AMPON President, Street Journal Publisher sustains commitment to community development through drainage construction at Ajenigieye family compound in Ibadan
Chief ‘Bowale Oluwole Arisekola, President of the Association of Online Media Practitioners of Nigeria (AMPON), has embarked on drainage construction around his ancestral family house at Ajenigieye, Oje, Ibadan, as part of efforts to protect the historic property from erosion and preserve it for future generations.
The intervention, according to the media executive and Mogaji of Ajenigieye, is designed to improve the flow of rainwater, prevent further erosion and safeguard the structural integrity of the family compound.
For Arisekola, the project goes beyond routine repairs or property maintenance. It represents a deliberate effort to protect the heritage, identity and history embodied in the ancestral home inherited from his forefathers.
In a statement, the Street Journal publisher explained that the decision to channelise rainwater and construct proper drainage gutters around the property was informed by the need to prevent avoidable damage and ensure the building remains protected for generations yet unborn.
“Our ancestral home is more than just a building; it represents our history, heritage, identity, and the legacy handed down to us by our forefathers,” he stated.
He emphasised that preserving such a valuable inheritance requires collective responsibility and proactive measures, rather than waiting for environmental challenges to cause irreversible damage.
The drainage project adds to Arisekola’s record of philanthropic interventions and community-focused initiatives, particularly within his immediate environment and other parts of Ibadan.
As Mogaji of Ajenigieye, Oje, he has continued to demonstrate interest in the welfare of his family compound and the wider community, with previous interventions extending to basic infrastructure, educational support and other initiatives aimed at improving living conditions.
His community development efforts have included the provision of boreholes and toilet facilities, alongside the distribution of educational materials to pupils.
The intervention, according to the media executive and Mogaji of Ajenigieye, is designed to improve the flow of rainwater, prevent further erosion and safeguard the structural integrity of the family compound.
For Arisekola, the project goes beyond routine repairs or property maintenance. It represents a deliberate effort to protect the heritage, identity and history embodied in the ancestral home inherited from his forefathers.
In a statement, the Street Journal publisher explained that the decision to channelise rainwater and construct proper drainage gutters around the property was informed by the need to prevent avoidable damage and ensure the building remains protected for generations yet unborn.
“Our ancestral home is more than just a building; it represents our history, heritage, identity, and the legacy handed down to us by our forefathers,” he stated.
He emphasised that preserving such a valuable inheritance requires collective responsibility and proactive measures, rather than waiting for environmental challenges to cause irreversible damage.
The drainage project adds to Arisekola’s record of philanthropic interventions and community-focused initiatives, particularly within his immediate environment and other parts of Ibadan.
As Mogaji of Ajenigieye, Oje, he has continued to demonstrate interest in the welfare of his family compound and the wider community, with previous interventions extending to basic infrastructure, educational support and other initiatives aimed at improving living conditions.
His community development efforts have included the provision of boreholes and toilet facilities, alongside the distribution of educational materials to pupils.
These interventions reflect a broader commitment to addressing practical community needs while encouraging development at the grassroots.
The latest initiative reinforces the connection between preserving family heritage and promoting community responsibility, especially in urban neighbourhoods where erosion and inadequate drainage can threaten buildings, access routes and other properties.
Beyond the immediate protection of the Ajenigieye ancestral home, the project highlights the importance of maintaining historic family compounds as living links between present-day residents and previous generations.
Arisekola’s approach also underscores the need for individuals, families and community leaders to invest in preventive measures that protect inherited properties from environmental degradation, rather than allowing neglect to undermine their long-term value.
He expressed optimism that collective commitment and timely action would help secure the family’s heritage, while offering prayers for divine strength and blessings for all those contributing to its preservation.
“May Almighty God continue to bless and strengthen us as we work together to protect our family heritage,” he added.
For the AMPON president, the drainage construction is therefore both a practical response to erosion and a statement of commitment to safeguarding the legacy of his forebears.
As communities across Ibadan continue to confront infrastructure and environmental challenges, the initiative offers a reminder that heritage preservation begins with deliberate action at home and a willingness to protect what has been entrusted to the present generation.
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