By Seun Ibiyemi
The Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), yesterday hosted an Interfaith Breaking of Fast at the Marriage Registry Hall, Ikeja Local Government Secretariat, bringing together community leaders, religious groups, and key stakeholders in a celebration of unity and cooperation.
The event, marking the second edition of its kind during Ramadan and Lent, featured the participation of leaders from the Ikeja chapter of the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW), led by Chief Mobolaji Ganiyu, popularly known as Soku Sembe, as well as traditional rulers including the Regent of Ikeja, High Chief Isiaka Apena; the Baale of Alausa, Chief Toyin Mufutau Badmus; and the Baale of Anifowoshe, Chief Semiu.
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Chairman AKOD, in his remarks, praised attendees for honoring the invitation and highlighted the initiative’s goal of fostering peace, unity, and development in Ikeja.
He expressed gratitude to traditional rulers for their guidance and prayers and commended NURTW members for their commitment to improving traffic management across the local government area.
The occasion was also attended by Vice Chairman Hon. Abisola Omisore, Ikeja Legislative Council Leader Hon. Rasheed Ogunseye, councillors from Wards B to F, the Secretary to the Local Government Prince Yinka Illo, and several political and community leaders from Ikeja, Ojodu, and Onigbongbo.
The program concluded with the symbolic breaking of fast, collective prayers for peace, and renewed commitments from stakeholders to drive the continued growth and progress of the Ikeja community.
“God Bless Ikeja. Better Days are Here,” read a statement from the Chairman’s office.
