LET THERE BE LIGHT: OGUNDEJI DISTRIBUTES SOLAR STREET LIGHTS TO WARDS ACROSS IBADAN SOUTH LCDA
The Political Head-Administrator of Ibadan South LCDA.Hon Teslim Adekunle Ogundeji on Wednesday, 7th May, 2026, distributed solar street lights to some wards across the LCDA as part of efforts to illuminate communities, improve security and make the environment more habitable for residents.
Speaking during the distribution exercise, Hon. Ogundeji Teslim stated that the initiative was aimed at ensuring that people at the grassroots continue to enjoy the dividends of democracy through impactful and people-oriented projects.
The Council Boss urged the beneficiaries to make judicious use of the solar street lights by installing them at strategic locations where they would effectively serve members of their respective communities.
He also commended the people for their unwavering love, support and cooperation towards the present administration of the Oyo State Government under the leadership of His Excellency, Engineer Seyi Makinde, while soliciting for continuous support and collaboration for the progress of the LCDA.
Beneficiaries of the gesture include Ward 4, Ward 6, Ward 11 and Yejide Youth Forum.
In their separate responses, the beneficiaries expressed appreciation to the Political Head for the kind gesture, describing the initiative as timely and impactful. They equally pledged their continued loyalty, cooperation and support for the administration within the LCDA.
Among dignitaries present at the event were the Secretary to the LCDA, Hon.Mrs. Bose Akanni; Councillors representing the beneficiary wards; the Acting Head of Local Government Administration,Alhaja Dr. Mrs. Rashidat Olanrewaju,the Acting Director of Finance, Mr. Rufus Babalola among others.
Signed:
Adisa Gafar
Ag. Information Officer
Ibadan South Local Council Development Area