The Chairman of Ijero Local Government Area of Ekiti State, Hon. (Chief) Julius Abayomi Folowosele, has congratulated the government and people of the state on the 30th anniversary of its creation, describing the milestone as a celebration of resilience, unity and remarkable progress.
Folowosele, in a goodwill message marking the anniversary, commended the founding fathers of Ekiti State for their vision, courage and sacrifices in the struggle that culminated in the creation of the state on October 1, 1996.
He said the creation of Ekiti State had provided a platform for the people to pursue their collective aspirations while opening new opportunities for socio-economic, infrastructural and human capital development.
The Ijero Council boss also acknowledged the contributions of successive administrations, traditional institutions, community leaders and citizens to the growth and development of the state over the past three decades.
According to him, the 30th anniversary is not only an occasion to celebrate the achievements recorded so far, but also an opportunity for the people to reflect on the challenges ahead and renew their commitment to building a more prosperous and developed Ekiti.
Folowosele called on Ekiti people, particularly the younger generation, to sustain the values of hard work, integrity, unity and service to humanity, noting that the future of the state depends largely on the collective efforts of its citizens.
He commended Governor Biodun Oyebanji for his administration’s efforts towards inclusive development, grassroots transformation and improved welfare of the people, urging continued collaboration between the government and citizens.
While paying tribute to the founding fathers and other patriots whose efforts contributed to the creation of the state, the Ijero Local Government Chairman said their sacrifices would continue to serve as an inspiration to present and future generations.
He prayed for continued peace, unity and prosperity in Ekiti State, expressing optimism that the state would attain greater heights in the years ahead.
