Kwara gov swears in elected LG chairmen, others

Kwara State Governor Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq on Monday swore in the newly elected chairpersons and vice chairpersons of the 16 local government areas, stressing the need for prudent governance and community collaboration.

The officials were elected in local government elections held on Saturday by the Kwara State Independent Electoral Commission (KWIEC).

During the oath-taking ceremony at the Government House in Ilorin, Governor Abdulrazaq congratulated the new council leaders, their families, and all stakeholders involved in their election.

He urged them to “be prudent with power and work with the people” in the interest of all and encouraged them to “set realistic goals for yourself. Be conscious of your legacies. Be fair to everyone and yourself. Attend to the needs of the people, and be open to positive engagements across the board.”

The governor also acknowledged the current economic challenges facing the country, urging the officials to remain sensitive to the needs of their constituents: “Our country is in a transitional phase as our economy undergoes reforms. This has brought some inconveniences for the people. Please be sensitive to the realities of the time. Don’t indulge yourselves while the people struggle to meet basic needs.”

He noted the importance of local government as the first layer of governance, encouraging creativity and cooperation among officials for greater achievements.

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“Importantly, please prove to the people that you truly deserve to occupy this esteemed office. I wish you all the best, ladies and gentlemen,” he added.

In a statement, party chairman Sunday Fagbemi praised the citizens for their support and lauded the governor for his commitment to public service.

“This is a great moment. We have just cemented the foundation laid for the good of Kwara. We are thankful to the Kwarans for their support. The agenda is to develop Kwara and take the state to the next level,” he said.

Majeed Podo, the chairman of the Ilorin South Local Government Council, spoke on behalf of his colleagues, pledging to work diligently for the welfare of their communities.