Alli visits Ibarapaland, expresses gratitude to traditional rulers, political leaders 

Senator Sharafadeen Alli (APC-Oyo South), has in a display of gratitude and solidarity, embarked on visits to traditional rulers and political leaders in Ibarapa zone.

The Special Adviser on Media to Alli, Mr. Akeem Abas, made the disclosure in a statement issued on Friday in Ibadan.

According to him, the visits perfectly timed during the festive season provided an opportunity for the Senator to express his gratitude for the support he received from the royal fathers during the last election.

Present during the visits include notable traditional rulers in Ibarapaland such as the Olu of Igbo-ora, Oba Titiloye Jimoh; Onidere of Idere, Oba Aderoju Kingsley; Olu-Aso of Iberekodo, Oba Adedamola Badmus and Asigangan of Igangan, Oba Rafiu Ariwoola.

Others are Asawo of Ayete, Oba Okeniyi Ewuola; Elenpe of Tapa, Oba Sunday Oyekanmi; Onilala of Lanlate, Oba Sunday Oladejo; Onisagan of Sagaun, Oba Fasasi Jinadu; Eleruwa of Eruwa representative, Oba Olayide Ojedapo, and hosts of others.

Alli’s dedication and tireless efforts served as a shining example of effective representation and the invaluable role of traditional institutions in the progress of our society.

At the Olu of Igboora palace, Senator Alli reaffirmed his commitment to the traditional institution, citing his role as a fellow senior traditional chief and Maye Balogun of Ibadanland.

Alli said he deeply understood and appreciated the value of the traditional institution and vowed to do everything within his power to support the elevation of these revered royal fathers.

He reiterated his appreciation for their unwavering support, assuring traditional rulers of Ibarapaland that they would always get their fair share of any benefits or offices that come his way.

The lawmaker shared promising news regarding the infrastructural development of Ibarapaland, stating that he is working to ensure the completion of the power line running through Ibarapaland.

Alli expressed determination to collaborate with Federal Ministry of Works and the Minister of Works in reviving the abandoned Badagry/Sokoto expressway, pledging his continued commitment to the district’s development.

Earlier, Chief Akinyemi Akinlabi, a former Chairman of Ibarapa Central Local Government and Olukotun of Iberekodo, lauded Senator Alli for his unwavering dedication to the welfare of Ibarapaland.

Akinlabi said no previous Senator has ever accorded Ibarapa such immense attention, expressing  confidence in the his continued commitment to the development of the district.

Other former local government chairmen, namely Hon. Sarafa Olaoniye, Hon. Gbenleke Olawoore, Hon. Iliasu Shittu, and Hon. Rafiu Adeleke, similarly commended the Senator for his efforts.

Also present during the visits are some APC party chairmen and leaders in Ibarapaland, including Chief S. O. Olawuwo, Pa Michael Gbenro, Hon Stephen Ojelere, Pa Samuel Ojewola, and Mr. Adisa Akintola.

Their presence exemplified a front, leaving no doubt about the collective dedication to the progress and betterment of Ibarapaland.

Meanwhile, the entourage of the Senator also visited two APC leaders in Ibarapa land, namely Pa Timothy Jolaoso (in Ibarapa East) and Alhaji Olayide Abas (in Ibarapa Central), who both lauded the his achievements in the last six months.