Demonstrating commitment to Education, Prince Yommy Shopitan has sponsored the free JAMB Form offer organised by Oba Kabiru Adewale Shotobi, benefiting 120 students in Ikorodu.
The Ayangbure Palace served as the backdrop for the program dated 5th of January 2024, witnessing the presence of the Shopitan family, parents, Rep. Babajimi Benson MHR, the Ikorodu Ambassador Group, kings, baale, and other esteemed guests.
Initiated by Mr Adeyeri Waliu Lekan, the coordinator of the Oba Ayangbure free JAMB Form offer, who extended a warm welcome to all attendees and beneficiaries.
He expressed gratitude to HRM, Oba Kabiru Adewale Shotobi for unwavering support in advancing the academic sector.
Acknowledging the collaborative effort, Mr Adedeji Rasheed Fatuga, Founder of the Ikorodu Ambassador Group, thanked various dignitaries, including Baale’s, Chiefs, Parents, and Prince Yommy Shopitan, for entrusting the group with program coordination.
In his address, Mr Fatuga urged students to embrace focus, diligence, and punctuality, underscoring the transformative power of education.
He emphasized the importance of skill development and ambition for the beneficiaries, urging them not to take the opportunity for granted.
The benefactor behind this noble initiative, Prince Yommy Olusegun Shopitan, disclosed that his inspiration to sponsor 120 JAMB Forms stems from a longstanding commitment to community welfare.
This tradition, initiated in 2012, has expanded to encompass both JAMB and GCE forms.
Prince Yommy assured the community that this program is ongoing, with plans to extend support to students seeking admission to various universities.
He advised beneficiaries to excel in their JAMB exams through punctuality, focus, and diligence, making the community proud.
Expressing his gratitude, Oba Kabiru Adewale Shotobi commended Prince Yommy Shopitan for his dedication to community development and the reinforcement of the importance of education.
The monarch urged other philanthropists to follow suit, emphasizing that investing in the academic sector is a crucial legacy for the community.
“I trust my people will continue to support initiatives like this,” concluded Oba Kabiru Adewale Shotobi, encouraging ongoing collaboration for the betterment of education in Ikorodu.