Veteran actress Sola Sobowale has unveiled Joseph and Esther Homes, a residential facility established to provide accommodation and professional care for elderly people in Ibadan, Oyo State.
Governor Seyi Makinde formally commissioned the centre on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, at a ceremony attended by dignitaries, guests and supporters. The event was streamed live on Sobowale’s Instagram page.
Pictures shared from the occasion captured guests seated on a green lawn, while a red carpet led to the podium decorated with blue and white drapes.
The facility, known by the tagline “Live Well, Age Well, Thrive Together,” is presented as “A Place to Call Home”. Its services are designed around providing older residents with a comfortable living environment, individualised care and opportunities to build relationships within a community.
Information published on the centre’s official website describes the project as an effort to change how later life is experienced in Nigeria. It is expected to commence full operations in the later months of 2026.
A central principle behind the initiative is that professional elderly care should complement the role of families rather than take their place.
“We do not replace family. We help families care better,” the company stated.
Explaining its approach, the management noted that looking after ageing parents can become challenging when relatives have demanding jobs, other family responsibilities or live outside the country.
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“Caring for an ageing parent is hard, especially when work, family or living abroad make it impossible to always be there. Through professional care, a safe home and regular communication, we give families the reassurance of knowing their loved one is supported, respected and surrounded by people who genuinely care. Whether you live nearby or thousands of miles away, you remain an important part of their life.”
Sobowale, known for her performances in several Nollywood productions, is venturing into elderly care through the project, which seeks to address the need for structured support and suitable living arrangements for senior citizens.
Prompt News reports the commissioning by Makinde also reflects the Oyo State Government’s recognition of private-sector contributions to social welfare and care services.
Following the ceremony, Joseph and Esther Homes invited interested families to indicate their interest through its website, where they can also arrange virtual consultations.
