Ondo City Deaf Association End The Year On A High Note

By Sunkanmi Omodele, Ondo

Ondo City is one of the 18 Local Government areas of Ondo State and arguably where civilization enter the State.

On 28 of December 2020, the Association held her end of year event at the Adeyemi Hall, Ondo city, Ondo State.

In his opening remark, Mr. Raji Nuremi briefed the audience on the purpose of the party, he emphasized on the importance of unity and love which he said made the association deem it fit to organize this get together party.

Mr Lanre Adigbo, chairman of Ondo State Association of the Deaf (ODSAD) advised the members to be patient on the issues of employment and empowerment. He also hinted members to work together to enhance adequate development of the association.

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Secretary of ODSAD, Mr. Lateef Busari encouraged the members to always follow guidelines provided by Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on preventive measures from the dreaded Corona virus by regular washing of the hands, use of nose mask, etc.

On her part, Mrs Ganiyu Toyin urged members to participate in skills/vocational acquisition so as to be self dependent.

Highlights of the occasion were cultural dance by a troupe in traditional attires. The audience was entertained by the mesmerizingly rhythmic movements of the dancers. Next, a drama group took to the stage to showcase their talents.

Also, outstanding members who had made the association proud in the outgoing year received awards. Among these, Mr Giftgod Sunday and Mrs Deborah Ikusika stood out. The awardees were presented with gifts for their longstanding contribution to the growth of the association.

Mrs. Akinyemi Patricia, ex-chairman of the Ondo City Deaf Association thanked those present for coming. She also thanked those who donated to the association in cash and kind to ensure the program’s success.

Finally, the chairman of the organizing committee, Mrs Mowa Akinsola thanked all for their cooperation, meanwhile enjoining them to be good ambassadors of the Association.