The Foundation will be exemplary in how it conducts its affairs, integrity, prob and openness—the distinguished character of its Trustees and Management leaves room for doubt that this will be so.

The Foundation would work with other institutions dedicated to relieving the plight of the disadvantaged and young people. It will join in the partnership that cuts across all social sectors, which is carrying us forward in the grand enterprise of transforming our society.

The projects and institutions that the Foundation assists would exemplify the characteristics needed for the reconstruction and development of our country.

The Foundation will deploy its resources to facilitate initiatives by young people or communities that are ready to shoulder responsibility for their improvement and upliftment. Lasting improvement, and not only immediate relief, will be a guiding objective. The work supported by the Foundation would foster the spirit of cooperation, mutual respect and consultation as well as openness and prudent use of resources.

The needs, which have to be addressed, are great. The number of disadvantaged communities and young people who live under seriously deprived socio-economic circumstances in our country is shockingly high. Youth unemployment, lack of formal education, and poor access to basic healthcare; are all measured in millions.

All this means that if the Foundation is to make a significant contribution to addressing these needs, it must be as well-endowed as possible, both financially and in terms of the support it enjoys.

A firm foundation has been laid, and we would like to thank all those who brought us to this point.

To all of you who have taken the trouble to assist the Oladele Oyelola Foundation in addressing the specific needs of the poor and disadvantaged people of Nigeria, whose need and whose promise is our driving force, we express our sincere thanks.