OGUN-OSUN BASIN MD EMPOWERS OVER 2,000 RESIDENTS, RALLIES SUPPORT FOR TINUBU, YAYI
The Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the Ogun-Osun River Basin Development Authority and founder of the EDA Empowerment Foundation, *Dr Deji Ashiru*, has distributed cash grants and food palliatives to more than *2,000 vulnerable residents* of Ogun State as part of efforts to combat poverty, promote economic inclusion and improve the living conditions of disadvantaged Nigerians. The empowerment programme was held at Adeola Odutola Hall, Ijebu-Ode, on Tuesday, and targeted women, youths, widows, elderly persons, people living with disabilities, small business owners and artisans, among others. Speaking at the event, Ashiru disclosed that the foundation, established in 2018 as a registered institution, had empowered more than *10,000 beneficiaries* through various interventions, including skills acquisition, provision of equipment and financial support. He reaffirmed his commitment to supporting vulnerable groups and creating opportunities for economic advancement, partic...
