Olusi names council secretariat in Oba Akiolu’s honour

August 27, 2025 by Our Reporter

• By Busola Akinyoade  

In a major infrastructural milestone for Lagos Island, the former Chairman of Lagos Island Local Government, Adetoyese Tijani Olusi, has opened an administrative building in honour of the Oba of Lagos, Oba Rilwan Akiolu.

The event, held at the council secretariat, drew political leaders, traditional rulers, market leaders, and party faithful from across the state. The edifice was described as a legacy project marking the peak of Olusi’s two-term administration.

“I warmly welcome you all to this auspicious occasion — the official commissioning of the administrative building,” Olusi said in his address. “The journey of this administration began eight years ago. Today, by the special grace of God Almighty, this vision has become a reality.”

Olusi noted that he had made it a priority to consolidate his administration’s developmental efforts with the construction of a befitting council secretariat before the end of his tenure. According to him, the project reflects the government’s commitment to human and social development within Lagos Island.

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He added that naming the structure after the revered monarch, Oba Akiolu was a deliberate act of recognition for the king’s enduring contribution to peace, stability, and political growth in Lagos State.

“Oba Rilwan Akiolu is a royal father whose impact on Lagos Island is unmatched. This building is a landmark to honour and immortalise his name,” Olusi said.

Also speaking at the event, the Deputy Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Lagos State, Moshood Mayegun, commended Olusi for his developmental strides and addressed party members on the need for sustained political engagement ahead of the 2027 general elections. “This is a laudable achievement. The leadership before him has done well, and he has built on that foundation,” Mayegun said.

He praised the resilience of party supporters during the last local government elections and urged them to remain steadfast ahead of future polls.

“There is no doubt that the person who takes the mantle after our brother will continue the struggle for victory in 2027,” he added. “It is mandatory for us to win Lagos and to win the presidential election.”

Mayegun also highlighted the importance of continuous voter registration and mobilisation, pointing out that the APC-led federal administration had significantly increased local government allocations, enabling impactful projects like the one being commissioned. “Without our president, we wouldn’t have this level of support. With more funds available, we’re seeing the execution of meaningful projects. Come 2027, we appeal to everyone: go out and vote for our candidate,” he concluded.

The event was attended by traditional leaders, council officials, religious leaders, and community stakeholders who described the development as a new chapter in the council’s administrative excellence.