The Okanlomo Foundation has concluded its multi-state empowerment and humanitarian intervention across Lagos, Osun, and Ibadan, Oyo State.
The foundation reaffirmed its commitment towards sustainable community development, social inclusion, and the promotion of human dignity.
Its founder, Oluwatosin Akinyemi, said the initiative combined youth skills empowerment with elderly welfare support, addressing economic vulnerability and social care needs in underserved communities.
According to her, the programme was designed to create long-term impact through skills acquisition, entrepreneurship support, and targeted humanitarian assistance.
Akinyemi said, “Okanlomo Foundation is a non-governmental organisation focused on empowering individuals and communities through skills development, entrepreneurship promotion and social welfare initiatives. The Foundation programmes are aimed at providing sustainable solutions that improve livelihoods, support vulnerable populations and contribute to the attainment of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Nigeria.”
As part of the empowerment programme, the Foundation implemented a four-month intensive training in fashion design and makeup artistry, during which eight beneficiaries were trained and certified.
The training was delivered in collaboration with Phitos Glam and Anike Clothings, providing participants with hands-on, industry-relevant skills targeted at self-employment and economic independence.
To further strengthen sustainability outcomes, beneficiaries also participated in a comprehensive entrepreneurship and business development session facilitated by Temitayo Adewole, National Business Development Service Provider (NBDSP).
“The session covered enterprise structuring, customer acquisition, pricing strategies and business growth, equipping participants with practical tools to successfully launch and manage their businesses,” Akinyemi explained.
She thanked partners, facilitators, volunteers and supporters for their contributions to the success of the programme.
Akinyemi emphasised the importance of collaboration in achieving sustainable development, noting that the Foundation remained open to partnerships with government institutions, corporate organisations, individuals and other non-profit bodies to scale its impact.
“Beyond youth empowerment, the Foundation also extended its humanitarian outreach to elderly citizens. In partnership with Omojolagbe Geriatric Care Foundation, Ibadan, food items and essential gift packages were distributed to 90 elderly persons across Lagos and Ibadan. The intervention was aimed at providing immediate relief while promoting dignity, care and social inclusion for senior citizens,” she added.
Founder of Omojolagbe Geriatric Care Foundation, Dr. Ojo Florence, expressed gratitude for the support received and commended Okanlomo Foundation for its commitment to elderly welfare.
She prayed for the organisation and expressed hope for continued collaboration in serving the aged population.
The Foundation noted that the initiative aligned with several SDGs, including SDG 1 (No Poverty), SDG 4 (Quality Education), SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth), SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) and SDG 17 (Partnerships for the Goals).
One of the beneficiaries, Ogunowo Valentina, described the programme as life-changing, stating that it enabled her to acquire her desired skill despite financial limitations.
She said the training has positioned her for self-reliance and economic empowerment.
