Hon. Idris Olalekan Kusimo, Executive Chairman, Ifo Local Government, has officially inaugurated the 9th Legislature of the Council Area on Thursday 21st November, 2024 marking a significant landmark in the council's history.
The inauguration ceremony, held at the Local Government Secretariat, was attended by dignitaries, including royal fathers, party leaders, and other critical stakeholders.
In his proclamation address, Hon. Kusimo emphasized his administration's commitment to grassroots development, prioritizing the welfare and needs of the people.
He highlighted the importance of cooperation and collaboration between the executive and legislative arms in achieving this goal.
Hon. Kusimo assured the people of Ifo Local Government that his administration would work tirelessly to ensure that the dividends of democracy reach the grassroots.
He praised developmental initiatives of His Excellency, Prince Dapo Abiodun CON, the Executive Governor of Ogun State, whom he described as dynamic, hardworking and compassionate leader.
At the inaugural plenary of the 9th legislature, the Clerk of the House, Prince Olalekan Olanire, administered the Oath of office and allegiance on the elected Councillors.
The Legislative Council members thereafter performed their first duty by unanimously electing the Leader of the Legislative Council, Hon. Bamgboye Samuel Olukayode representing Ward 3. Other elected principal officers of the Council are, Hon. Amoo Wasiu Olalere from Ward 4 as Deputy Leader, Hon. Haruna Adebayo, Majority Leader, representing Ward 5, and Hon. (Mrs.) Shodipo Modupe Abiola as Chief whip, she represents Ward 1 in the 9th Legislature
In his acceptance speech, the Leader of the House, Hon. Bamgboye Samuel Olukayode charged his colleagues to be focused, disciplined and selfless in the discharge of their duties to ensure sustainable economic development of the Local Government.
He also pledged the readiness of Councillors in actualising the lofty agenda of the Executive arm in line with the building our future together mantra of His Excellency, Prince Dapo Abiodun CON, the Executive Governor of Ogun State.
Dignitaries at the event include, Hon. Fola Salami, representing Ifo Constituency II in the Ogun State House of Assembly, Hon. Adijat Adeleye, the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, Ogun State, Barr. Olumide Oduwole, APC party Chairman, Ifo Local Government, High Chief Oluwole Enilolobo, former Executive Chairman, Hon. Chief (Mrs.) Kikelomo Delano, immediate past Executive Chairman, Ifo Local Government, Aare Tunde Alabi, former Executive Chairman and Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs and Chief Derin Adebiyi, former Executive Chairman and Special Adviser to the Governor. Others include Hon. Ganiy Oyedeji, Hon. Moruf Paramole, Chief Taiwo Muraina, Hon. Olanrewaju Adeleye, former Leader of the House, Mr. Fatai Ogundele, the Head of Local Government Administration amongst many other dignitaries.
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