No fewer than 300 widows benefited from the
empowerment programme organised by the Lagos Waste Management Authority
(LAWMA), in
conjunction with LOTUS Bank.
The event, which held at the Authority's Ogudu
Zonal Office on Wednesday, had in attendance widows in the
employment of LAWMA and other waste service providers in the state.
In his welcome address, the Managing Director/ CEO
of LAWMA, Mr. Ibrahim
Odumboni, noted that the administration of
Governor Babajide Sanwo Olu
prioritised the welfare of widows, adding that empowerment was achieved with his support.
"Today, we have the partnership of LOTUS Bank, which has joined us in this progressive train, to take care of your financial needs, as you open accounts with them today. Do not forget to exercise your civic responsibilities during the forthcoming elections, vote for the right candidate, we will continue to support you," he said.
The Managing Director of LOTUS Bank, Kafayat Araoye, represented by General Manager, Yemisi Mayagbon, expressed appreciation to the widows for embracing the bank, promising them a robust collaboration for business loans.
While assuring the women of ease and quicker access to their money, especially with the current money crisis at banks, she assured their constant commitment to women's empowerment.
Some of the beneficiaries, Mrs. Tawa Obakoya and Olawunmi Badmus, who received electronic blenders and food items, thanked the organisers for the initiative, promising their continuous support for Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu's administration.
Also present at the event were: the Executive
Director of LAWMA, Mr.
Kunle Adebiyi; Executive Director of LOTUS Bank, Mr.
Isiaka Ajani Lawal,
Prince Fuad Oloto; LAWMA senior management staff
members, among others.
In a related development, Odumboni, at a brief
meeting with recyclers
and pickers at Olusosun Landfill described them
as the main drivers of
the circular economy, urging them to be more
committed and supportive of
the Sanwo-Olu administration, which has
prioritised their welfare and
ensured they conducted their businesses in a
conducive environment
Folashade Kadiri (Mrs.)
Director, Public Affairs
15/02/2023
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