Fadekemi Ajakaiye
The managing partner of Perfection Real Estate Group, Engr. Dr. Dave Olutayo Olusegun, recently marked his birthday by spreading joy among the elderly and underprivileged youth in the Oworonsoki Community of Lagos State. Amidst an atmosphere brimming with jubilation,
Dr. Olusegun, the esteemed president and founder of the Dave Care Foundation, presented a variety of essential items including assorted foods, beverages, toiletries, and empowerment items, to the delighted recipients. The occasion was graced by distinguished Royal Fathers, including the Oloworo of Oworonsoki, Oba Babatunde Saliu, who is the Royal Host, Oba Olusegun Oyiri, Oloshoroko of Oshoroko Kingdom and Oba Sikiru Oyero, the Alaketu of Ketu Land, as well as esteemed dignitaries including Senator (Chief) Anthony Adefuye, former Senator representing Lagos East and a member of the Governor’s Advisory Council (GAC) Lagos State, Aladeokun of Alade Idanre designate, Otunba Dr. Benson Akingbaso, Past Rotary District Governor Dr. Jide Akeredolu, APC National Women Leader, South West, Mrs. Yetunde Adesanya, Chief Mrs. toyin Sowemimo, the Ogun State Governor of “No Woman, No Nation organization”, Chief Dr. Adunni Kassim, and other guests.
The donated items encompassed a wide array of provisions such as bags of rice and beans, cartons of noodles and pastries, loaves of bread, bags of garri, sewing machines, hair dryers, and grinding machines. Dr. Olusegun expressed his profound satisfaction in celebrating his birthday by extending support to those in need, emphasizing that such gestures hold far more significance for him than convening with affluent friends who possess the means to acquire whatever they desire at any time. He reiterated his commitment to sharing his special day with the elderly and indigent youth, urging fellow Nigerians of privilege to recognize the importance of giving back to society as a regular practice, as even the smallest contributions have the power to bring smiles and relief to the less fortunate.
As the Onigegewura of Oworonsoki Kingdom and the managing partner of Perfection Real Estate Group, Dr. Olusegun elucidated that the establishment of the Dave Care and Shelter Foundation stemmed from the encouragement of friends to formalize his philanthropic endeavors. In its second year, the foundation has been steadfast in reaching out to the less privileged and positively impacting lives. Dr. Olusegun also emphasized, “Everyone needs some form of help, but in my opinion, those with the most need are these elderly and indigent youths, who are here through no fault of theirs. That’s why I chose to spend my birthday with them.” He further assured that his commitment to celebrating his birthday with the vulnerable in society is an enduring tradition, promising continued efforts in the years to come.
Dave Care and Shelter Foundation also used the occasion to appreciate some of its supporters including Otunba Dr. Benson Akingbaso, as Grand Patron, Chief Mrs.Ibilola Sholaja as Grand Matron, Olori Toyin Sowemimo and Dr. Kunle Abeshinbioke as Foundation’s Pillars respectively.
Also Directors of the foundation were presented with appreciation plaques and they including Akindipe Oluwaseun, Dr. Adeniyi Adeleye, Mrs Temitope Adeyemo, Director,Funke Salau,Mr. Yemi Adams Aderibigbe and Bimbo Rosenje. Others are Bolaji Pere-Ejiro Oghene,Oladele Gold, Winifred Ebiye, Akindipe Oluwaseun, Tejumade Williams and Arinze Okamelu.
There was also a Health Talk on “Eating right, exercising better, and live better” by Dr. Damiliola Omolayole of the Gbagada General Hospital, Gbagada.
Expressing heartfelt gratitude on behalf of the over 200 elderly and youths who benefited from the program, the Chairman of Progressive Widows Association,Oworonsoki, Mrs. Edu acknowledged Dr. Olusegun’s profound compassion and dedication to humanity. She conveyed prayers for the realization of his aspirations and invoked blessings for his well-being and success. The day commenced with Muslim and Christian clergy offering prayers for Dr. Olusegun’s longevity and prosperity in all his endeavors, underscoring the collective spirit of unity and goodwill that permeated the occasion.
