Oyekan-Olumegbon Distributes Subsidised Food Items to Lagos Island Residents
Hundreds of residents in Lagos Island Constituency I benefited from the sixth edition of the Oja Asiwaju, “Eniyan L’Aso Mi” Food Bank initiative organised by the member representing the constituency in the Lagos State House of Assembly, Omolara Oyekan-Olumegbon.
The outreach programme, held on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, provided food items and household essentials to residents at subsidised rates, with discounts ranging between 50 and 75 per cent, as part of efforts to cushion the effects of the current economic situation on families and vulnerable groups.
Speaking during the event, Oyekan-Olumegbon said the Food Bank initiative was designed as a people-centred intervention aimed at easing the burden of rising food prices and supporting residents during challenging economic times.
According to the lawmaker, the initiative underscores her commitment to the welfare and wellbeing of constituents across Lagos Island Constituency I.
“This intervention is our way of standing with our people. ‘Eniyan L’Aso Mi’ means ‘People are my covering.’ We understand the pressure many households are currently facing, and this Food Bank is designed to ensure that no family in Lagos Island is left behind,” she said.
Oyekan-Olumegbon also announced the return of “The People’s Market,” noting that the programme had been reintroduced on a larger scale to provide residents with sustainable access to quality and affordable goods.
“The People’s Market is back to deliver value, dignity and relief to the people of Lagos Island. We remain committed to sustainable programmes and interventions that directly impact the lives of our constituents positively,” she added.
Residents and beneficiaries at the event described the initiative as timely and impactful, commending the lawmaker for providing relief amid prevailing economic challenges.
The Oja Asiwaju, “Eniyan L’Aso Mi” Food Bank is part of Oyekan-Olumegbon’s broader constituency outreach and empowerment programmes focused on food security, social welfare, poverty alleviation and inclusive community development.
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