The Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has intervened in the aftermath of the recent fire disaster at Ore Market in Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State, giving N1 million each to traders whose shops and businesses were destroyed.

The financial support is expected to provide immediate relief to the victims and enable them to begin rebuilding their businesses and livelihoods after the devastating fire outbreak.

The intervention came on the heels of the minister’s support for victims of the recent floods in Ondo South, reflecting his continued response to residents affected by disasters across the state.

Presenting the cash to the beneficiaries, former Commissioner for Water Resources, Hon. Yetunde Adeyanju, described Tunji-Ojo as a compassionate leader who had demonstrated that public service should translate into tangible support for the people.

She said the minister’s response to the plight of the traders was a demonstration of leadership at a time when the victims needed assistance most.

“Leadership is not merely about occupying public office. It is about being present when the people need help the most,” Adeyanju said.

One of the beneficiaries, Mrs. Akinnusi, expressed appreciation to the minister, saying the donation had come at a critical moment for the affected traders.

According to her, the fire had caused significant losses and left many of the victims wondering how they would recover and return to business.

She said the N1 million support would provide the beneficiaries with the needed encouragement and resources to begin the difficult process of rebuilding.

The latest intervention further underscores Tunji-Ojo’s grassroots engagement and response to the plight of residents affected by disasters, following his recent assistance to flood victims in Ondo South.

The presentation was witnessed by former member of the House of Representatives for Odigbo/Ileoluji/Okeigbo Federal Constituency, Rt. Hon. Mayowa Akinfolarin; Hon. Yetunde Adeyanju; Hon. Olurimisi Ismaila; Mr. Felix Olatunde; Mr. Felix Esan; Hon. Iwalewa Afolabi; and other political and community leaders.