication to uplifting the constituents.

The Ogun State’s deputy chairman of the All Progressives Congress, James Dina, urged beneficiaries to make optimal use of the items.

Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, Adedeji Adekoya lauded the lawmaker for the initiative, adding, “This gesture is a huge relief to our people, especially in these challenging times.

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