Distinguished Senator Francis Fadahunsi OFR, representing Osun East Senatorial District (Ife/Ijesa) and Chairman of the Senate Committee on Industries, distributed foodstuffs, and financial aid to more than 2,000 elderly women and widows in the Ife area.
The “Ife Elderly Women and Widows Outreach” took place at Oba Okunade Sijuwade Hall in Enuwa, Ile-Ife, on Thursday.
Represented by his wife, Mrs. Adeola Fadahunsi, the senator highlighted the program’s focus on often-overlooked groups like elderly women and widows. It also supports youth development and general welfare to ease economic hardships and honor their societal contributions.
Elder Elijah Ayo Awodirepo, Senior Legislative Aide, noted the outreach as part of wider efforts to combat poverty and hunger through job opportunities and welfare programs. The event drew a large crowd from various communities.
Mrs. Bosede Oyesanmi from Obafemi Awolowo University’s Directorate of Internal Audit sensitized attendees on healthy living, family care, social engagement, diligence, and prayer.
Beneficiary representative Mrs. Faderera Adelore praised the senator’s ongoing support for vulnerable community members.
Religious leaders, including CAN representative Pastor Olakunle Lawrence, Deputy Chief Imam Alhaji Monsur Adedeji, and Iyalojas, attended, showing strong community backing.
Every beneficiary received food items, cash, and empowerment materials.
