Investiture recognises contributions to grassroots governance and public administration
The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), has been inducted as a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Local Government and Public Administration of Nigeria (CILGPAN) in recognition of his contributions to grassroots governance and public administration.
The investiture ceremony, held on Tuesday at the Conference Hall of Ikeja Local Government, was conducted by the Registrar of the Institute, Dr Uche Okereke, with top management staff and council executives in attendance.
Also inducted as a Fellow was the Council’s Director of Administration and Human Resources, Comrade Jubril Olusegun Aliu.
Dauda’s elevation to the prestigious fellowship reflects his record of service and commitment to strengthening local government administration and promoting good governance at the grassroots.
Speaking after the investiture, the Ikeja council chairman expressed appreciation to the Institute’s management for its leadership and stewardship over the years, describing the honour as a significant milestone in his professional journey.
“I feel greatly honoured to be inducted into the Fellowship of the Chartered Institute of Local Government and Public Administration of Nigeria,” he said.
He pledged to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and leadership while using the platform to inspire and mentor others in the field of public administration.
“As a Fellow, I pledge to uphold the highest standards of professionalism and leadership while leveraging this platform to inspire and mentor others in the field.
“Together, we shall strive to maintain a productive culture of corporate administration. Although Ikeja Local Government has been known for great administrative strides, this fellowship will impact it more positively,” Dauda stated.
The induction marks another milestone for the Ikeja Local Government administration, reinforcing its commitment to professional development, institutional excellence and effective service delivery at the grassroots.
