The Ogun State Governor Prince Dapo Abiodun has distributed Sports Utility Vehicles (SUVs) to all the 20 Local Government chairpersons in the state as gifts in what was described as fulfilment of his pledge and in a move aimed at facilitating smooth governance at the grassroots.
Penpushing reports that the Governor was represented by the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Ganiyu Hamzat at the ceremony held in Abeokuta, state capital amid the Christmas festivities.
The governor commended the local government chairmen for their efforts in delivering dividends of democracy at the grassroots. and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to working closely with them to improve the welfare and quality of life of Ogun State citizens.
Penpushing further reports that Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Ogun State chapter, Mrs Afolasade Adeyemo, responding on behalf of her colleagues described the gesture as a welcome development.
The chairperson of the association who doubles as Chairman of Odeda Local Government expressed profound appreciation to the governor for fulfilling his pledge and lauded Governor’s achievements across key sectors, including education, housing, healthcare, and road infrastructure.
Penpushing also reports that she noted that the governor’s ISEYA mantra has elevated Ogun State to an enviable position and assured that the local government chairmen would continue to work with the government to make Ogun State the pride of its indigenes, residents, and Nigerians at large.
The chairman of the association added that the vehicles would enhance their capacity to reach rural communities and effectively address the aspirations and needs of the people at the grassroots.
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