Agege LG boss offers 50% discount on food items for residents
Agege Local Government Chairman, Hon. Abdulganiyu Vinod Obasa in partnership with T.Topps Foods has offered 50% discount on various food items, serving as a significant relief to residents ahead of
Agege Local Government Chairman, Hon. Abdulganiyu Vinod Obasa in partnership with T.Topps Foods has offered 50% discount on various food items, serving as a significant relief to residents ahead of the Ramadan and Lenten seasons.
This initiative, according to the council boss, marks the seventh edition of the monthly food relief program, which aims to ease the financial strain on Agege’s residents during these holy periods.
As both Muslims and Christians prepare for their respective fasting seasons, Hon. Obasa initiated this discounted food sale to help families stock up on essentials before the fasting periods begin.
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Variety of food items were sold at half price, including rice, beans, garri, yam, noodles, spaghetti, different loaves of bread, cassava flour, palm oil, and frozen chicken, among others.
For example, a carton of noodles, which typically sells for ₦10,000 to ₦11,000, was sold for just ₦5,000. Similarly, a plastic paint of rice and beans, which usually retail for ₦6,000, were available for only ₦2,500, while a crate of eggs was reduced from ₦6,000 to ₦3,000.
One of the most remarkable aspects of the event was that there were no complicated requirements to access the discount. Agege residents simply had to visit the venue, and food was sold without any form of discrimination.
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People from all walks of life—Muslims, Christians, and individuals from various ethnic backgrounds—gathered to benefit from the initiative, reinforcing the unity and inclusivity of the community.
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Dr. Moshood Olawale Ajibola, the coordinator of the discounted food sales and a representative of Hon. Obasa, emphasized that this program is not a one-time event, but rather a monthly tradition in Agege.
He explained that the program aligns with the vision of the Chairman, who understands that food is a basic necessity, particularly during Ramadan and Lent, when many families face added financial strain.
"This initiative is a demonstration of Hon. Obasa’s commitment to the well-being of the people of Agege," Dr. Ajibola stated. "It also complements the efforts of both the State and Federal Governments, showing that the Local Government is actively working to support its residents."
Many residents in their separate remarks, expressed gratitude to the leadership d the local government. Among those who praised the initiative were Pastor Paul Olagbadun, Abdul-Lateef Ajiboye, Olabisi Emmanuel (popularly known as ‘Na correct’), Mrs Bola P.S and Hon. Olabode Adigun (aka Ojoge), the former Majority Leader of Agege.
