Makinde inaugurates Sola Sobowale’s residential home for elderly people

Oyo Governor Seyi Makinde has inaugurated Joseph and Esther Homes, a residential facility for elderly people established by veteran actress Sola Sobowale in Ibadan.

The inauguration ceremony took place on Tuesday, November 3, with several entertainment industry figures and other dignitaries in attendance.

Among the guests were former Lagos Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Steve Ayorinde; comedian Gbenga Adeyinka; veteran actor Adebayo Salami; filmmakers Kunle Afolayan and Femi Adebayo and actor Ibrahim Chatta.

The event was also streamed live on Sobowale’s Instagram page. Joseph and Esther Homes is designed to provide older people with a safe and comfortable environment where they can live independently while receiving professional care and support. Operating under the tagline, “Live Well, Age Well, Thrive Together,” the facility describes itself as “A Place to Call Home.” According to information on its official website, the project aims to redefine later living in Nigeria by combining residential accommodation with professional care and support, offering older people an environment where they can enjoy dignity, comfort and a sense of community.