The Deputy Governor of Oyo State, Barrister Bayo Lawal and his wife, Mrs Ajibola Lawal have pledged adequate support for the Federation of Muslim Women’s Association of Nigeria (FOMWAN).
This was as members of the association paid a courtesy call on the deputy governor and his wife at their residence to offer special prayers for the family and the administration of Governor ‘Seyi Makinde.
The deputy governor declared that for ages, he has been channeling 80% of his resources to charity adding that he and his wife have dedicated their entire life to serve humanity with whatever Almighty Allah has provided for them.
Addressing FOMWAN, Alhaji Bayo Lawal commended the philanthropic gestures of the association for the downtrodden and humanity in general, he noted that Governor Seyi Makinde runs all-inclusive administration stating that this administration will not derail from the covenant of service with the people.
He added that this administration will always respect the people’s trust and serve their best interest without leaving any group or religion behind in the scheme of events. His words: “I use this medium to commend the leadership of the Federation of Muslim Women’s Association of Nigeria, Oyo State chapter for this special visit and prayer session offered for Governor Seyi Makinde, my family and the state.
“Since the beginning of the fourth republic from 1999 till date, it is only this administration of Governor Seyi Makinde that has been running an all-inclusive government without shortchanging any religion.
“As a Muslim, it behooves on me to ensure that I represent and protect the interest of Muslim Ummah.
“I knew when FOMWAN was inaugurated decades ago. The association has expanded more since then.
“I commend the leadership of the association for its contributions to the development of Oyo State and propagation of Islam. I assure you that I will support the association in whatever capacity to enable the association spread its love to more vulnerable and less privileged people in the state.”
Speaking earlier, the leadership of the Federation of Muslim Women’s Association of Nigeria, Oyo State chapter, Alhaja Oyero highlighted the roles the association has been playing since its formation.
The association described the deputy governor as a worthy ambassador of Muslims in the administration of Governor Seyi Makinde. She also highlighted his various interventions on issues affecting Islam in the state.
Alhaja Oyero said FOMWAN doesn’t only propagate Islam but also embark on various philanthropic gestures to assist the downtrodden in the state.
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