In a deeply inspiring show of responsive governance and community solidarity, Hon. Dr. Olufunke Comforter Adeniyi-Olajide, Member representing Ibadan North Constituency 1 at the Oyo State House of Assembly, marked part of her second anniversary in office on Monday, June 30, 2025, with an event that embodied the true spirit of people-focused leadership.
Under the banner of the now-familiar and beloved slogan, “Comforter De, Olutunu De,” the event was more than a commemoration; it was a declaration of empathy, shared purpose, and active support for those in need.
SUPPORTING FIRE VICTIMS WITH ACTION, NOT JUST WORDS
At the center of the anniversary program was the provision of direct financial relief to victims of two tragic fire outbreaks that rocked the constituency in early 2025:
On January 7, a fire devastated Adabale House in Yemetu, Ibadan, displacing the landlord’s family and seven tenant families.
On May 10, a second fire erupted in the early morning hours at the POWA (Police Officers’ Wives Association) Shopping Complex, destroying shops and livelihoods.
Hon. Dr. Olufunke Comforter Adeniyi-Olajide, in her trademark compassionate leadership, presented:
₦1,000,000 to the Adabale Community with the breakdown thus:
* ₦300,000 to the Adabale landlord/family
* ₦700,000 total to seven tenants (₦100,000 each)
₦1.5 million to 15 shop owners at POWA Complex (₦100,000 each)
This amounted to ₦2.5 million in personal intervention from Hon. Comforter; a move lauded as timely, heartfelt, and transformational.
In a powerful show of solidarity, other key figures at the event joined the lawmaker in supporting the cause:
Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government (represented by his Chief of Staff, Hon. Hamdy Mustapha), contributed ₦500,000 to support Adabale House, with a promise of further outreach to other affected individuals (POWA).
Hon. Fola Oyekunle, Deputy Chief of Staff to the Executive Governor of Oyo State, donated an additional ₦700,000, allocating ₦200,000 to the POWA victims and ₦500,000 specifically to the Adabale community.
The atmosphere was charged with emotion as beneficiaries offered their heartfelt appreciation.
One of the tenants from Adabale House, said: “This is more than money; this is dignity restored. Hon. Comforter didn’t wait for the cameras; she came when we needed her most. In two years, she has shown what it truly means to be a servant of the people.”
From POWA, an affected shop owner, added: “This support helps me start again. Hon. Comforter is the kind of leader every community prays for, she listens, she shows up, and she acts. May her light never dim.”
The event brought together a remarkable lineup of dignitaries, party leaders, and grassroots representatives, all paying glowing tributes to Hon. Dr. Adeniyi-Olajide’s work in the last two years.
Notable attendees included on the High Table:
1. Prince Seun Morounfolu Adelore – PDP Chairman, Ibadan North Local Government
2. Baba Ismaila Ashipa
3. Hon. Fola Oyekunle (DON) – Deputy Chief of Staff to the Governor, Oyo State
4. Hon. Ademola Omotosho – Chairman, Oyo State Housing Corporation
5. Hon. Hamdy Mustapha – Chief of Staff to Ibadan North LGA Chairman
6. Hon. Waheed Gbede
7. Hon. Tunde Suara
8. Hon. Julian Nwachukwu – S.A to Oyo State Governor
9. Chief Mrs. Felicia Ajuwon
10. Hon. Matthew Oyeniyi – PDP House of Reps aspirant
10. Leader of Ibadan North House of Legislature – Hon. Taiwo Adebola & Councillors from Ibadan North Constituency 1
11. Mógàjí Akinola
12. The Vice Chairman of PDP in Ibadan North, Alh. Comrade Mustapha, anchored proceedings
13. And host of others
Also in attendance were:
1. Leaders of the PDP from Wards 1 through 12, Ibadan North
2. All PDP Principal Excos, Supervisory Councillors, and LG Special Assistants of Ibadan North Constituency 1
3. The HLA and Senior staff of the Ibadan North Local Government Council
4. Representatives of POWA, and all beneficiaries
Party stakeholders praised Hon. Dr. Adeniyi-Olajide’s record of sponsoring meaningful bills, ensuring constituency outreach, and advancing the dividends of democracy at the grassroots.
“She’s not just in government – she is delivering governance,” remarked one of the PDP ward leaders.
A PROMISE TO KEEP LEADING WITH HEART
In her remarks, Hon. Dr. Olufunke Comforter Adeniyi-Olajide thanked everyone for their trust and pledged to continue raising the bar in legislative and community service.
“Leadership is not a title – it is a responsibility. I will keep listening. I will keep showing up. And together, we will keep building a future where no one is left behind.” She opined.
Every guest present were entertained and no one went home without a token of Cash Wrap, which ran into millions.
With prayers, praise, and pride in abundance, the celebration ended on a high note — a powerful reminder that public service done right is public love in action.
Signed:
Olufunke Comforter Media Team
