In a surprise, heartwarming display of generosity, Unity, and bridging spirit of Love and philanthropist gesture, a prominent figure, CEO Arosad Properties and Consultancy Services Nigeria Ltd, Chairman Arowosaye Foundation, and former Executive Chairman of Oyo East local government on Saturday hosted a get-together, thanksgiving that brought together friends, family, political associates community members across Òyó empire.
The event which took place at Tees and Resorts Hotel in Oyo, had in attendance former commissioner, Sen. Hosea Agboola Hallelujah, Oyomesi-in Council, Oyo East traditional Chiefs, retired tutor-general Dr. Olatunde Suulola, former Council Chairman of Lagelu, Hon. Kazeem Gbadamosi, former council Chairman Afijio Hon. Sunday Akindele Ojo, former Council Chairman Atiba, Hon. Mojisola Kafilat Olakojo, former Speaker of Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt Hon. Alarape Niran Asimiyu, Hon. Isiaka Arole, Hon. Olalekan Akeem Jimoh, Hon. Femi Emmanuel Aikomo (Executive Chairman Afijio LG), Hon. Oguntona Olunloyo, Leader Luqman Adeyanju, Market Men and Women, PDP Stakeholders and members across Oyo federal constituency.
Reflecting on the purpose of the gathering, Hon. Waheed Alabi stated that the gesture was a testament to Arowosaye’s commitment to thank God Almighty for upholding him and his friends, leaders, stakeholders, the good people of the Oyo empire, political associates, and others over the years through the turbulent times.
He, however, emphasized that the gathering was also meant to chart a way forward for the socio-economic prosperity of the Oyo empire.
Delivering his short speech, the convener, Hon. Prince Arowosaye Saheed Adeyemi, expressed his excitement and appreciation to God Almighty for allowing him and his friends to witness the productive get-together party.
The former council Mayor specifically stated that the gathering isn’t for political affairs, stressing that it is meant for Oyo’s progress, as well as AROSAD and friends’ thanksgiving while emphasizing the importance of recognizing and rewarding contributions of deceased leaders and stakeholders in the Oyo Federal Constituency.
According to him, “I’m thanking God for my healthy, prosperous life, unlimited blessings, and breakthrough as former council Chairman. Although I’ve been organizing such a party in a low-key manner, today’s enlargement is organized specially to further appreciate God, carving special prayer for our deceased leader, stakeholders in Oyo empire viz; Alhaji Yekeen Ademola Santos, Prince Mukaila Oladokun (Oyo State PDP Treasurer), Imam Gafar( Oyo East Ward 06 Chairman), Mr. Yusuff (Oyo East local Excos), Prince Fatai Adebayo Adeyemi (D-Gov), Baba Siju Salam, Baba Olayiwola Bello (Oyo East Elder’s forum Chairman), Baba Samuel Elegbede, Baba Ganiyu Ayoola (Alade Kanga), Hon Eesuola Babatunde Hammed (former lawmaker representing Atiba State Constituency).
He, however, donated a huge sum of money to all the deceased leader’s widows and urged them to make judicious use of the money as a recognition of the selfless attitude of their husband’s sacrifice in promoting the growth and development of the Oyo empire.
Arosad lauds the sacrifice made by the deceased, which motivates him to donate a huge sum to their respective families, stressing their importance and contribution to the Community. He also distributed food Palliatives runs to millions of naira across the town to reduced hunger and others.
He, however, promised a life pension salary for the late Party Leaders’ Widows.
Khalifat Monjeed Alawiye Alawaye’s lecture reflected on the past, embracing the future in the renewal of Allah’s blessings, which are by the teaching of the Qur’an.
The Cleric, however, urged Arowosaye and friends not to relent on their philanthropist gesture in bringing smiles to the faces of the people, which is in line with Allah’s guiding principles in putting smiles to the faces of the widows.
Speaking on behalf of the beneficiaries, Mrs. Motunrayo Ademola Santos commended AROSAD for recognizing the impacts of their husbands in promoting peace and unity and charting the way for the progress of the Oyo empire.
“We’ve never seen any politicians displaying this kind of generosity without discrimination, given us assurance with the assertion that we should not be depressed by the death of our husband, but rather be optimistic and pray to God to repose their soul”.
“We’ll forever be grateful to Prince Arowosaye Saheed Adeyemi, the Okanlomo of Oyo land. We’re surprised, and God Almighty shall replenish in multiple for him and grant him more fruitful years. She prayed.
Arowosaye’s gesture was a testament to his commitment to supporting the families of those who have served the community.
The cash gifts were received with gratitude and appreciation by the widows, who praised Arowosaye for his kindness and generosity.