Tags: empowerment

In the heart of Ajulosun, Ado-Ekiti, a story of hope and transformation is unfolding—one life at a time. The Yemi Oshe Foundation, under the compassionate leadership of Opeyemi Bamidele Omotoyinbo, has once again demonstrated its dedication to uplifting those in need. This month, the foundation reached out to Mrs. Olubunmi Ruth Ajayi, a hardworking petty trader known throughout her community for her perseverance and resilience. Like many small business owners, Mrs. Ajayi faces daily struggles to make ends meet and...

Yemi Oshe Foundation (Y.O.F) donated a complete public address (PA) sound system to a grassroots community project in Ado, Ekiti State. The system included speakers, microphones, amplifiers, and cables—empowering local leaders to organize public events, town hall meetings, trainings, and awareness campaigns with greater efficiency and reach. This gesture came after community members voiced the challenge of inadequate communication tools during past meetings and youth engagement sessions. “We now have a voice—literally and symbolically. This system will help us mobilize...

In June 2025, Yemi Oshe Foundation awarded seed grants to six women entrepreneurs in Ado-Ekiti’s Irona Market. Each recipient received ₦40,000–₦60,000 to strengthen their small businesses—ranging from tailoring and trading to food services. This program aligns with Objective #3, bolstering economic independence, and underscores Y.O.F’s core values of Empowerment and Sustainability. One beneficiary, Mrs. Fatima, shared: “This seed funding allowed me to expand my tailoring business and hire an assistant. I’m forever thankful.” When women thrive, families and communities flourish—and...

Education remains a core pillar for the Yemi Oshe Foundation, and in recent months the team brightened school days for hundreds of students in Eyio and Esure by distributing essential writing tools—exercise books, pens, and notebooks. These donations help remove financial barriers and foster an environment where every child can thrive. Aligned with the foundation’s mission to empower communities with clarity and integrity, this initiative supports Objective #1: providing educational opportunities and resources to underprivileged youth. It reinforces both impact...