Irepodun/Ifelodun LG Vice Chairman, Alade, Celebrated for Loyalty, Grassroots Service on Birthday.

Irepodun/Ifelodun LG Vice Chairman, Alade, Celebrated for Loyalty, Grassroots Service on Birthday.

By Asubiojo G.O. 

The Vice Chairman of Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government, Ekiti State, Hon. Alade Remi Babatunde, on Monday received an outpouring of goodwill messages from political leaders, top government functionaries, community stakeholders, and colleagues as he marked his birthday.

Alade, a native of Awo Ekiti, was praised for his pragmatic approach to leadership, loyalty to political superiors, and unwavering commitment to the development of his community.

In his tribute, the Executive Chairman of Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government, Hon. Oluwatuyi Oluwagbenga, popularly known as CHENCO, described Alade as “a dependable deputy, a pillar of support, and a grassroots politician whose humility and dedication to service remain unmatched.”

Similarly, the Executive Secretary of the Council, Hon. Sule Fatai, lauded the celebrant’s “consistent cooperation and political maturity,” noting that such qualities have been instrumental in the smooth running of the council’s affairs.

The Head of Local Government Administration, Mrs. Akinbobola Deborah-B, also joined in the commendations, extolling Alade’s “ability to blend administrative prudence with community engagement, thereby fostering unity and productivity in governance.”

All Directors in the council, including Mrs. Mosunmola Odeyemi (Director, Budget Planning & Research), Mrs. Kehinde Akode (Director, WASH), Mrs. Adeniyi L.T. (Director, Community Services), Mr. Asubiojo G.O. (Director of Information & Civic Orientation), Prince Adegoke Peter (Director of Administration), and Mrs. Adeyinka Bukola (Director of Agriculture & Natural Resources), jointly expressed their felicitations. They hailed the Vice Chairman as “a team player who respects institutional hierarchy and encourages synergy across departments.”

Also felicitating with Alade, the Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Comrade Aina Olawole Festus, alongside his pragmatic executives, described him as “a loyal friend of the workforce, a man who listens, and a leader who understands the pulse of his people.”

In his own remarks, Alade thanked God for his new age, appreciated his political leaders and colleagues for their support, and reaffirmed his commitment to the progress of Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government and Awo Ekiti in particular.

“I will continue to be a team player, a loyal supporter of my leaders, and a servant of my people. The trust reposed in me is one I will never betray,” he said.

The day’s celebrations, according to observers, reaffirmed Alade’s place as not just a political officeholder, but a bridge-builder, unifier, and symbol of grassroots inclusion in local governance.