The Senator representing Lagos West Senatorial District, Dr. Idiat Oluranti Adebule, hosted the second edition of the Lagos West Women’s Assembly and Cash Empowerment Programme at the LTV Blue Roof Pavilion in Ikeja, where ₦200 million in direct business grants was disbursed to 2,000 constituents.
Held
under the theme “From Voice to Action: Empowering Women for Impact,” the event
gathered political leaders, community stakeholders, grassroots women
entrepreneurs and market leaders to drive economic inclusion and human capital
development across the senatorial district’s 28 Local Governments and Local
Council Development Areas (LCDAs).
Delivering
her address, Senator Adebule emphasized that the event was designed to move
beyond rhetoric and provide tangible economic relief to families and small
business owners struggling within the current economic climate.
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A
major highlight of the cash empowerment was a ₦100 million direct contribution
from Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola (YAYI), representing Ogun West, who
redeemed a pledge made during a previous empowerment drive in January 2026.
Combined with matching funds, the ₦200 million package provided micro and mini
seed grants to 2,000 selected traders, artisans and entrepreneurs.
“When
each beneficiary receives this business cash support, our message is clear: we
believe in you, we
value
your
contributions and we are committed to supporting your dreams,” Adebule stated.
“Let this support become seed capital for sustainable micro-businesses that
will create jobs and improve family incomes.”
Reflecting
on her tenure since assuming office in 2023, the former Lagos State Deputy
Governor highlighted her legislative record and infrastructure footprint across
Lagos West.
“
Sponsored 12 bills and co-sponsored 6 others, totaling 18 legislative measures
focused on child protection, legal reform, land administration, education, and
anti-corruption, alongside motions tackling Nigeria’s out-of-school children
crisis.
“Construction
of a 40-bed healthcare facility in Ojokoro LCDA (ready for commissioning) and
an ongoing 15-bed health centre in the riverine Igbolobi community, Ojo LGA.
“Completed
primary school blocks in Mafoluku (Oshodi), Awodi-Ora (Ajeromi-Ifelodun), St.
Michael (Ojo), and Oregun High School (Ikeja). Additionally, a Skills
Acquisition Centre was commissioned in Odi-Olowo (Mushin), alongside the
near-completion of an ultra-modern Youth Development Centre featuring CBT
facilities, hostels and a micro-stadium in Ibereko, Badagry.
“Installation
of solar-powered streetlights across all 28 LGAs/LCDAs, step-down electricity
transformers for seven communities, solar mega-boreholes in six high-density
zones (including Markaz Agege, Festac Extension, and Abesan Estate) and a
modern lock-up shop market at Amikanle in Agbado-Oke Odo LCDA.”
Several
prominent political leaders and women advocates addressed the assembly,
praising the lawmaker’s focus on poverty alleviation and grassroots support.
Chairman
of Isolo LCDA, who is the DG of Adebule’s Campaign Organization, Adebayo
Olasoju, stated that Senator Adebule is synonymous with empowerment, noting
that her focus on supporting others may stem from her perspective as a woman.
He highlighted that over a thousand individuals will benefit from the scheme
and urged beneficiaries to make judicious use of the resources provided.
Former
Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Dame Pauline Tallen,
commended the senator for prioritizing women’s economic empowerment. She noted
that when women are empowered, the broader economy thrives and praised Senator
Adebule for creating these opportunities. She stated:
“As a
sister and mother privileged to serve the public, Nigeria will be better when
we move from voice to action, empowering women to make an impact. Today, what
happens after we speak is what truly matters.”
Tallen
advised women to support and accommodate others as they rise to leadership
positions. She noted that Lagos continues to lead by example regarding female
political participation in Nigeria, offering praise to President Bola Ahmed
Tinubu. Furthermore, she urged the beneficiaries to convert the initial support
into sustainable ventures:
“The
cash provided can be transformed into big enterprises. To everyone receiving
support today, do not simply consume it, invest it into business. A woman
selling food is an entrepreneur, an investor and an employer. We must prepare
women for tomorrow by encouraging our girls to study science and technology so
we can raise daughters who lead.”
Pastor
Cornelius Ojelabi, APC Lagos State Chairman, focused his address on political
accountability, grassroots mobilization and civic participation.
He
expressed pride in Senator Adebule for fulfilling her promises to the
electorate. He noted that her initiative contributes directly to poverty
alleviation and aligns with the party’s development mandate.
Grassroots
Electoral Mobilization: Ojelabi highlighted the scale of the state’s political
structure, pointing out that Lagos contains 176,846 polling units (noting the
widespread reach across the wards) where party supporters need to remain
active. He urged the beneficiaries to complement the Senator’s empowerment
efforts by performing their civic duty as the election cycle approaches.
He
emphasized that political mandates are secured through the Permanent Voter Card
(PVC). He urged constituents to ensure they collect their PVCs once ready and
prepare to participate actively in upcoming polls to sustain ongoing
developmental achievements.
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