By Olufunke Rotimi
The Executive Chairman of Ise/Orun Local Government, Hon. Ayodele Samson Bamikole, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and due process in the award and execution of government contracts.
Speaking during the official tender opening ceremony for key developmental projects held at the Council Secretariat, Hon. Bamikole said the administration would continue to uphold openness, fairness, and integrity in public procurement to ensure value for money and quality service delivery.
Projects opened for bidding include: Construction of 135 metres of concrete-lined drainage at Owonikoko, Orun Ekiti, Grading of 30 kilometres of township roads across Wards 1–10 in the Local Government, and Construction of 500 metres of concrete-lined drainage in Ise and Orun Ekiti
Hon. Bamikole said the projects were designed to address critical infrastructural needs and improve the living conditions of residents across the 10 wards.
The Zonal Inspector, Mr. Sesan Aina, and the representative of the Ministry of Local Government Affairs, Mr. Simon Oyewo, commended the Council for conducting a credible and open tendering exercise.
They stressed the importance of strict compliance with procurement regulations to ensure transparency and prevent irregularities.
Also speaking, the Director of Procurement, QS Banji Ajayi, assured stakeholders that the Local Government would continue to adhere to the provisions of the Public Procurement Law and maintain the highest professional standards throughout the procurement and implementation phases.
The tendering exercise was witnessed by management staff, representatives of bidding firms, and other stakeholders — a development the Council said demonstrates its commitment to openness, good governance, and grassroots development.
