A 30-year-old puff-puff seller, Oluwatosin Adejumo, has received a life-changing opportunity after Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State appointed her as a chef at the Government House.
Oluwatosin, a graduate who lost her mother four years ago, had been struggling to make ends meet and turned to selling puff-puff, a popular Nigerian snack, to survive. She learned catering skills while assisting a mentor, Mrs. Funmilayo Grace Ajakaiye, and later started her own small business with the help of suppliers who allowed her to buy ingredients on credit.
Her turning point came during a public event when Governor Adeleke noticed her. The governor bought all her puff-puff, handed her ₦50,000, and engaged her in a brief conversation. Upon discovering that she was a graduate, he immediately referred her to the Commissioner of Affairs and Protocol for further consideration.
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That encounter opened a new chapter in Oluwatosin’s life. Governor Adeleke later announced her appointment as a chef at the Osun State Government House, a decision that drew widespread applause from residents and social media users who hailed the governor for empowering young people through unexpected acts of kindness.
Speaking about her journey, Oluwatosin expressed gratitude for the rare opportunity. She recalled the struggles of losing her mother and building a small business from scratch, saying the governor’s intervention had restored her hope and given her a platform to use her skills on a bigger stage..
