Jare Olukotun
The Executive Chairman of Imota Local Council Development Area, Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele (BSA), has commended the Member representing Ikorodu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Rep. Babajimi Adegoke Benson, for his continued commitment to supporting education and the welfare of pupils across the constituency.
Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele gave the commendation while acknowledging the back-to-school support initiative facilitated by Rep. Babajimi Benson for pupils of Abejoye Primary School, Igbokuta, and United Native African (UNA) Primary School, Oke-Agbo, in Imota, describing the gesture as a timely intervention that would contribute meaningfully to the educational development and well-being of children in the community.
At Abejoye Primary School, Igbokuta, school bags were presented to the pupils on behalf of Rep. Benson by a delegation comprising of key stakeholders from Imota LCDA and members of the iCARE Foundation. The delegation was led by the Vice Chairman of Imota LCDA, Princess Abisoye Omowunmi Jimoh.
The delegation subsequently extended the back-to-school support to United Native African (UNA) Primary School, Oke-Agbo, where another set of pupils received school bags. Speaking during the presentation, Princess Abisoye Omowunmi Jimoh conveyed Rep. Benson’s commitment to supporting initiatives that improve the learning environment and enhance the educational experience of children within the constituency.
The Council Chairman speaking on the gesture, noted that providing essential educational materials at the beginning of a new academic session would help ease some of the financial burdens faced by parents and guardians, while encouraging pupils to return to school with renewed confidence and enthusiasm.
He added that such interventions underscore the importance of collaboration among elected representatives and stakeholders in addressing the educational needs of residents.
Hon. Benson Sunday Ayodele further praised Rep. Benson for his continued interest in education, youth development and community empowerment, stressing that investments in education remains critical to the future of Imota and the wider Ikorodu Division. He assured that the Imota LCDA Administration would continue to collaborate with relevant stakeholders to promote academic excellence and create better opportunities for children and young people across the community.
The Head Teacher of Abejoye Primary School, Mrs. Bridget Funmilayo Kayode, who spoke on behalf of the school, expressed appreciation for the gesture. Similarly, the Head Teacher of UNA Primary School, Mrs. Funmilola Olowokere, commended Rep. Benson for extending the intervention to the school and supporting the educational needs of its pupils.
Other members of the iCare delegation included the Leader of the Imota Legislative Arm, Hon. Oluwole Ademola Adeshina; APC Ward D Youth Leader, Rotimi Azeez; Special Adviser on Rural and Community Development, Hon. Odumosu Abiodun Ashaka; Special Adviser on Education and Library Services, Hon. Morayo Solarin Akinyemi; Special Adviser on Tourism and Culture, Hon. Felicia Igwe, alongside members of the iCARE Foundation.
