YAN, Ekiti State Assembly Honours Council Boss, Oluwatuyi with Outstanding Grassroots Governance Award.

YAN, Ekiti State Assembly Honours Council Boss, Oluwatuyi with Outstanding Grassroots Governance Award.

The Youth Assembly of Nigeria (YAN), Ekiti State Chapter, has honoured the Executive Chairman of Irepodun/Ifelodun Local Government Area, Gbenga Oluwatuyi, with an Outstanding Grassroots Governance Award in recognition of his commitment to youth development and community advancement.

The award was presented during a courtesy visit by the leadership of the Assembly to the chairman’s office, where members commended his administration for promoting inclusive governance and people-centred leadership at the grassroots.

Speaking during the presentation, the Speaker of the Ekiti State chapter of the Assembly, Oluwatosin, who led the delegation, said the honour was in recognition of Oluwatuyi’s efforts in strengthening local security architecture and implementing empowerment initiatives targeted at vulnerable groups.

“Oluwatuyi’s administration has shown a strong commitment to youth inclusion, strategic empowerment programmes and innovative leadership that continues to improve the socio-economic wellbeing of people at the grassroots,” he said.

Also present at the visit was the member representing Ekiti Central Senatorial District in the Nigerian Youth Parliament, Oluwaseun Victor Omotoyinbo, alongside other representatives of the Assembly.

The delegation described the chairman’s administration as a model of responsive governance worthy of recognition and emulation.

Responding, Oluwatuyi expressed appreciation for the honour, describing it as a motivation to intensify efforts towards youth empowerment and community development.

“This recognition is a strong motivation for us to continue prioritising the welfare and development of young people across the local government,” he said.

“Youth remain the backbone of sustainable community growth and must be actively involved in governance, innovation and grassroots development.”

The council boss also commended the leadership of the Youth Assembly for promoting responsible leadership and youth participation in nation-building.

“I commend the Youth Assembly for its dedication to promoting responsible leadership and encouraging youth participation in nation-building,” he added.

Oluwatuyi assured the delegation that his administration would continue to implement policies and programmes that empower young people, strengthen local security and create opportunities for economic and social advancement within the community.

He also urged young people to remain constructive and disciplined in contributing to the progress of their communities.

“Collective effort between leadership and the younger generation is essential for building a prosperous and secure society,” he said.

The visit ended with renewed assurances of collaboration between youth-driven institutions and local government leadership to promote sustainable development, peace and opportunities for young people in the area.