BY AHMED AKANBI
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has received the Onise of Ise, His Royal Majesty Oba Ibrahim Adebowale Saliu, Okuoye VII, tasking him to sustain peace and responsible leadership in Ibeju-Lekki.
The meeting held at the State House, Alausa, where Oba Saliu led the Onise-in-Council on a private audience with the governor.
Sanwo-Olu commended the people of Ise and the entire Ibeju-Lekki corridor for their peaceful conduct and support for government initiatives.
He offered prayers for the monarch’s reign and urged the palace to remain a peaceful anchor as major investments expand in the axis.
His counsel centred on sustainable grassroots governance, peaceful coexistence and collaboration between traditional institutions and government to enable development thrive.
Oba Saliu pledged commitment to protecting peace, security and investment in Ise and to supporting the state’s T.H.E.M.E.S+ Agenda.
”As a traditional ruler and Chartered Accountant, I understand responsible leadership and accountability. Development can only thrive in an atmosphere of peace,” he said.
He listed the Lekki Free Zone, Lekki Deep Sea Port, Dangote Refinery and Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway as multi-billion dollar projects hosted by Ise with implications for Lagos and Nigeria.
”These investments present enormous opportunities but also responsibilities. As host community, we must provide the secure environment for businesses to thrive,” he said.
The monarch presented a Letter of Appreciation to Sanwo-Olu for his support during his appointment and presentation of Staff of Office.
He recalled the contributions of late Onise, Oba Ganiu Adegbesan, greeted First Lady, Dr Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu, and prayed for peaceful elections in Lagos.