The Executive Chairman of Kosofe Local Government Area, Barrister Moyosore Adedoyin Ogunlewe, on Monday took the Kosofe Cares ₦100 Million Empowerment Scheme to its grand finale with the disbursement of ₦25 million to 250 youths at the Council Secretariat, Lagos.
The empowerment initiative, championed by Barr. Ogunlewe, completes a transformative four-phase initiative that empowered 1,000 residents across all demographics: general public, artisans/tradesmen, widows, and youth, with each category receiving ₦25 million.
The Chairman, represented on the occasion by Hon. Fatai Gbadebo, immediate past Secretary to the Local Government (SLG), described the initiative as a deliberate investment in human capital rather than a handout.
He noted that the youth component was designed to unlock creativity, entrepreneurship and job creation among young people who represent the future of Kosofe.
The Chairman urged beneficiaries to utilise the funds wisely by starting or expanding businesses, acquiring skills and creating employment opportunities for others.
He stressed that the empowerment support comes with a responsibility to succeed, contribute to community development and serve as inspiration to other youths.
Barr. Ogunlewe further noted that the empowerment scheme aligns with the grassroots development vision of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the THEMES+ Agenda of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, reflecting his administration’s commitment to inclusive prosperity.
He added that empowering 1,000 residents with ₦100 million demonstrates that governance at the local level can be compassionate, accountable and transformative.