By Bilesanmi Abayomi
Babatunde Muyideen Durosimi (BMD) has extended his congratulations to Mayor Dele Oshinowo, Executive Chairman of Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area (LCDA), on his recent recognition as Grassroots Development Icon by Vanguard Newspaper.
The award, regarded as a prestigious honour in local governance, celebrates Mayor Oshinowo’s impactful leadership and the strides recorded in Agboyi-Ketu since he assumed office.
Under his administration, the LCDA has witnessed significant advancements across multiple sectors including infrastructure, education, healthcare, environment, agriculture, social welfare, and technology.
Notable among these achievements are the construction of modern administrative buildings, the development of Greenwich Gardens and Raymond Estate housing schemes, the establishment of the Agboyi-Ketu Shopping Arcade, and the completion of 64 road projects.
Mayor Oshinowo’s focus on community upliftment has also been evident through initiatives like “WeLift,” which offers financial support to traders and widows, thereby driving economic empowerment at the grassroots level.
Commending the Chairman, BMD described Oshinowo’s leadership as a model of transparent, effective, and inclusive local governance.
“Congratulations to our very own Mayor Dele Oshinowo—a visionary leader whose achievements continue to inspire the next generation of public servants,” he stated.