By Adekunle Oluwafunmilayo
Traditional rulers and key stakeholders from Ijebu Igbo on Wednesday held a high-level meeting with Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, to address critical development and political issues affecting the community.
The delegation was led by the Orimolusi of Ijebu Igbo, Oba Jaiyeoba Adebajo Ojuromi VI, and included notable monarchs such as Oba Sopenlukale, Oba Olokine, Oba Onimope, and Oba Abijaparako. Also present was former lawmaker, Lekan Mustapha, alongside other prominent stakeholders.
At the meeting, the leaders outlined pressing challenges confronting Ijebu Igbo, particularly in the areas of infrastructure and public utilities. They called for urgent intervention in road rehabilitation, installation of transformers, and provision of other essential amenities to boost economic activities and improve residents’ living standards.
The discussion also focused on political concerns, with stakeholders advocating for greater inclusiveness and stronger representation of the community in state governance and decision-making processes.
In his response, Governor Abiodun acknowledged the issues raised and reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to balanced and inclusive development across Ogun State. He assured the delegation that ongoing and future projects would be tailored to meet the specific needs of communities like Ijebu Igbo.
The meeting is widely regarded as a strategic move to strengthen collaboration between traditional institutions and the state government, with expectations that it will translate into tangible development outcomes for the people of Ijebu Igbo.
