By Abimbola Joseph
CITIZENS COMPASS – The Chairman of Ikorodu Local Government Area, Lagos State, Hon. Wasiu Ayodeji Adesina, has appealed to market men and women to work together for the economic growth of Ikorodu.
He made the appeal while presenting a certificate of office to the newly-appointed Iyaloja-General (Market Leader) of Ikorodu Division, Mrs Busola Isikalu, at Ikorodu.
Adesina expressed the optimism that Isikalu’s office would play a huge role in improving trade in the division.
He charged her to do her best to also improve sanitation in markets in the division.
“Today, I am very happy to witness this ceremony. She has been given the opportunity to serve the division.
“Although the process was long, today, we have come to the conclusion.
“I advise her to ensure she brings everybody together for smooth running of her office and eensure a neat market environment,” he said.
Earlier, the Traditional Ruler of Ikorodu, Oba Kabiru Shotobi, advised Isikalu to keep to her promise of taking markets in the division to greater heights.
“I appointed Iyaloja, but it stirred a lot of uproar, but today it has come to reality, and I am happy they are dancing to the tune of what I saw would benefit Ikorodu,” the royal father said.
The Iyaloja-General of Nigeria, Mrs Folasade Tinubu-Ojo, hailed the traditional ruler for appointing Isikalu the new market leader
She urged market men and women in the division to support her to achieve success.
Responding, Isikalu thanked the traditional ruler and Ikorodu people for support.
“I want to inform all Ikorodu market men and women that the time for a positive change has come.
“In my tenure, God will take control and there will be development in the entire markets in the division.
Popular Fuji music icon, Adewale Ayuba entertained the guests.
