OGUN LOCAL GOVERNMENT SERVICE COMMISSION APPOINTS NEW HOLGAS

By Adegboyega Oniyide

The Ogun State Local Government Service Commission (LGSC) has approved the appointment of a new set of Heads of Local Government Administration (HOLGA) to fill existing vacancies across Local Government Areas in the State.

Presenting the appointment letters to the officers, the Chairman of the Commission, Ms. Olivia Onabanjo, urged them to uphold the values of the Commission and represent the service with integrity in their respective stations. She reminded them that the appointment is a call to serve and encouraged them to maintain exemplary conduct at all times.

Ms. Onabanjo reaffirmed the Commission’s commitment to rewarding excellence and dedication. She cautioned the appointees against using their positions for personal gain and advised them to remain diligent, remit all subventions promptly to the Commission, and stay punctual at their duty posts.

She noted the significance of having four women among the newly appointed HOLGAS, explaining that the inclusion comes with added responsibilities and reflects the confidence the Commission has placed in them. She encouraged all appointees to maintain cordial relationships with their respective Chairmen and avoid unnecessary friction with political office holders, stressing the need to prioritise initiatives that will benefit the public and advance Government policies.

In her remarks, the Permanent Secretary of the Commission, Engr Olanike Ogunbona, FNSE, expressed appreciation to the Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, for his continued support for the local government workforce. She also commended the Chairman of the Commission for her commitment in securing the Governor’s approval for the appointments.

Engr Ogunbona reminded the appointees that their new roles demand higher responsibility. She stated that they were selected based on merit and participation in leadership development programmes. She emphasised that as custodians of Local Government rules and regulations, they must demonstrate trust, dedication, and capacity, noting that the Commission expects them to deliver without fail.

Responding on behalf of the appointees, Alhaja Oluwatoyin Jinadu thanked Governor Abiodun for the opportunity to serve and assured the Commission of their resolve to give their best. She pledged that the new HOLGAS will remain committed, responsible, and worthy representatives of the Commission in their respective Local Governments.

The newly appointed Heads of Local Government Administration are Mr. Adesina Folarin, Alhaja Oluwatoyin Jinadu, Mr. Gboyega Akinoye, Mr. Adesoye Tajudeen and Mrs. Shoberu Olufunmilayo. Others are Mrs. Ogunyewo Kemi, Mrs. Ejide Temitope, Mr. Ogunyanwo Olasupo and Mr Ogunbamowo Olalekan.

E-SIGNED
Bosun Ola Onabanjo
Head, Information and Public Relations Unit,
Ogun State Local Government Service Commission