The Ona Ara Local Government Secretariat was filled with excitement yesterday as prominent dignitaries, led by Governor Seyi Makinde, graced the 100 Days in Office celebration of the Local Government Chairman, Dr. Temitope Kolapo GLORIOUS. The event, marked by a series of project commissioning, was a testament to the progress and achievements of Dr. Glorious’ administration in just a short time.
In a statement signed by the Press Secretary to the Ona Ara Local Government Chairman, Mr. Rahmon Alawode, and made available to newsmen, the event was described as “a carnival-like celebration.” Governor Seyi Makinde was represented by the Honourable Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Ademola Ojo, who in turn was ably represented by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Mr. Akinropo.
Among the distinguished guests were Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, the Jagunmolu Olubadan of Ibadanland, who served as the chairman of the occasion and commissioned the renovated main entrance of the Local Government Secretariat while Governor Seyi Makinde who was represented by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Local Government, Mr. Ajagbe commissioned the newly rebuilt reception. Also in attendance was the Association of Local Government of Nigeria (ALGON) Chairman, Hon. Sikiru Sanda, and the Director General of the Oyo State Liaison Office in Lagos and Abuja, Hon. Chief (Dr.) Ezekiel Temitope Oladimeji OTOPE.
Other dignitaries who attended the event included: SSA to Governor on SDG, Hon. Mufutau Ogunremi, Hon. Windapo Oluwole, Vice Chairman and Political Head of INUKAN LCDA, Hon. Abolade Yerima, Leader of the Ona Ara Legislative Arm, Chief Emmanuel Ogunnaike (MFR), Chairman of FOL-HOPE Nigeria Limited and the first entrepreneur in Ona Ara, Hon. Mosobalaje Bakare, PDP Chairman of Ona Ara Local Government, Chief Waheed Ajao Adurodekun, PDP Leader, Supervisory Councillors, Special Assistants, and other political functionaries
The traditional rulers were led by the Oniladuntan of Laduntan, HRH (Oba) Adebowale Kamorudeen JP, and included the Alajia of Ajia, HRH (Oba) Engr Nureni Yusuf; Ololosunde of Olosunde, HRH (Oba) Muili Mosaderin; and Alakanran of Akanran, HRH (Oba) Yekini Obisesan. Baálé Kure represented the Baales, accompanied by other traditional leaders.
Market traders were also present, led by Alhaja Saratu Aduke, the CAN Chairman , Representative of League of Imam among other dignitaries.
The event marked a significant milestone in the administration of Dr. Temitope Kolapo GLORIOUS, showcasing the commitment to delivering on his campaign promises. The projects commissioned are expected to have a lasting positive impact on the people of Ona Ara Local Government.
