…preaches love, kindness towards others during festivity
In the spirit of the yuletide, the Speaker of the 8th Kwara State House of Assembly, Prof. Ali Ahmad, has commenced the distribution of million-nairas cash gifts, chickens, turkeys, and other edibles to Christian association, PDP executives, and members of the party across the sixteen local government areas of the state.
This gesture is in line with his commitments geared towards reenergising the PDP in the state and in enjoying a funfilled celebration in the spirit of birth of Jesus Christ and the new year.
According to a statement by the spokesperson for his media office, Steve Makinde, the professor of constitutional law and legislative studies expressed the importance of leaders at all levels to put smiles on the faces of the people especially the christain brethren in order to rejuvenate and tackle the present economic challenges ahead of the new year.
Professor Ali while wishing the Christians and citizens in Kwara and beyond a happy christmas and new year, in his earlier address said the festive season should serve as a period to share love, kindness, and reflect on the past struggles and what the future holds for the citizenry.
Prophet Benjamin Olajumoke, who led the distribution of the cash gifts, chickens, and life turkeys to beneficiaries onbehalf of the Christian brethen, lauded the gesture, expressing the significance of the festive period by celebrating with families amidst funfare and extending love to one another devoid of religious leanings.
He also acknowledged the usual philanthropy efforts of Professor Ali in his usual gesture of providing support for the people during the festive period.
Earlier in his congratulatory statement, Professor Ali preaches divine guidance for leaders across all stratas, adding that only true leadership can engender peace and prosperity for Kwara state.
Speaking with beneficiaries of the festive period cash gifts, Mallam Ajisafe Suleiman Owolabi (Offa LGA) thanked the ex-lawmaker for always identifying with party members across party lines during the festive period.
Another beneficiary, Mr. Oluwole Emmanuel Adeyeye (Oyun LGA) expressed his heartfelt gratitutudes to proffessor Ali, who he described “as a marketable personality and true lover of the PDP in the state, praying for God’s guidance and strength towards his future aspirations.”
Mrs. Ojeyemi Lawrence spoke highly of the academia-turned-politician, describing him as a true servant leader whose philanthropy remains timely at all times.
Other beneficiaries include principal officials and members of Christian Association of Nigeria, Kwara State Chapter; PDP Chairmen and Members from across the Sixteen LGAs; Members of the PDP State Working Committee; and other Christain faithfuls in the state.
Steve Makinde
For: Ali Ahmad Media Office
December 24, 2024.
