The official launching of Ara Foundation, a non-governmental organization established to support the less privileged, physically challenged people and others will hold on December 5 in Ibadan, the capital city of Oyo State.
The event which is scheduled to hold on December 5 at Scrolab Hotel, Oke Ado in the city will also feature celebration of Founder’s birthday, presentation of awards to some eminent personalities, scholarship for indigent students and empowerment.
The founder of the Foundation, Alhaji Ademola Oyepeju who disclosed this in a press statement said the foundation was founded in 2018 and it is duly registered with the government
Oyepeju said since the establishment, the foundation has lifted many poor people to a better state through financial aid to petty traders, scholarship for indigent students in tertiary institutions, donation of tools and equipment for artisans to boost their businesses among others.
“The focus of the foundation is beyond humanitarian services but a desire to enhance growth and advancement of the society through extension of helping hands to the needy and idle hands who may later became devil’s instrument”
Oyepeju noted that “the increasing number of people with no clear-cut jobs is alarming and dangerous for the society and to prevent total collapse, the needy should be supported and engaged.
The industrialist, however, advised youths to shun violence and channel their energy and talents towards national development.
He emphasized the need for all levels of government to embark on more programs to alleviate poverty, unemployment and insecurity especially among youths.
Dignitaries expected to grace the occasion include the Olubadan of Ibadan, Oba Saliu Akanmu Adetunji, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and Chief Bayo Adelabu, APC gubernatorial candidate during the 2019 election in Oyo state.
Other are Chief Oyegade Oyepeju, Alhaji Amadu Zungeru, Sarkin Hausawa of Ibadan, Chief Sunday Adeyemo, (Sunday Igboho) Sheik Muyideen Ajani Bello, Hon Muse Ariyo, Pastor Kayode Akinola, Alhaji Taofeek Babatunde, Hon Abass Aleshinloye, Alhaji Taofeeq Tao Onibata, Professsor Abideen Olaiya and Rev Mrs Olaiya.
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