Solomon Adeola, the All Progressives Congress governorship candidate in Ogun State, has promised that his administration will prioritize infrastructure development if elected. He made this pledge at the inauguration of the Obafemi-Owode Local Government Area Zonal Community Development Committee town hall. Adeola, also known as Yayi, emphasized that urban and regional development is one of the nine pillars of his development agenda for Ogun State.
During the inauguration, Yayi donated N25m and 50 solar-powered streetlights to support infrastructure development in the area. He expressed his commitment to completing the Mowe Road project and urged residents of Obafemi Owode to convert their large voter population into votes. Yayi also appealed to community leaders to ensure that registered voters collect their Permanent Voter Cards.
The Zonal CDC chairman, Adeleke Gboyega, praised the construction of the town hall as a demonstration of leadership through character, commitment, and consistency. He highlighted the challenges faced during the construction, including land ownership issues, rising building material costs, and inadequate funds. Gboyega emphasized that the project's completion is a testament to effective leadership.
The Commissioner for Community Development and Cooperatives, Ademola Balogun, commended the committee for completing the project, describing it as evidence of the members' vision and commitment to communal development. Balogun noted that the multipurpose hall will provide a venue for community programs and social activities that can contribute to the economic development of the local government and beyond.
Yayi's nine pillars for development include urban and regional development, which he considers crucial for the state's growth. He emphasized that Obafemi Owode Local Government Area is important to his development agenda and pledged to give the necessary support to ensure the area's progress. The APC candidate also encouraged community leaders to mobilize voters to collect their PVCs.
The inauguration of the town hall marks a significant milestone in the development of Obafemi Owode Local Government Area. The project demonstrates the committee's commitment to communal development and provides a legacy building for community programs and social activities. Yayi's pledge to prioritize infrastructure development has been welcomed by residents, who are eager for progress in the area.
With the election approaching, Yayi's campaign is focusing on winning the support of Ogun State voters. His pledge to prioritize infrastructure development and his donation to the Obafemi Owode Local Government Area are seen as efforts to woo voters and demonstrate his commitment to the area's development.
Key points
- Yayi pledges to prioritize infrastructure development in Ogun State if elected.
- The APC candidate donates N25m and 50 solar-powered streetlights to Obafemi Owode Local Government Area.
- Yayi urges residents to convert their voter population into votes and collect their Permanent Voter Cards.
