By David Owei <\/p>\n
The Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator (Dr.) Ademola Nurudeen Jackson Adeleke, has reiterated his administration\u2019s firm commitment to inclusive governance and grassroots empowerment during the official flag-off of the Imole Osun Cash Grant\/Empowerment Scheme 2.0, where over 2,000 beneficiaries, mostly women and youths, received direct cash support to boost their enterprises and livelihoods.<\/p>\n
The event, held on Thursday, 6th November 2025, at the Centre for Black Culture and International Understanding, State Secretariat, Abere, was organized by the Ministry of Cooperatives and Empowerment.
\nThe Governor\u2019s keynote address was delivered on his behalf by Rev. Bunmi Jenyo, Honourable Commissioner for Commerce and Industries, who represented him at the ceremony.<\/p>\n
Governor Adeleke, in his address, described the empowerment scheme as _\u201canother bold statement of our commitment to empowering our people, uplifting households, and strengthening the economic base of our dear state.\u201d_ He emphasized that his administration is determined to take empowerment beyond slogans by ensuring that every citizen feels the positive impact of government policies.<\/p>\n
_\u201cOur administration is not about empty promises or deceit. We deliver, we empower, and we transform lives,\u201d_ the Governor declared through his representative. _\u201cThis Cash Grant\/Empowerment Scheme is about creating wealth, generating jobs, and fostering prosperity for our people. It is about empowering our citizens to be self-reliant and to contribute meaningfully to the growth of Osun\u2019s economy.\u201d_ <\/p>\n
Governor Adeleke highlighted some of the Ministry\u2019s notable achievements under his administration, which include:<\/p>\n
Hosting the first-ever Osun State Cooperative Summit and Award Ceremony, during which the Cooperative Revolving Loan was increased from \u20a61 billion to \u20a63.45 billion;<\/p>\n
Launching a Food Bank Initiative in partnership with Fidelity Bank Plc, through which over 3,000 residents benefited from free food support;<\/p>\n
Upgrading the Senator Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke College of Cooperative Studies, Ode-Omu, to a UNIOSUN campus;<\/p>\n
Empowering People Living with Disabilities (PWDs) in collaboration with Project Enable Africa; and<\/p>\n
Implementing the Imole Business Empowerment Scheme 1.0, where 2,000 beneficiaries received Business Registration Certificates (CAC), POS Terminals, and Start-up Grants.<\/p>\n
He commended the Ministry of Cooperatives and Empowerment under Hon. Prince Bayo Ogungbangbe (FCSSM) for their dedication to driving people-oriented programmes that align with the administration\u2019s five-point development agenda. The Governor urged all beneficiaries to utilize the grants prudently to grow their businesses and uplift others in their communities.<\/p>\n
Earlier in his welcome address, the Honourable Commissioner for Cooperatives and Empowerment, Prince Bayo Ogungbangbe, expressed appreciation to the Governor for his visionary leadership and unwavering support toward initiatives that prioritize the welfare of the people.<\/p>\n
He described the event as a landmark in Osun\u2019s empowerment journey, stating that:<\/p>\n
_\u201cThis is not merely a distribution of cash grants; it is a testimony to this Administration\u2019s dedication to sustainable development, youth empowerment, women\u2019s inclusion, and equitable economic growth across Osun State.\u201d_ <\/p>\n
Hon. Ogungbangbe also appealed for the continuous expansion of the empowerment schemes, ensuring that more women and youths benefit from the Imole vision of shared prosperity. He congratulated all beneficiaries and urged them to be diligent and responsible stewards of the support extended to them.<\/p>\n
The Imole Osun Cash Grant\/Empowerment Scheme 2.0 is part of Governor Adeleke\u2019s broader vision to build a self-reliant, productive, and prosperous Osun State where no one is left behind.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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