Tensions brew within the corridors of Ikosi-Isheri Local Council Development Area (LCDA) under Kosofe Local Government as cabinet members, councilors, and management staff lament the stalling of their overseas training plans, contrasting sharply with the strides made by their counterparts in Agboyi Ketu LCDA, currently undergoing global training in the United Kingdom.
According to investigations by Kosofe Post, Ikosi-Isheri LCDA had initiated the process for global training as early as 2023, outpacing neighboring LCDA counterparts. However, the journey to international training has been fraught with delays and frustrations, leaving many stakeholders disheartened.
While some individuals have been left waiting indefinitely, discussions surrounding the stalled training have been whispered in hushed tones, with speculations rife about the underlying reasons behind the setbacks. Economic constraints have been cited as a contributing factor, although renewed hope emerged recently as the consultant overseeing the process made a third request for necessary documents.
Political observers keenly note the chairman’s preoccupation with her re-election campaign, potentially diverting attention away from the training agenda. With local governance activities expected to decelerate in the coming months as the focus shifts towards upcoming councillorship and chairmanship elections, concerns mount over the impact of delayed training on service delivery and governance efficiency.
This development stands in stark contrast to neighboring local governments like Agboyi Ketu LCDA, where public servants are currently benefiting from international training opportunities in Europe, aimed at enhancing skills and service delivery standards.