The Ogun State Governor, Senator Ibikunle Amosun has charged the Osobia of Makun-Omi, Oba Kazeem Adesina Salami of Arinlu Quarters, to see his appointment as a call to greater duty and responsibility by using his wealth of experience to serve his people.
Amosun gave the charge at the official installation and presentation of staff of office to the new Oba at Makun-Omi Park, Ogun Waterside Local Government Area of the State.
The Governor, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Mr. Kunle Osota, advised the new Monarch to contribute positively to the promotion of culture and welfare of the entire people, adding that his endorsement by the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, was an indication that he would live up to expectations by ensuring that the people in his domain enjoy the dividends of good governance.
"Today's ceremony is another demonstration of our administration's unrelenting determination and commitment to ensure that Ogun State takes its rightful position, as a reference in socio-economic development.
"We realise the fact that the traditional institution and its leadership must be properly positioned, as they serve as a bridge between government and the people at the grassroots. This is why we ensure that prompt action is taken whenever a vacuum exist’’, Amosun remarked.
He therefore called on sons and daughters of Makun-Omi to rally round the new Kabiyesi in order to ensure that peace and orderliness reign in the area, thanking the people for their support in realisation of the "Mission to Rebuild" the State, as the administration winds down in few days.
In his remarks, the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, Oba Sikiru Adetona, represented by the Dagunrewe of Idowa, Oba Yinusa Adekoya, appreciated royal fathers from Ogun Waterside, for their support, adding that their cooperation with Ijebu Traditional Council had helped in fostering unity and socio-economic development of Ijebuland and its environ.
In his acceptance speech, Oba Salami appreciated the State government for approving his nomination, pledging that he would use his position to harness the abundant human and material resources of Makun-Omi, for the socio-economic and political development of the town.
He also urged the indegenes of the community, home and abroad, as well as associates and other well wishers to join hands with him to ensure rapid development of the area.
Earlier in his welcome address, the Chairman, Ogun Waterside East Local Council Development Area, Alhaji Musa Abajo, appreciated the Governor for fulfilling his electioneering promises despite paucity of funds, affirming that the community had witnessed all round development during his tenure.
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