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In a show of gratitude and solidarity, the lawmaker representing Oyo South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Senator Sharafadeen Alli has embarked on a visit to traditional rulers and political leaders in Ibarapa zone.
The visit, according to a statement signed by the lawmaker’s Special Adviser on Media, Mr Akeem Abas, provided an opportunity for the Alli to express his gratitude for the support he received from the royal fathers in the last election.
The Senator’s visit was attended by notable traditional rulers in Ibarap aland, including Olu of Igbo-Ora, Oba Titiloye Jimoh; Onidere of Idere, Oba Aderoju Kingsley; Olu-Aso of Iberekodo, Oba Adedamola Badmus, and Asigangan of Igangan, Oba Rafiu Ariwoola.
Others are Asawo of Ayete, Oba Okeniyi Ewuola; Elenpe of Tapa, Oba Sunday Oyekanmi; Onilala of Lanlate, Oba Sunday Oladejo; Onisagan of Sagaun, Oba Fasasi Jinadu; representative of Eleruwa of Eruwa, Oba Olayide Ojedapo and hosts of others.
“Senator Alli’s dedication and tireless efforts serve as a shining example of effective representation and the invaluable role of traditional institutions in the progress of our society,” Abas said.
At the palace of Olu of Igboora, Senator Alli reaffirmed his commitment to the traditional institution, citing his role as a senior traditional chief and Maye Balogun of Ibadan land.
The Senator said he deeply understood and appreciated the value of the traditional institution and vowed to do everything within his power to support the elevation of these revered leaders.
He reiterated his appreciation for their unwavering support, assuring traditional rulers in Ibarapa land that they would always get their fair share of benefits and opportunities that comes his way.
The lawmaker shared promising news regarding the infrastructural development of the zone, adding he was working to ensure the completion of the power line running through Ibarapa land.
Alli expressed determination to collaborate with Federal Ministry of Works and the Hon. Minister of Works in reviving the abandoned Badagry/Sokoto expressway, pledging his continued commitment to the district’s development.
Chief Akinyemi Akinlabi, a former Chairman of Ibarapa Central Local Government and Olukotun of Iberekodo, had earlier commended Senator Alli for his unwavering dedication to the welfare of Ibarapaland.
Akinlabi said that no Senator has ever accorded Ibarapa such immense attention, expressing confidence in the Alli’s continued commitment to the development of the district.
Other former local government chairmen as such Hon. Sarafa Olaoniye, Hon. Gbenleke Olawoore, Hon. Iliasu Shittu, and Hon. Rafiu Adeleke, lauded the Senator for his efforts.
Also present at the meeting are some APC party chairmen and leaders in Ibarapa land, including Chief S. O. Olawuwo, Pa Michael Gbenro, Hon Stephen Ojelere, Pa Samuel Ojewola, and Mr. Adisa Akintola.
“Their presence exemplified the united front, leaving no doubt about the collective dedication to the progress and betterment of Ibarapaland,” the statement said.
The Senator’s entourage also visited two APC leaders in Ibarapa land, Pa Timothy Jolaoso (in Ibarapa East) and Alhaji Olayide Abas (in Ibarapa Central), who both lauded the Alli’s achievements in the last six months.