Oshodi-Isolo LGA Spreads Festive Cheer: Staff Receive Live Goats as Christmas Gifts

Date: December 19, 2025

In a heartwarming gesture ahead of the yuletide season, the Oshodi-Isolo Local Government Area (LGA) in Lagos State has distributed Christmas gifts to its staff, continuing a tradition of appreciating employees during the holidays. This year’s gifts—live goats—were collected by joyful staff members, symbolizing both festive celebration and practical support for families.

The distribution took place on December 19, 2025, at a local government premises, where employees were seen enthusiastically receiving their goats. Videos circulating on social media capture the excitement, with staff in colorful attire pulling leashes, carrying the animals, and even dancing in delight amid the lively atmosphere. The event highlights the LGA’s commitment to staff welfare under the leadership of Executive Chairman Otunba Kehinde Almaroof Oloyede, popularly known as Kendoo.

This initiative echoes past festive distributions by the administration. In 2023, widows and the elderly received bags of rice and live chickens during the holiday season, drawing large crowds to the council secretariat. Similarly, in early 2025, the First Lady of Oshodi-Isolo LGA, Omofadekemi Owoade Oloyede Almaroof, led a mega food palliative distribution to residents, providing essential items to kick off the new year.

Social media reactions have been positive, with one user noting, “Christmas gift in Lagos is a form of empowerment in another region,” underscoring the practical value of such gifts in supporting households during the holidays. The goats, a staple in Nigerian festive meals, offer both nutritional and economic benefits, allowing recipients to prepare traditional dishes or sell them if needed.

Otunba Oloyede’s administration has consistently emphasized empowerment and community support. Recent highlights include a mega empowerment program in November 2025, marking his 100 days in his second term, where tools, equipment, and financial aid were distributed to artisans, entrepreneurs, and vulnerable residents. This Christmas gesture aligns with his “Renewed Hope” agenda, fostering unity and progress in Oshodi-Isolo.

While exact numbers of beneficiaries were not specified in available reports, the event appears to have covered council staff, boosting morale as the year winds down. CivicWire.ng applauds this initiative, which not only spreads joy but also reinforces the bonds between local government and its workforce.

As Christmas approaches, such acts remind us of the spirit of giving and community care. Residents and stakeholders look forward to more inclusive programs in the coming year.