By Bolaji Okunola
In a spirit of compassion and solidarity during the month of Ramadan, the Detola Abike Mogaji Memorial Foundation (DAMMF), Oluwaseun Adekunmi (HOA) Foundation, and Fitila Movement have joined forces to provide essential food support for Iftar to residents of the Odogbolu community in Ogun State.
This collaborative effort and shared commitment mark a significant milestone in the ongoing commitment of DAMMF, HOA Foundation, and Fitila Movement to serve the community and promote unity through various initiatives. Over the past three years, these organisations have undertaken projects, ranging from educational excursions to historic sites, back-to-school programmes, feeding programmes, healthcare interventions, hygiene promotion events, medical interventions, and employability skill training among the youths.
The 2024 Ramadan Iftar food distribution initiative aimed at alleviating hunger and fostering unity within the community was carried out across various mosques throughout Odogbolu. The collaborative effort was led by the Chairman of Odogbolu Local Government and convener of Fitila Movement, Ladejobi Shuaib.
Shuaib expressed his heartfelt appreciation for the collaborative effort, adding that the gesture was a demonstration of love and solidarity towards the grassroots population. He emphasised the importance of ensuring that every member of the community feels valued and included.
The promoter of HOA Foundation, Oluwaseun Adekunmi Oguntade, stressed the critical need to address hunger, particularly among fasting elderly and women. “By distributing staple food items, such as rice and garri, we can contribute to the well-being of our neighbours and alleviate hunger in our communities,” he said.
The promoter of Detola Abike Mogaji Memorial Foundation (DAMMF), Mogaji Olatunde, reiterated the significance of collective support, especially during challenging times. “Through our collaboration, we aim to foster unity, generosity, and compassion, embodying the true spirit of Ramadan,” said Olatunde.
In honour of his late mother, Adetola Abike Mogaji, whose legacy inspired the iftar initiative, Olatunde offered prayers for love, compassion, and forgiveness.
The beneficiaries of the food distribution expressed profound gratitude towards the donors, emphasising the timeliness of the support in meeting their pressing needs.
They encouraged more privileged individuals to extend love and support beyond the Ramadan period, underscoring the importance of ongoing community solidarity.