01/04/2026
*PRESS RELEASE*
01-04 -2026
*VIDEO|BARIGA LOCAL COUNCIL CONCLUDES SECOND PHASE OF CASH EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM*
Earlier today, Bariga Local Council, under the leadership of *Hon. Adedeji Bukola Omope, FCPA*, successfully concluded the second phase of its cash empowerment programme, disbursing a total sum of ₦50,000,000 (Fifty Million Naira) to 500 beneficiaries, with each receiving ₦100,000 (One Hundred Thousand Naira).
This initiative builds on the success of the first phase held a few months ago, further demonstrating the administration’s commitment to improving the economic well-being of residents in Bariga.
In his goodwill message, Hon. Samuel Apata, Member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Somolu Constituency II, enjoined beneficiaries to make judicious use of the funds. Similarly, the Baale of Obanikoro, High Chief Buraimoh, urged recipients to invest the money wisely. Otunba Shakirudeen Anifowoshe Dengel also commended the Chairman for the initiative and encouraged beneficiaries to utilize the funds productively.
Chief Mrs. Folakemi Jagunmolu, Iyaloja-General Elect of Bariga, expressed appreciation to the Executive Chairman for the thoughtful gesture and advised beneficiaries to make good use of the opportunity.
In her address, the Executive Chairman, Hon. Adedeji Bukola Omope, outlined the various phases of the empowerment programme and reiterated her administration’s commitment to sustaining the initiative on a quarterly basis. She encouraged beneficiaries to channel the funds into viable businesses and also urged them to register for their Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs), while those who had lost theirs were advised to re-register.
The Officials of Providus Bank were on ground to ensure a seamless distribution process, as ATM cards were issued and activated for beneficiaries at their seats, while the beneficiaries got credited with 100k each via their various accounts.
The event was well attended by notable dignitaries, including *Hon. Babatunde Adesida, Vice Chairman of Bariga Local Council; Hon. Balogun Wasiu, Leader of the Legislative Arm, alongside other councillors; Alhaji Suri Kareem Adebayo, Secretary to the Local Government; Supervisors and Special Advisers; Alhaji Shakirudeen Anifowoshe Dengel; High Chief Wale Mogaji; Federal Constituency leaders; Ward Chairmen; Alhaja Raji (APC Bariga LGA); Comrade Caleb Olonitola (APC Bariga Youth Leader); the Bariga CAN Chairman; CDC Chairman; the Chief Imam of Bariga; and other distinguished guests.*
The successful ex*****on of this programme underscores the council’s dedication to grassroots development and economic empowerment.
*Tunde Balogun*
Chief Press Secretary
Bariga Local Council