Osun senator installs 1,500 solar lights, empowers 600 artisans

Osun West Senatorial District has received a boost in economic empowerment through the initiative of Deputy Minority Leader of the Senate, Lere Oyewumi. The senator has installed 1,500 solar-powered street lights and granted N50,000 cash to 600 artisans across the district's 10 local government areas. This empowerment program aims to support small businesses and alleviate the economic struggles faced by residents.

Beneficiaries include tailors, mechanics, carpenters, hairdressers, and technicians. Oyewumi emphasized that tangible benefits for constituents are crucial for purposeful representation, stating that artisans are the backbone of local productivity. The senator pledged to continue advocating for legislative efforts and human capital development initiatives in the district.

Beneficiaries and trade union leaders expressed gratitude for the timely and beneficial initiative, which addresses concerns over the rising costs of doing business and the impact of economic challenges on small-scale businesses.