The All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate for the Ibadan North Federal Constituency in the 2027 general election, Hon. Umar Farouk Arisekola-Alao, has continued his community-based support initiatives with the donation of a freezer to Bidemi Spot, located around Abadina College, University of Ibadan area of the constituency.

‎The gesture was aimed at supporting the beneficiary’s cold storage business and helping to strengthen her capacity to sustain and grow the enterprise. The intervention reflects Umar Farouk’s approach to empowerment, which focuses on identifying the specific needs of individuals and providing practical support that can improve their livelihoods.

Speaking on the initiative, Umar Farouk said meaningful leadership should be responsive to the realities of the people, noting that small businesses and individual entrepreneurs play an important role in the economic life of communities. He said his commitment is to continue supporting initiatives that can create opportunities, strengthen livelihoods and improve the welfare of constituents.

‎The donation is part of Umar Farouk’s wider efforts to connect with residents and respond to practical needs across Ibadan North. From business support and food assistance to other grassroots interventions, he has continued to position himself as a candidate who believes that leadership must translate into tangible benefits for the people.

Umar Farouk assured residents that, if elected, he would remain accessible and committed to promoting policies and programmes that support small businesses, empower youths and women, strengthen local enterprise and address the specific developmental needs of communities across Ibadan North Federal Constituency.