₦airaland Forum

ABEOKUTA, Ogun State — Hon. Afolabi Afuape, the member of the House of Representatives representing Abeokuta South Federal Constituency, on Tuesday distributed tools and cash grants to 854 entrepreneurs in a bid to boost their businesses and stimulate economic growth.

The ceremony, held at the Ake Palace, saw hundreds of beneficiaries receive equipment such as fridges, motorcycles, and sewing machines, as well as cash grants ranging from N50,000 to N100,000. According to The Metrics, the gesture is part of Mr. Afuape's efforts to reduce unemployment and enhance economic well-being in his constituency.

In a speech at the event, Mr. Afuape highlighted his legislative contributions, including sponsoring bills aimed at improving national governance and local development. Some of the bills he mentioned include the National Farm Settlements Agency Bill and the Police Act Amendment Bill.

The lawmaker also emphasized his commitment to concrete community interventions, citing projects such as classroom construction and renovation, and the installation of solar-powered street lights. "These efforts are aimed at enhancing the learning environment for students and supporting the educational development of the constituency," he said.

Mr. Afuape has also facilitated employment opportunities within government agencies and provided revolving loans to traders and artisans. The beneficiaries include the Panseke Traders Association and the Itoko-Keesi-Emere Women's Group.

Party leaders and stakeholders praised Mr. Afuape's efforts, urging him to continue working towards the betterment of his constituency. They also called on him to spearhead laws that would combat drug abuse and activate farm settlements to bolster agricultural production.

*The Metrics* reports that Mr. Afuape remains committed to his constituency, promising to explore legislative actions that will benefit his people and working towards their welfare

Karlovych:
Awolowo and Abiola must be rolling in the grave because of what my fellow Omoluabis have become.

#Back to Bourdillon 2027

Sharpsharp00123:
but your parents were given pigs as empowerment in your state ooo

I guess ojucrook is already sobbing in hell by now

Karlovych:
I'm from Osun state

saphiere:
This is nonsense.
In 2025 we're still sharing Keke and Motorcycle while countries like China is using driverless cars for public transportation.

hams on our leaders.

Karlovych:
Awolowo and Abiola must be rolling in the grave because of what my fellow Omoluabis have become.

#Back to Bourdillon 2027

AmalaAtiEwedu:
Na which hotel dem call u go last?

dominique:
How do they select their beneficiaries? Randomly? Through raffle or through connections?

AImiron:
lol they are party members.