The Lagos State Commissioner for Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, Mr. Bolaji Kayode Robert (Bibiire) has expressed shock and sadness over the demise of the Executive Chairman, Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area Hon. Dotun Olakanle.
Olakanle passed on after a brief illness in the early hours of Saturday 2nd November, 2024.
The Honourable Commissioner, while commiserating with the family and loved ones, said that the chairman was a humanist and a leader dedicated to development of his council after assuming office.
Robert stated this through the Permanent Secretary for the Ministry, Mrs. Kikelomo Bolarinwa, who led the delegation of State Government officials on a condolence visit to the family of the deceased Chairman.
According to him “We loss a gem, an extraordinary Chairman who has dedicated his life to the development of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area and by extension, Lagos State”.
During the visit, the commissioner further prayed for the repose of his soul and that God Almighty comfort the wife, family, friends and the people of Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area.
The Permanent Secretary was accompanied by the Director Local Government Administration Department and they were received by APC Chairperson, Onigbongbo Local Council Development Area Alhaja Iyabo Aminat Akerele and top Council officials of Onigbongbo LCDA.
