Emmanuel lkpeama
The Ikeja Local Government Chairman, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), hosted an interfaith breaking of fast at the Marriage Registry Hall, promoting unity and peace in Ikeja.
The event which was the second of its kind during the sacred period of Ramadan and Lent, brought together stakeholders, including NURTW leaders, traditional rulers, and government officials.
In his remarks,Comrade AKOD emphasized the initiative’s goal of fostering unity and progress within the Ikeja community while strengthening engagement with key stakeholders.
He thanked the attendees for their support particularly the traditional rulers for their continued cooperation, support, and prayers for the growth and development of Ikeja.
The Chairman also commended members of the NURTW for their conduct within the local government and encouraged them to sustain their efforts towards ensuring smoother traffic management across the council area.
Investigator news reports that the event was graced by the Vice Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Hon. Abisola Omisore; the Leader of the Ikeja Legislative Council, Hon. Rasheed Ogunseye; councillors from Wards B to F; the Secretary to the Local Government, Prince Yinka Illo; political leaders from Ikeja, Ojodu, and Onigbongbo;
Others are APC Chairman, Ikeja Local Government, Hon. Adetoro Adebowale; the APC Chairperson in Ojodu, Alhaja Olusola Kokumo; Hon. Yomi Balogun; Olori Lola Bashorun; Alhaji Kehinde Onifade; Dr. Bayo Ayo; and Barr. Ajala Ganiyu Olawale (A.G.O),leaders of the Ikeja chapter of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) led by Chief Mobolaji Ganiyu, popularly known as Soku Sembe among other notable personalities.
The event concluded with the symbolic breaking of fast, prayers for peace and continued progress in Ikeja, and renewed commitments by stakeholders to work collectively for the development of the community.
