Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, on Tuesday, handed over a new Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) to renowned gospel singer, broadcaster, and Chairman of Fresh FM 105.9, Yinka Ayefele, days after a fire outbreak at the Music House in Ibadan.
Reports recall that the incident, which occurred last Friday, destroyed property worth several millions of naira.
While presenting the SUV in Ibadan, the state capital, Governor Makinde commended Ayefele for his resilience and his significant contributions to both the entertainment industry and media development in Oyo State and Nigeria at large.
Ayefele, who has been counting his losses following the inferno that gutted sections of the Fresh FM complex, was visibly moved as the governor, represented by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, Otunba Ademola Ojo, handed him the keys to the SUV.
Governor Makinde, during the presentation at the Ayefele Music House, Challenge, Ibadan, praised the broadcaster for his resilience and contributions to the entertainment industry and media growth in Oyo State.
He said, “On behalf of the State Governor, Makinde, and the State Government, we are here to commiserate with you. You are a symbol of perseverance and inspiration to millions of Nigerians.
“On behalf of the Governor and the state government, we present this gift to you.”
It would be recalled that Makinde had earlier visited the station a day after the inferno to commiserate with Ayefele and assess the extent of the damage.
