Alli shines at FRCN NUJ award ceremony, vows to prioritise grassroots development

The Senator representing Oyo South Senatorial district on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sharafadeen Alli, has been honoured with the prestigious ‘Outstanding People’s Personality Award’ by the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) Chapel, during its 2023 Press Week celebration. 

A statement by the Special Adviser on Media to Senator Alli, Akeem Abas, made available on Saturday in Ibadan, said the federal lawmaker was bestowed with the award for his significant contributions to grassroots development which exemplifies commitment to serving the people and improving their quality of life.

He added that Alli’s remarkable achievements were showcased to the dignitaries and guests in attendance at the elaborate ceremony.

In the meantime, some journalists have  described Alli as the most active lawmaker in the state, emphasising his ability to empower constituents in record time since assuming office.

The Zonal Director Radio Nigeria, Ibadan Zonal Station, Mr. Dominic Mokikan, who presented the award, urged the Senator to continue his efforts in transforming the grassroots.

Alli, who was represented by the state NUJ Vice-Chairman, Mr. Seye Ojo, appreciated the chapel for finding him worthy to be  honoured, expressing firm believe that true progress could only be achieved by focusing on the needs of the people at the grassroots level.

He acknowledged the importance of addressing and resolving the challenges faced by the constituents and  communities he serves, pledging to ensure continuous delivery of democratic dividends to the masses, quality representation and service to humanity.

Alli, who reeled out some of his achievements since assumption of office, was applauded for all he has achieved within few months in office.

The lawmaker assured constituents of his determination to fulfill all his electioneering promises, urging them to  be hopeful of a greater Nigeria.

The FRCN Chapel Chairman, Mr. Oluwakayode Banjo, in his address, lauded Alli’s humility, dedication and selfless service to humanity.

Other awardees at the event include the Chairman, SDM Group, Prince Niran Adeyoju; a finance expert, Mr. Kolapo Kola-Daisi, and the CEO of Kayrom Lee Gym, Ambassador Romoke Ayinde.