{"id":23148,"date":"2026-07-30T04:30:30","date_gmt":"2026-07-30T04:30:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thenewsnow.org\/?p=23148"},"modified":"2026-07-30T04:36:57","modified_gmt":"2026-07-30T04:36:57","slug":"orile-agege","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/thenewsnow.org\/index.php\/2026\/07\/30\/orile-agege\/","title":{"rendered":"ORILE-AGEGE LCDA MARKS ONE YEAR OF IMPACTFUL LEADERSHIP, EMPOWERS 400 RESIDENTS WITH \u20a640 MILLION"},"content":{"rendered":"

The Executive Chairman of Orile-Agege Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Hon. Akinola Abiodun Idowu has commemorated his first year in office with a celebration of impactful governance and the presentation of \u20a640 million in financial empowerment to 400 residents under the council’s monthly empowerment programme.<\/p>\n

Speaking at the anniversary celebration held at the Orile-Agege LCDA Secretariat, the Chairman expressed profound appreciation to the people of Orile-Agege for the confidence reposed in his administration over the past year. He reaffirmed his commitment to delivering people-centred governance, sustainable grassroots development and inclusive growth across the council area.<\/p>\n

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Hon. Idowu highlighted key achievements of his administration in the areas of infrastructure development, education, primary healthcare, environmental sanitation, youth and women empowerment, security and economic development. He noted that the milestones recorded within the first year were made possible through prudent management of resources, teamwork and the unwavering support of residents and stakeholders.<\/p>\n

The Chairman assured the people that his administration would continue to build on the progress already made by embarking on more developmental projects, expanding empowerment initiatives and strengthening social intervention programmes across the six wards of the LCDA.<\/p>\n

He also expressed gratitude to the Governor of Lagos State, members of the Lagos State House of Assembly, the Legislative Council, the management and staff of the council, party leaders, traditional rulers, community stakeholders and residents for their continuous support and cooperation, assuring them that his administration remains committed to ensuring that the dividends of democracy are felt in every part of Orile-Agege.<\/p>\n

Earlier in her welcome address, the Council Manager described the first year of the administration as one characterised by transparency, accountability and inclusive governance. She noted that while significant progress had been achieved within the first twelve months, the administration was well-positioned to consolidate on its achievements through the execution of more people-oriented projects in the years ahead.
\nThe highlight of the event was the presentation of \u20a6100,000 each to 400 beneficiaries, amounting to \u20a640 million, under the council’s monthly financial empowerment programme. The initiative is aimed at supporting petty traders, artisans, widows and unemployed youths, while promoting economic self-reliance and improving the livelihoods of residents.<\/p>\n

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In attrndance at event were the Vice Chairman of the Council, members of the Legislative Council, the management team, APC party chieftains, traditional rulers, community leaders, market leaders, youth and women groups, religious leaders, beneficiaries and members of the media, all of whom commended the administration’s commitment to grassroots development and inclusive governance.<\/p>\n

Courtesy
\nPublic Affairs Unit
\nOrile-Agege LCDA<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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