AKOD WINS EKO MI AWARD, DEDICATES HONOUR TO LATE KEMI NELSON, IKEJA RESIDENTS
By Aishat Momoh
The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), has been honoured with the prestigious Eko Mi Award in recognition of his exemplary leadership and outstanding performance in office.
The award was presented at a ceremony held at the MUSON Centre, Lagos, where individuals who have made significant contributions to the development of Lagos State were recognised.
Among other recipients of the award were Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Edo State Governor Senator Monday Okpebholo, the member representing Ikeja Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. James Faleke, the Elegushi of Ikate Kingdom, Oba Saheed Ademola Elegushi, former member of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Hon. Segun Olulade (Eleniyan), and the Chairman of Ikosi-Isheri LCDA, Princess Samiat Abimbola Bada, among others.
Speaking after receiving the award, Dauda expressed appreciation to the organisers for recognising the achievements of his administration barely one year after he assumed office.
He described the recognition as an encouragement to remain committed to delivering quality governance and improved services to residents of Ikeja.
The council chairman dedicated the award to the people of Ikeja Local Government, as well as the management, staff and political leadership of the council, for their support and commitment to the administration's vision.
Dauda also paid tribute to his late political mentor, Chief Mrs. Kemi Nelson (Yeyesewa), saying her legacy of service and leadership continues to inspire his approach to governance.
According to him, the honour reinforces his administration's resolve to sustain developmental projects and initiatives aimed at improving the welfare of residents and advancing the growth of Ikeja Local Government.
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