By ebosele@hotmail.com –
The Council of Baales in Ayobo-Ipaja Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has commended the administration of the Executive Chairman, Hon. (Dr.) Agbaje Lukmon Abiodun, for its commitment to grassroots development and inclusive governance.
The traditional rulers, led by the Baale of Ijon Town, High Chief Kolawole, paid a courtesy visit to the Chairman as part of activities marking the administration’s first anniversary in office.
The Baales praised the administration’s achievements in its first 12 months, particularly its efforts to promote development, strengthen community engagement and prioritise the welfare of residents.
During the visit, the traditional rulers offered prayers for the continued success of the administration and called for stronger collaboration between the government and traditional institutions.
They also prayed for sustained peace, unity and accelerated development across Ayobo-Ipaja LCDA and the wider Alimosho Federal Constituency.
Responding, Agbaje thanked the traditional rulers for their consistent support, fatherly guidance, wise counsel and prayers throughout his first year in office.
He described the traditional institution as an indispensable partner in grassroots administration, particularly in promoting peace, unity and community development.
As part of activities marking the anniversary and in appreciation of the Baales’ support, the Chairman presented a brand-new 18-seater Hiace bus to the Council of Baales.
According to him, the vehicle would facilitate the mobility of the traditional rulers and enhance their participation in community engagements and other activities across the LCDA.
Agbaje reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to maintaining a cordial and productive relationship with the traditional institution, describing the Baales as custodians of culture, promoters of peace and critical stakeholders in grassroots development.
The visit ended with prayers and royal blessings, as the government and traditional institution renewed their commitment to strengthening their partnership for the continued peace, progress and development of Ayobo-Ipaja LCDA.
