WE’RE DETERMINED TO DELIVER LEGACY PROJECTS IN LGAs-ABIODUN
The ongoing commissioning of legacy projects across the 20 Local Government Areas of Ogun state is part of the present administration’s resolve to provide social amenities at the grassroots, as fundamental rights of citizens.
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun said this at the commissioning of a Borehole and Health facility in Ajebandele, Ijebu East LGA, noting that accessibility to quality healthcare services, provision of potable water, infrastructure, among others were paramount to government for improved welfare and well-being of rural dwellers.
The Governor, represented by the Commissioner for Local Government and
Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ganiyu Hamzat, who commended the LG Chairman for being prudent in executing laudable projects, imploring residents to properly maintain the amenities for betterment of the community.
In his remarks, Oloko of Imushin, Oba Adedeji Onafowokan expressed joy over the commissioning of the projects, lauding the Chairman for improving the livelihood of residents in the area, as well as various significant and developmental strides across the wards.
Speaking, Consultant to the Governor on Media and a formal Chairman in the local government, Comrade Tunde Oladunjoye applauded the council Chairman for being proactive and transparent, saying her leadership trait had helped in formulating impactful policies and programmes.
In her speech, Chairman of the LGA, Hon. Adetutu Oyesanya, appreciated the Governor and cabinet members for their support in the successful execution of the projects, assuring people of the area of more dividends of democracy.
She revealed that all projects embarked upon were people-oriented driven, noting that the struggles of accessing health care facilities and clean water had been a major problem, which had become history, advising that residents should see the health facility as first point of call in accessing healthcare.
Abiodun Okuboyejo,
Press Officer, MLG&CAs
OGUN GOV. URGES NEW MONARCH TO CHAMPION PEACE, DEVELOPMENT,
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has urged the new Akufon of Idarika, in Ikenne Local Government Area, to continue to champion, peace and tranquillity, that will usher in growth and development for the socio –economic wellbeing of the town and Iperu-Remo at large.
The Governor gave the admonition during the Installation and Presentation of Staff of Office to the Monarch, Oba Olugbenga Shomade, saying development could only thrive in an atmosphere of peace and harmony.
Represented by Commissioner, for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ganiyu Hamzat, Abiodun advised the Oba Shomade to be accessible, receptive and responsive to the yearnings of his subjects at all times, enjoining sons and daughters of the land to join hands towards the advancement of the town.
Also speaking, the Alaperu of Iperu, Oba Idowu Basibo, admonished the Monarch to imbibe the spirit of patience, while praying that God should grant him wisdom to have a successful reign.
On his part, Chairman, Ikenne Local Government, Hon. Olusegun Ogunleye disclosed that the new Akufen of Idarika would play a pivotal role in guiding his people towards progress, emphasising that his leadership would be instrumental in fostering harmony and development of Idarika community and its environs.
In his acceptance speech, Oba Shomade appreciated the Governor and the people of Idarika for the trust reposed in him to serve, appealing to sons and daughters of the land to continue to give their unwavering support and cooperation for the advancement of the land.
He assured the indigenes of working on jobs opportunities, particularly for youths, women empowerment, infrastructural development and among others that would attract investment to the town.
Other dignitaries at the occasion were, Special Adviser to the Governor on Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Razak Daddah, Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Dr. Rotimiolu Akinlesi, Directors of the Ministry, Mr. Opeoluwa Aderinwale, Mr. Olusegun Ibirinde and Mrs. Folashade Sogbiyeju, Royal Fathers and other well-wishers.
Sakirudeen Bashiru,
Press Officer, MLG&CAs
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