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For over six years, the programme has consistently provided monthly financial support to senior citizens across Epe, ensuring that many elderly residents receive assistance to meet their basic needs. What began as a welfare initiative has grown into a symbol of compassion, consistency, and responsible representation.
Unlike one-off empowerment programmes, Owo Arugbo has remained a monthly intervention, reflecting a long-term commitment to the welfare of older people. Beneficiaries receive their stipends regularly, regardless of the season, helping them cope with daily expenses and easing some of the financial burden associated with old age.
Beyond the financial support, the initiative has created a unique bond between the representative and the people. During each disbursement, representatives of the programme often visit beneficiaries in their homes, sharing conversations, checking on their well-being, and reminding them that they remain valued members of society. These interactions have become just as meaningful as the financial assistance itself.
The continuity of the scheme has earned widespread appreciation from beneficiaries and residents, many of whom describe it as one of the most impactful social welfare programmes in the constituency. For numerous elderly citizens who no longer have regular sources of income, the monthly stipend serves as a lifeline and a source of hope.
The initiative also highlights the importance of inclusive governance by ensuring that senior citizens are not left behind in the pursuit of development. While infrastructure, education, and economic growth remain vital, programmes such as Owo Arugbo demonstrate that the true measure of leadership also lies in caring for the most vulnerable members of society.
As the scheme enters its sixth year, it continues to stand as a testament to Rep. Wale Raji’s commitment to people-centred representation. Through sustained support for the elderly, he has shown that keeping promises and prioritising human welfare can leave a lasting impact on communities.
For many senior citizens across Epe Federal Constituency, Owo Arugbo is more than a monthly stipend—it is a reassurance that their years of service, sacrifice, and contribution to society have not been forgotten. It is a programme that continues to restore dignity, inspire hope, and put smiles on the faces of those who deserve care and recognition in the later years of their lives.
