Empowering the Community: Honourable Abdulkareem Olugbenga Shittu’s Legacy Of Giving
By Gbenga Agunbiade, Lagos
In a world where true leaders are hard to come by, Honourable Abdulkareem Olugbenga Shittu stands out as a shining example of compassion, generosity, and dedication to community service. His recent defection to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has generated significant buzz in Ikorodu division, and his commitment to empowering the less privileged has earned him a reputation as a champion of the people.
With a heart of gold and a passion for serving humanity, Honourable Shittu has consistently demonstrated his commitment to making a positive impact in the lives of those around him. His recent distribution of 10kg of rice to thousands of residents of Ikorodu Federal Constituency to celebrate the Ileya festival was a testament to his kindness and generosity. The event, which was held on Sunday, June 1st, 2025, at Allison Street in Ikorodu, was attended by a large crowd of beneficiaries who expressed their gratitude for his thoughtfulness.
In addition to the rice distribution, Honourable Shittu also gave out ₦500,000 to 10 individuals to support their businesses, further demonstrating his dedication to empowering the people of Ikorodu. The beneficiaries of this life-changing program, including Isiaka Yahya, Mojisola Salami, Oluwasheun Ige, and others, expressed their heartfelt gratitude to Honourable Shittu for his kindness.
“We are forever grateful to Honourable Abdulkareem Olugbenga Shittu for this generous gesture,” said Isiaka Yahya. “This financial support will go a long way in boosting our businesses and improving our livelihoods. We promise to always support him in all his causes for good governance and good dreams for Ikorodu.”
Mojisola Salami echoed similar sentiments, saying, “Honourable Shittu’s kindness and generosity are truly inspiring. We are blessed to have him as a leader in our community, and we pledge to support him in all his endeavors.”
Oluwasheun Ige added, “This financial support has come at a time when we need it most. We are grateful for Honourable Shittu’s vision for Ikorodu and his commitment to empowering its citizens. We promise to reciprocate his kindness by supporting him in all his efforts to make Ikorodu a better place.”
The Director-General of Honourable Shittu’s foundation, Alhaji Hassan Muhammed, has been working tirelessly to ensure that the foundation touches all lives in Ikorodu Federal Constituency. He praised the party faithfuls for their resilience and hard work, saying, “We are moving forward, and we will continue to make a positive impact in the lives of our people.”
Other notable figures, including Mr. Lukmon Busari and Mr. Kazeem Shittu, have also contributed their thoughts on Honourable Shittu’s character and leadership. “Honourable Shittu is an upright man, and he is someone who Ikorodu Federal Constituency needs to reckon with,” said Mr. Busari. Mr. Shittu added, “His commitment to empowering the less privileged is a testament to his compassion and generosity. We are blessed to have him as a leader in our community.”
Through his Abdulkareem Olugbenga Shittu Foundation, Honourable Shittu has been working tirelessly to support the government in bringing succor to the less privileged. The foundation’s zero-interest loan initiative has been particularly successful, with previous beneficiaries successfully paying back their loans. The foundation is now working to grant another set of beneficiaries access to these loans, with the goal of enabling all residents to live a good life and realize their dreams for Ikorodu.
As Honourable Shittu continues to empower more individuals within Ikorodu, the community can look forward to a brighter future ahead. With his heart of gold and dedication to serving humanity, he is indeed a valuable asset to the APC and the community at large. His legacy as a philanthropist and community leader is one that will be remembered for generations to come.
