*Ogunsanya Applauds Ekiti State Government for Honoring Late Alhaji Yakubu Oladoro Sanni*
In a heartfelt acknowledgment of the Ekiti State Government’s commendable act of recognizing the late Alhaji Yakubu Oladoro Sanni, a revered community leader and beacon of development, Mr. Lawrence Ogunsanya, Chairman of Ifedara LCDA, has expressed profound gratitude to Governor Buodun Oyebanji.
According to the Chairman, Alhaji Yakubu Oladoro Sanni, fondly remembered as one of the illustrious sons of Iworoko Ekiti, left an indelible mark on the landscape of the town and the state at large. His relentless efforts towards human capital development and the creation of opportunities for the people resonate deeply within Iworoko community and Ekiti state as a whole..
Ogunsanya emphasized the importance of immortalizing the late political luminary, highlighting his unwavering commitment to ensuring fair representation for the Muslim community in politics and public service. He noted that Alhaji Sanni’s legacy serves as a guiding light for Muslims in public office, inspiring them to emulate his noble ideals.
The recent attendance of Governor Oyebanji at the Ramadan Lecture organized by the National Council of Muslim Youth Organization of Nigeria (NACOMYO), Ekiti State Chapter, held at the Obafemi Awolowo Civic and Convention Center in Ado Ekiti, further underscored the government’s recognition of the late Alhaji Sanni’s significant contributions.
Governor Oyebanji, while acknowledging the invaluable role played by the late former Commissioner in the state’s development, reiterated his administration’s commitment to fostering an inclusive government reflective of the late political and religious leader’s vision. He pledged to allocate more appointments to Muslims, thus ensuring equity and political balance, and nurturing future political icons within the Muslim community.
The event, graced by dignitaries including the Secretary to the Ekiti State Government, Alhaja Habibat Adubiaro, witnessed the presence of Muslim clerics and faithful from across the nation, notably including Sheik Jamiu Kewulere Bello, President of the League of Imams and Alfas in the Southwest, Edo, and Delta.
Ogunsanya extended gratitude to the Muslim communities in the state for their unwavering commitment to honoring the late icon.
He pledged to continue championing the developmental aspirations of his locality, inspired by the zeal demonstrated by the founding fathers.
The recognition accorded to the late Alhaji Yakubu Oladoro Sanni stands as a testament to his enduring legacy, serving as a beacon of hope and inspiration for generations to come.