Olumoko Takes Ogidi-Omo Movement to Gbede, Empowers Over 200 Women and Youths, Offers Medical Support
By Our Correspondent
Yesterday marked the third day of the ongoing Ogidi-Omo Movement Grassroots Impact Programme, which has recorded significant success as the initiative moved into the Gbede axis of Ijumu Local Government Area of Kogi State.
The programme, held at the Ayetoro-Gbede Town Hall, saw more than 200 market women benefit from what was described as a massive and uncommon empowerment intervention.
The programme is part of the movement’s broader grassroots initiative designed to deepen community engagement, provide practical support to residents, and promote interventions that address the economic and social needs of people at the local level.
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The event was attended by the Executive Chairman of Ijumu Local Government, Alhaji Haruna Ibrahim, ably represented by Hon. Sunday Henry; Mrs. Olumoko, mother of Hon. Funsho Olumoko; Hon. Funsho Olumoko, FNIMN, PhD; Hon. Richard Osaseyi; Hon. Femi Esemikose; Hon. Amodu Abubakar (Prime); Hon. Korede; Hon. Alex Obaroku Ibekunle; Hon. Toyin Otitolaye; Hon. Abayomi Ologe, APC Chairman, Ijumu Local Government; Dr. Tope Adedoyin; Mrs. Bello (Iyaloja), among other dignitaries, community leaders and stakeholders.
A major highlight of the programme was the empowerment of more than 200 market women across the Gbede axis with cash support. The intervention was designed to support their businesses, strengthen their economic capacity and enhance their ability to contribute to the wellbeing of their families and communities.
The event also featured a medical outreach, providing residents with access to basic healthcare services and health-related support. This further underscored the programme’s focus on improving both the economic and social wellbeing of members of the community.
Speaking at the event, Hon. Funsho Olumoko expressed appreciation to Almighty God and everyone who contributed to the success of the programme.
He specifically acknowledged the Steering Committee, community leaders, supporters, security personnel, healthcare workers, media practitioners, volunteers and participants for their commitment, cooperation and support throughout the programme.
Hon. Olumoko stated that the initiative was driven by a commitment to community service and the desire to create practical opportunities capable of positively impacting the lives of the people.
He urged the participants to remain united and committed to the objectives of the programme, while stressing the importance of sustained grassroots engagement and interventions that directly respond to the needs of local communities.
He also disclosed that arrangements were ongoing regarding the distribution of support packages and the fulfilment of other commitments discussed with participants.
Olumoko further assured the teeming residents that there would be greater opportunities and positive developments if the people support and vote for the incumbents at various levels of government, including the President, Governor, Local Government Chairman and House of Assembly members, in the next election.
DemocracyNewslineNewspaper October 7th, 2026
