…Donates to orphanage centre in Osun

Former Special Adviser on Youth and Sports under the leadership of Gboyega Oyetola in the All Progressives Congress (APC) and an aspirant for the House of Representatives for Osogbo/Olorunda/Orolu/Irepodun, Adegboyega Abdulateef Adelabu Aremo, has called on government at all levels to provide stronger support for orphanages and homes for vulnerable children.

Adelabu made the call on Monday during a visit to a faith-based motherless home in Osun State, the Federation of Muslim Women’s Association (FOMWAN) orphanage home, where he marked his birthday with the donation of items to children and staff of the facility.

“If you travel abroad, you will see places where people can access free food, clothes, and other essentials through government support. If individuals can do this much, imagine what will happen if the government comes to their assistance.”

He noted that the orphanage, run by private individuals, relies largely on personal contributions, adding that government intervention would enable such homes to expand their impact.

The APC chieftain explained that the outreach was part of his personal tradition of giving back, rather than a politically motivated act.

“Birthday is a time to give gratitude to Almighty Allah. After prayers, the next thing is to give. This is about appreciating God and supporting the less privileged,” Adelabu said, adding that he had been visiting the home for years, even before venturing into politics.

Also speaking, the Director General of Campaign for Adelabu’s team, Mr Shola Oyeduntan, gave further insight into the initiative, stressing that it is a long-standing tradition rather than a one-off gesture.

“This is not something we just started. This is maybe the tenth consecutive time we are coming here. It has always been part of what my principal does, giving back to the less privileged from what God has given to him,” he said.

Administrator of the home, Mrs Adeyemi Rukayatu, described the gesture as impactful, noting that the donated items would go a long way in supporting the children’s welfare.

“All the things provided are very useful and beneficial to our children,” she said. “We appreciate this kind gesture, and we call on others to emulate it.”

She added that the home occasionally faces shortages and appealed to both the government and members of the public for continued assistance.