LGs can drive real change —Delta gov

THE incumbent administration of Bomadi local government council in Delta State, on Thursday, capped the celebration marking its one year in office with the commissioning of multiple projects by the state governor, Honourable Sheriff Oborevwori.

Speaking at the occasion, the governor observed that with the number of projects commissioned, it was evident that local government councils “can drive real change when leaders are focused and committed.”

Among the projets executed by the council include renovation of the chairman’s lodge, construction of residential building for vice chairman, construction of Deaconess Tobore Oborevwori Event Centre, connection of Bomadi to the National Grid, construction of residential building for high court judge and construction of concrete pavement with two-sided drainage.

There are also ongoing projects to include staff quarters, more pavements and an Internal Audit Block as well as the launching of Bomadi Elderly Women Empowerment Programme (BEWEP), showing care for the vulnerable.

Represented at the occasion by his deputy, Sir Monday Onyeme, the governor commended the chairman of the council, Hon. Dagidi Andaye, for executing the projects.

He asserted, “My administration will continue to support local governments to bring real benefits to our people.

“Let us move forward with hope, the projects we commissioned today are signs of progress and a better future and they are important projects completed by the Hon. Dagidi Andaye-led administration in Bomadi.

“These projects show his clear focus on service, unity and development, values that align with our MORE Agenda.

“Hon. Andaye began his journey with humility and a deep desire to serve. Before assuming office, he used 50 million of his personal funds to fix the Bomadi-Ohoro Road, a true example of selfless leadership.

“I encourage the people of Bomadi to keep supporting Hon. Andaye because these successes are team efforts and evidence of what unity can achieve.

“Hon. Andaye, I say well done, keep serving with humility and stay connected to the people.”

Hon. Andaye had, in an address, thanked Governor Oborevwori for “his visionary leadership and unwavering support.

“Our governor’s commitment to Bomadi’s development is evident in the numerous projects and appointments given to sons and daughters of Bomadi and we are also grateful for the Bomadi/Ohoro road project which has improved accessibility and connectivity in our local government area,” Andaye said.

The event was witnessed by Prof. Sam Oyovbaire, Sen. Abdul Ningi, Sen. Emmanuel Aguariavwado, Sen. James Manager, Commissioners, Rt. Hon. Funkekeme Solomon, Sir Ifeanyi Osakwe, Mrs Lyna Ochulor, local government chairmen, traditional rulers, among other personalities.

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