Olawunmi Ajibike
AYETORO / IMASAYI — No fewer than 700 residents of Ayetoro and Imasayi communities in Yewa North Local Government Area of Ogun State have benefited from a free medical outreach programme aimed at improving grassroots healthcare delivery.
The initiative, tagged Eto Ilera Yayi, was sponsored by Barrister Titi Fagbote (popularly known as Ayoka Omo Ayetoro) and held simultaneously at Omidokun Hall, Ayetoro, and in Imasayi town.
Speaking during the exercise, Fagbote said the programme was inspired by the philanthropic efforts and leadership style of Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, whom she described as her mentor and political leader.
According to her, the outreach was designed to improve the living conditions of people in Isokan 1 State Constituency by providing access to basic healthcare services.
“As we all know, good health is fundamental to a good life. This programme is our own way of ensuring that men and women in these communities receive free medical check-ups, treatment, and drugs. For serious cases, we also facilitate referrals to state hospitals,” she said.
Fagbote explained that the programme covered services such as blood tests, blood pressure checks, and the distribution of prescribed medications, all at no cost to beneficiaries.
She added that although the initial plan was to cater for about 200 people per location, turnout exceeded expectations.
“In Imasayi, we attended to over 320 people, while in Ayetoro, more than 450 residents have been attended to, with many still trooping in. Altogether, we are looking at over 700 beneficiaries, and counting,” she disclosed.
Some of the beneficiaries, including Attah Bola, Oni Kabirat, Badmus Taiwo, Mrs Adeoti Morufat, and Idowu Funke, expressed gratitude to the sponsor, noting that the initiative surpassed their expectations.
They commended Fagbote for her commitment to the welfare of the people, stressing that the free medical checks and drugs would go a long way in addressing health challenges in the communities.
Explaining the choice of the programme’s name, Fagbote said naming it after Senator Adeola was a reflection of her loyalty and admiration for his people-oriented leadership.
“How can one follow Yayi and not think like him? He has demonstrated that leadership is about service and improving lives. Naming the programme after him keeps me inspired to do more,” she added.
On whether the initiative was tied to political ambition ahead of the 2027 elections, Fagbote declined to make definitive comments, noting that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) had not yet opened the campaign window.
However, she expressed her desire to continue serving the people.
“I am committed to serving my people at all times. When the time comes, I trust God to guide the process,” she said.
She further assured that the outreach programme would be extended to other communities within Yewa North Local Government Area in the coming months, describing the current exercise as “just the beginning.”
“Our goal is to reach more people. The lesson I have learned is that leadership is about caring for everyone, not just a few,” she said.