By Tope Obembe
The Executive Chairman of Irewolede Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. (Mrs.) Dupe Bakare, has congratulated the Executive Governor of Ekiti State, His Excellency, Mr. Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, the Government and people of Ekiti State on the occasion of the 30th anniversary of the creation of the state.
In her goodwill message, Hon. Bakare described the anniversary as a significant milestone in Ekiti’s journey of growth, unity, resilience and development, noting that the occasion provides an opportunity to celebrate the achievements recorded over the past three decades and renew commitment to building a more peaceful and prosperous state.
She commended Governor Oyebanji for his administration’s efforts towards infrastructure development, grassroots transformation, human capital development and the welfare of the people, while acknowledging the contributions of successive administrations, traditional rulers, public servants, community leaders and citizens to the growth of Ekiti State.
The Chairman stressed that sustainable development requires the collective efforts of government and the people, urging Ekiti citizens to continue supporting initiatives that promote peace, security, unity and economic development.
Hon. Bakare also expressed her appreciation to the six communities that make up Irewolede LCDA for their continued cooperation and support for the administration’s development efforts.
She particularly commended the traditional rulers, community leaders, religious bodies, youth and women groups, artisans, traders and other stakeholders for their contributions to maintaining peace and creating an enabling environment for development across the council.
“I sincerely appreciate the traditional rulers, community leaders and the entire residents for their continuous support, cooperation and understanding. Your contributions to the peace and development of Irewolede LCDA are highly valued. Together, we can achieve greater development for our people,” she said.
She called for continued unity and cooperation between the council and the residents, stressing that the progress of Irewolede depends on the collective commitment of all stakeholders.
Hon. Bakare further urged Ekiti citizens at home and in the diaspora to use the 30th anniversary to celebrate the state’s achievements and recommit themselves to building a greater Ekiti State.
She prayed for continued wisdom and success for Governor Oyebanji and his administration, as well as peace, prosperity and sustainable development for Ekiti State.
“On behalf of the Management and good people of Irewolede LCDA, I congratulate His Excellency, Governor Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, the Government and the entire people of Ekiti State on this historic 30th anniversary. May Ekiti State continue to grow from strength to strength, and may the residents of Irewolede LCDA continue to enjoy peace and development.”
