The immediate past Technical Advisors to Governor Biodun Oyebanji have donated foodstuffs and other essential materials to the Erelu Adebayo Children’s Home at Iyin-Ekiti as part of efforts to support the welfare and wellbeing of vulnerable children.
The gesture, according to the group, was also to complement the state government’s commitment to social care and protection.
Items donated at the Home include bags of rice, toiletries, detergents, bathing soaps, noodles, amongst others.
Leader of the former Technical Advisors, Chief Akin Fasae, said the initiative was aimed at supporting Governor Oyebanji’s people-oriented programmes, particularly those designed to improve the living conditions of children in need of care, protection and support.
Chief Akin Fasae added that the gesture also formed part of activities to celebrate the successful completion of Governor Oyebanji’s first term in office and recognise the administration’s efforts towards inclusive governance, social welfare as well as promotion of an egalitarian society.
The former aides said that the welfare of vulnerable children remained a collective responsibility that required the contributions of individuals, organisations and other members of society.
in their remarks,Akogun Tai Oguntayo, Mr Stephen Adetunji, Mrs Abimbola Oni noted that Governor Oyebanji had made significant contributions to the welfare of orphans, vulnerable children and the less privilege for the past four years.
The development they said informed their decision to round off the first phase of his administration’s tenure with the donation
They stressed the importance of extending a helping hand to children in care facilities, noting that access to essential materials and a supportive environment would contribute to their comfort, development and overall wellbeing.
The Governor’s former aides encouraged the children not to lose hope in their future, and urged them to remain focused, disciplined and committed to their education and personal development.
They also commended the management and caregivers of the orphanage for their dedication to the children’s welfare, urging them to sustain efforts towards providing a safe, nurturing and supportive environment where the children could thrive and realise their potential.
The children expressed appreciation as they received the donated foodstuffs and other essential materials with excitement.