Akinjide Kazeem Akinola, Chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Egbeda/Ona-Ara federal constituency, has commenced the distribution and installation of solar-powered streetlight initiative tagged “Light Up Ona-Ara,” aimed at lighting over 350 Ona-Ara local government area of Oyo State.
Speaking through his media assistant, Akintunde Yusuf, Akinola while expressing his appreciation to leaders and members of the APC, stakeholders, women groups, and supporters across the federal constituency for their show of support, encouragement, and solidarity throughout the period of seeking the party’s ticket, and up till the stage of him bowing out of the process in respect of the party decision and supremacy.
Akinola noted that the overwhelming show of love and confidence received during the consultations and process further demonstrated the unity and strength of the party at the grassroots.
He appreciated members of the campaign team, coordinators, Akinjide Ladies, and AKA volunteers for their sacrifices, loyalty, and peaceful conduct before and during the APC primary election, stressing that their dedication and commitment to the progress of the party remain commendable.
He added that the experience has strengthened his resolve to continue contributing meaningfully to the development of the constituency and the welfare of the people irrespective of political outcomes while the light up project reflects is coming up and to reflect his commitment to grassroots development and community service.
In his statement “Politics should not only be about elections or positions. My passion has always been about service to the people, and that commitment remains unchanged,” Akinola stated.
The “Light Up Ona-Ara” initiative is designed to improve security, enhance nighttime visibility, and support economic activities in underserved communities across the local government.
In his words, “Many of our communities still struggle with poor lighting and insecurity at night. This project is about restoring hope, improving safety, and creating an environment where businesses and residents can thrive,” he added.
Akinola disclosed that the Phase I of the project will cover several communities within Ona-Ara Local Government Area, while Phase II will extend to Egbeda Local Government Area in the coming weeks.
The APC chieftain noted that the streetlight intervention is part of his broader community development agenda, which also includes educational support programmes, borehole projects, youth empowerment schemes, and other social interventions across Egbeda and Ona-Ara local governments, and which by extension will expand to other local governments in the state.
“The primary election may have come and gone, but my responsibility to the people did not end there. I will continue to support our communities in every way I can,” he said.
The APC chieftain further called on community development associations and landlords’ associations selected to cooperate with the engineer and field officers that will be installing the solar streetlights in their respective community and should there be a need for any information, the following number should be contacted 09076321882.
The “Light Up Ona-Ara” initiative, if successfully implemented and properly maintained, is expected to serve as a model for grassroots and community development projects across Oyo State.
