Elegushi Foundation To Empower 1,000 In Empowerment To Mark 15th Anniversary

The Elegushi of Ikate Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba Saheed Elegushi, has commenced the first batch of the ₦200 million Empowerment Initiative — a step to support education and economic development within our community. In celebration of 15 years of majestic milestones and impact, the Foundation is launching a ₦50 million intervention fund for students […]

The Elegushi of Ikate Kingdom, His Royal Majesty, Oba Saheed Elegushi, has commenced the first batch of the ₦200 million Empowerment Initiative — a step to support education and economic development within our community.

In celebration of 15 years of majestic milestones and impact, the Foundation is launching a ₦50 million intervention fund for students and SMEs. He has already hosted several community-focused events, including a special Lawn Tennis Club tournament and a comprehensive Medical Outreach program that provided free healthcare services to residents of the community.

According to the Special Assistant Media & Publicity at Palace of HRM , Mr Temitope Oyefeso, these initiatives reflect the Foundation’s holistic approach to community development through health, sports, education, and economic empowerment.

“This empowerment program represents our continued commitment to fostering development and creating pathways for success within our community. By investing in both education and small businesses, we’re building a stronger foundation for our collective future.”

Programme details are ₦50 million allocated for grants. The application which will open until Sunday, April 20th, 2025 is available to qualified students and small business owners and first 1,000 eligible applicants will be considered

The initiative aims to provide grants to support educational pursuits and business expansion needs. Funds will help cover school fees, purchase educational materials, acquire business equipment, and expand inventory for small businesses.

The foundation has established a streamlined application process to ensure fair consideration of all qualified candidates. Interested applicants are encouraged to visit the official foundation website for detailed eligibility requirements and submission guidelines.

“This initiative represents the culmination of 15 years of community development work,” the foundation spokesperson added. “We’re proud to continue His Royal Majesty’s vision of empowering individuals to achieve academic excellence and entrepreneurial success.”