The Executive Chairman of Ibadan Northwest Local Government, Alh AbdulRahman Olanrewaju Adepoju has reiterated his dedication to community engagement and responsiveness to residents’ needs.
He made the statements during his visit to the collapsed building site in Dugbe area, Ibadan, Oyo State.
According to the Council Boss the visit was to demonstrate his commitment to the welfare and safety of residents of Ibadan Northwest Local Government and environs. The Council Boss further expressed his sympathy to the affected traders and occupants of the building adding that he showed empathy and concern for their well-being.
Alh Adepoju maintained that the visit will ensure the Local Government in collaboration with the state government to assess the situation of the incident, identify potential causes and areas for improvement to prevent similar incidents in the future.
Meanwhile, the Chairman has implored
contractors handling building projects to be conscious of their work by using durable and original materials for effective productivity. He added that the incident may prompt the Council to review and enhance building safety regulations and enforcement.
However, the Executive Chairman affirmed that the present administration under the leadership of His Excellency Engr Oluwaseyi Abiodun Makinde is never out to witch-hunt anyone, rather to ensure a secure and conducive environment for all residents of the state.
On the Chairman’s entourage to the scene of the incident were the leader of the house, Hon Gbemileke Nelson, Chief of staff, Hon Kazeem Fantola, Councillors and Supervisory Councillors.
Others were Heads of Departments led by the Head of the Local government Administration Mrs Rachael Olabode.
E- signed
Ramat Alade
Head of Information Unit
Ibadan Northwest LG
Onireke.
