The Deputy Governorship Candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party in Ogun State, Hajia Yemi Sowunmi-Kolapo, recently organized a grand retirement reception in honor of a retired Deputy Superintendent of Traffic, Anifat Abiodun Bello. The event took place in Obantoko, Abeokuta, and was attended by various dignitaries, including the wife of the Ogun governorship candidate, Yeye Adenike Adebutu, and Ogun PDP Chairman, Dr. Abayomi Tella. During the ceremony, Sowunmi-Kolapo commended Bello for her professionalism, discipline, and dedication to traffic management during her years of service with the Ogun State Police Command.
Sowunmi-Kolapo described Bello's commitment to duty as "infectious" and worthy of emulation. She presented a cheque of N500,000 to the retired traffic officer as a token of appreciation for her service. The PDP deputy governorship candidate assured workers in Ogun State that they would be rewarded with better welfare packages once the government of Hon. Oladipupo Adebutu comes into power. She emphasized that hard work would pay off and that civil servants would no longer suffer as they had in the past eight years.
Other dignitaries at the reception ceremony paid glowing tributes to Bello, appreciating her diligent service. Yeye Adenike Adebutu announced another N500,000 cash support for Bello, stating that she would be part of the Adebutu administration once he is voted into power in 2027. Adebutu's wife praised Bello for her selfless service and commended Sowunmi-Kolapo for organizing the reception ceremony.
Ogun PDP Chairman, Abayomi Tella, also spoke at the event, saying that Bello's selflessness and passion for other people were commendable and should be emulated by all. He thanked Sowunmi-Kolapo for celebrating the retired officer and prayed for God's blessings upon her. Alhaji Semiu Sodipo, Ogun PDP Secretary, highlighted Bello's unique attributes, including her ever-smiling posture, diligence, and refusal to take bribes.
The family members of the retired officer, including her younger brother, Nunasu Jacob, and daughter, Dorcas Olusegun, expressed their gratitude to Sowunmi-Kolapo for organizing the reception ceremony. They commended Mrs. Adenike Adebutu for her kind gesture and thanked others for celebrating and supporting hard work, dedication, and service.
Bello, in her vote of thanks, commended Sowunmi-Kolapo for the thoughtfulness and generosity. She prayed for God's blessings upon her and others who had celebrated her. The retired traffic warden also used the opportunity to advocate for diligence among all categories of workers, emphasizing that everyone should do their job well and that hard work pays.
The reception ceremony was a testament to Bello's dedication and service to the Nigeria Police Force. The event showcased the appreciation of the PDP leaders in Ogun State for her selfless service and commitment to duty. Key points from the event include Sowunmi-Kolapo's pledge to prioritize workers' welfare, Bello's unique attributes as a public servant, and the recognition of her hard work by various dignitaries.
Key points
- Ogun PDP deputy governorship candidate honors retired traffic warden for her selfless service.
- Sowunmi-Kolapo pledges to prioritize workers' welfare once Adebutu's government comes into power.
- Bello's dedication and commitment to duty serve as an example for other public servants.
