Women Empowerment: Oyo Govt Commences Distribution of Household and Commercial Equipment in 33 LGs

Oyo State government has on Wednesday rolled out the first phase of an intervention scheme, to empower at least fifty women in each local government areas of the state.

The empowerment initiative which was facilitated by the state Ministry of Women Affairs and Social Inclusion in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Women Affairs, was flagged off at the Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba.

While presenting the household and commercial equipment to the beneficiaries, the wife of Oyo State governor, Mrs Olufunke Tamunominini Makinde encouraged them to utilise the items to enhance their finance, support their families and contribute to the economic development of the state.

She emphasised that the equipment are not to be sold but to ensure self reliance and boost the livelihood of recipients.

Also speaking, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Inclusion, Alhaja Kafilat Olayiwola and Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mrs Grace Oderinde noted that the current administration would always prioritise the welfare and concern of the people particularly women in the state, while calling for collaboration and support from the women in achieving the objectives of true governance.

Some of the items distributed were: gas cylinders, driers, sewing machines, freezers amongst others.