By Funke Rotimi
In a move to ensure inclusiveness and transparency in governance, the Executive Chairman of Ise/Orun Local Government Hon. Ayodele Samson Bamikole, has engaged key stakeholders and constituents, in a consultative meeting, towards the formulation of a people-oriented 2026 budget.
The event which brought together traditional rulers, community leaders, political stakeholders, artisan, market women and youth groups underscored the administration’s commitment to participatory governance, and sustainable grassroots development.
Hon. Ayodele who expressed profound gratitude to the Ekiti State Governor, His Excellency, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, for his continuous support to Local Governments administration across Ekiti State, described him as a leader who truly understands and promotes spirit of good governance at the grassroots.
His Royal Majesty, Oba Adetunji Ayodele Ajayi (JP), the Arinjale of Ise Ekiti, ably represented by High Chief Michael Ojo Olofe, commended the Chairman for his inclusive approach and reaffirmed the traditional institutions’ support for his administration.
The people seized the opportunity for the inclusion of some pressing needs in the budget, including the rehabilitation roads, construction of “Shasha market”, provision of solar street lights, sinking of boreholes, and upgrade of health centres, within the local government.
Addressing the gathering, the Head of Local Government Administration, Mr. Olusesan Aina, appreciated the people for their continued cooperation within the Council and assured them that the 2026 Budget will reflect their collective aspirations.
Hon. Bamikole further reaffirmed his administration determination to transfer citizen’s input into concrete developmental projects, promising that the 2026 budget would further strengthen the government’s mission of delivering impactful people driven governance.
