A significant milestone occurred on June 13, 2023, when Hon. (Prince) Okunjimi Odimayo was inaugurated as a Member of the House of Representatives, representing the committed constituents of Okitipupa/Irele Federal Constituency, marking the beginning of a new era.
Since taking office, Hon. Jimi Odimayo has displayed a strong commitment to providing exceptional representation through innovative legislative approaches that have the potential to elevate the Ikale Nation and its inhabitants to greater heights.
As a Member of the House of Representatives Elect, he generously extended financial assistance to widows accross wards in Irele Local Government shortly after the 2023 general elections, demonstrating his unwavering dedication to humanitarian causes and a genuine concern for the aspirations of the people.
On July 12, 2023, Hon. Jimi Odimayo achieved a significant milestone by proposing a motion in the House of Representatives.
He called for an investigation into the prolonged blackout in Irele Local Government, Okitipupa Local Government, and other local governments within Ondo South Senatorial District. These areas have been without electricity from the national grid since 2014, causing immense hardship for the local residents.
Since that momentous day, Hon. Jimi Odimayo has diligently worked alongside various stakeholders to expedite the federal government’s intervention and tackle this pressing issue.
To enhance his representation and ensure that his constituents enjoy the benefits of democracy, on August 1, 2023, Hon. Jimi Odimayo appointed sixty-nine (69) Special Assistants, with three individuals designated per ward across the twenty-three wards (23) within Irele/Okitipupa Federal Constituency. This was in addition to the statutory Legislative aides and the recently appointed Media Assistants.
Hon. Jimi Odimayo’s commitment to advancing education in Irele and Okitipupa local governments expanded further when he approved the initiation of free extramural lessons for Senior Secondary School Students across the three State Constituencies in Okitipupa/Irele Federal Constituency as part of his legislative initiatives.
According to the astute lawmaker, the Summer lessons aimed to emphasize the value of continuous learning and address previous learning gaps caused by summer holidays in our communities.
Hon. Odimayo believed that Summer lessons offered students engaging and enjoyable learning experiences, fostering a passion for learning.
This approach not only prevented the summer slide but also provided academic support during breaks, contributing significantly to students’ overall academic success. It also aimed to elevate education standards, particularly within Irele/Okitipupa Federal Constituency.
What made the summer coaching program more remarkable was its inclusion of post-teaching examinations to assess student performance and identify top performers in each class at various centers.
These outstanding students were generously rewarded, and Prince Jimi Odimayo received praise from the people of Irele and Okitipupa local governments for his efforts in promoting education in the federal constituency.
The Summer lessons incorporated fifty youths as teachers, and they received fair compensation for their participation.
Hon. Jimi Odimayo generously sponsored 13 girls’ education, investing five million naira to support their participation in the fifth edition of the Bemore Summer Camp in Okitipupa/Irele Federal Constituency.
Hon. Jimi Odimayo’s contributions include the drilling of boreholes in Igbotako, Ilaje local government, and the installation of street lights in the three state constituencies within Okitipupa/Irele federal constituency.
Recently, Hon. (Prince) Okunjimi Odimayo held the first of its first-of-its-kind constitutional meeting with the party’s leader and constituents in attendance.
Furthermore, his engagement with the community and plans for palliative measures in response to subsidy removal underscore his commitment to the well-being of Irele/Okitipupa Federal Constituency.
There is no overstating the fact that Hon. Jimi Odimayo has performed exceptionally as a legislator since taking office as a Member of the House of Representatives representing Ikale Nation.
He has not only established a clear agenda for more significant legislative achievements but is also diligently pursuing and realizing his predetermined goals.
As a proud constituent, I applaud Hon. Jimi Odimayo’s achievements and urge everyone to collaborate with him in realizing the shared vision for our constituency.”
Peoplesmind
Victor Adedeji,
Special Assistant on Media and Publicity (Federal Constituency) to Omo’oba Jimi Odimayo.
