Demonstrating remarkable compassion and empathy, UK-based Nigerian philanthropist, Hon Opeyemi David Falegan has again reached out to hundreds of Taxi drivers as well as commercial motorcyclists in Ekiti by offering them free fuel.
The intervention is being championed through Opeyemi David Falegan Foundation(better known as ODF).The exercise took place at Adekaitan petrol station,Adehun area of Adebayo Ado Ekiti on Saturday 21st , December.2024.
In the last few years,Falegan ,a member of the British Royal Force said the gesture was hus oen little way of supporting the masses who are the worst hit in the current economic hardship .
Hon Falegan said giving to the poor and underserved sector of the economy also give him joy,adding that no string is attacked as he was not seeking political office.
He therefore urged the beneficiaries to also show empathy and appreciation by ensuring that they charge less Transport fee for commuters .
” I thank God for my life and for giving me the grace to do the little I am doing today to support my people. This is not the first time we are doing this under my Foundation, Opeyemi David David Falegan Foundation(ODF) .Anyone who has been following us will testify to the fact that we have a wide range of programmes for different categories of people. We have for students widows, aged and civil servants too.” Falegan said
Falegan, however urged Nigerian leaders, particularly political office holders to show more commitment to alleviating the suffering of the poor mases by being alive to their responsibilities.
Speaking at the distribution points ,the foundation’s Director General, Comrade Samuel Ajibola said that, Hon. Opeyemi David Falegan said the free fuel was one of many good things that has been coming from Falegan over 8 to 9 years ago.
He also explained that with ODF Foundation is familiar with current economic challenges being faced by Nigerians , particularly in Ekiti ,because, he has a listening ear and has always shared in their pains.
He commended the position of taxi drivers in information dissemination and further encouraged them to remain the foot soldiers of ODF and to continue to carryout the good message of the foundation to all the nooks and crannies of the State.
Some beneficiaries, commended ODF Foundation and Hon. Falegan for idehtigying with the poor at this critical time, stressing that they have their supports to him and his foundation.
Mr.Ajibare Taiwo commended the initiative, noting that it would add value to his business.
Another driver, Mr ADU Olatunbosun who expressed gratitude to the foundation and Hon. Falegan of the free fuel supply, assured that they will always give him support when needed.
Meanwhile Mr Ajorin Deji described Falegan as a “true friend of the masses and the leading Philanthropist in Ekiti”
He added that, since he has been matured, he hasn’t seen any philanthropist who will persistently giving to the masses without government funds.