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It was indeed a celebration of success and positive impacts as relevant stakeholders gathered to commemorate the 20th anniversary and First Annual Hope Public Lecture of Mosadoluwa Orphanage Home, Onala, Ado Ekiti.
The lecture, themed “20 Years of Giving Hope: A Journey of Legacy,” held at the orphanage premises in Onala, Ado-Ekiti, afforded beneficiaries and management the opportunity to share their testimonies and breakthroughs over the last two decades.
Speaking during the program, the founder, Mrs. Mojisola Ogunleye, shared a brief history of how the orphanage began and how God had come through for them in various ways.
She also used the opportunity to appreciate every individual and we organization, both in Nigeria and abroad, for their support and solicited more support, citing needed resources such as completion of the home and financial assistance.
In her welcome address, one of the board members of Mosadoluwa Orphanage Home and Executive Director of GoldHeart Foundation, Moyinoluwa Ogundowole, expressed gratitude to everyone on behalf of the board of trustees and entire staff who had contributed to the organization’s success over the years.
“This milestone is not just a celebration of our past but a commitment to continue providing hope and a nurturing environment for children in need,” she said. “We’re thriving today because of your consistent donations.”
The keynote speaker, Mrs. Adeniyi from the Ekiti State Ministry of Women and Social Development, emphasized the need for continued protection of children’s rights and community involvement and collaboration in ensuring sustainable support for orphaned and vulnerable children.
Mrs. Adeniyi noted that every child deserves a chance to thrive and that it is the collective responsibility of society to provide necessary resources and love to make such a reality.
In remarks, Female Network Foundation founder Mrs. Oluwaseun Felix commended the home for its consistency over the years in caring for children despite financial constraints, describing the successes recorded as divine.
Mrs. Olowoyo-Richard, a representative from FIDA Ekiti, promised that FIDA would continue providing legal assistance for the home, as well as donations when necessary.
The celebration featured song performances by children living in the home, showcasing their talents in news, music, and drama, captivating the audience.
