By Bilesanmi Abayomi
Ikosi-Isheri Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has taken a bold step in human capacity development by sponsoring councilors and executive cabinet members for international training in the United Kingdom. The initiative, aimed at enhancing service delivery and governance at the grassroots level, has sparked mixed reactions from the community and political stakeholders.
This international exposure is expected to equip participants with best practices in governance, positioning them to better serve the Ikosi-Isheri community. However, for many councilors and executives in Kosofe Federal Constituency, such growth often ends with the expiration of their tenure. The training, therefore, provides an opportunity for participants to not only elevate their skills but also improve their future prospects, particularly if they face political setbacks in subsequent elections.
The story of Taiwo Owolabi, a former Leader in Council of Ikosi-Isheri, serves as a testament to the possibilities that international exposure can offer. After an unsuccessful bid to chair the council in 2017, Owolabi relocated to the United States, where he has become a role model for other councilors. His journey underscores the broader benefits that international opportunities can provide, not just for current roles but also for life beyond politics.
Lanre Aborishade and Oloye Oluwaseun Salami praised the LCDA’s initiative, congratulating the participants and expressing optimism about the impact of the training. “This exposure to international best practices will equip them with a brand new mindset,” Salami said. He encouraged the councilors to return with a fresh approach to governance and prioritize addressing infrastructure deficits and economic challenges in the community.
While many hailed the initiative as a positive step, some dissenting voices have emerged. Comrade Olayiwola Sulyman, in an exclusive chat with KosofePost, criticized the move as a “mere waste of public funds.” Sulyman argued that even top government officials who frequently travel abroad fail to bring back effective governance practices, casting doubt on the value of the training for local councilors.
Ikosi-Isheri LCDA Sponsors International Training for Council Members
Ikosi-Isheri Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has taken a bold step in human capacity development by sponsoring councilors and executive cabinet members for international training in the United Kingdom. The initiative, aimed at enhancing service delivery and governance at the grassroots level, has sparked mixed reactions from the community and political stakeholders.
This international exposure is expected to equip participants with best practices in governance, positioning them to better serve the Ikosi-Isheri community. However, for many councilors and executives in Kosofe Federal Constituency, such growth often ends with the expiration of their tenure. The training, therefore, provides an opportunity for participants to not only elevate their skills but also improve their future prospects, particularly if they face political setbacks in subsequent elections.
The story of Taiwo Owolabi, a former Leader in Council of Ikosi-Isheri, serves as a testament to the possibilities that international exposure can offer. After an unsuccessful bid to chair the council in 2017, Owolabi relocated to the United States, where he has become a role model for other councilors. His journey underscores the broader benefits that international opportunities can provide, not just for current roles but also for life beyond politics.
Lanre Aborishade and Oloye Oluwaseun Salami praised the LCDA’s initiative, congratulating the participants and expressing optimism about the impact of the training. “This exposure to international best practices will equip them with a brand new mindset,” Salami said. He encouraged the councilors to return with a fresh approach to governance and prioritize addressing infrastructure deficits and economic challenges in the community.
While many hailed the initiative as a positive step, some dissenting voices have emerged. Comrade Olayiwola Sulyman, in an exclusive chat with KosofePost, criticized the move as a “mere waste of public funds.” Sulyman argued that even top government officials who frequently travel abroad fail to bring back effective governance practices, casting doubt on the value of the training for local councilors.