Abiodun Assures Ogun Residents of LG Autonomy

By Oluchi Chibuzor Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has assured the people of the state that his administration will continue to respect the autonomy of the local government and give them t…

Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun has assured the people of the state that his administration will continue to respect the autonomy of the local government and give them the necessary support to carry out their constitutional responsibilities as the third tier of government.

“We will respect the autonomy of the local government. They are the third tiers of government. Much closer to the people. Our administration will give all the necessary support to them to ensure that they carry out their constitutional responsibilities in line with the resolutions of the Southern Governors Forum”, he noted.

He said his administration view the election as a referendum of acceptability, performance as well as a means to enable the people see how methodical, focused and responsible his government has been in meeting the people’s needs, adding that he has kept faith with by fulfilling his promises.

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