The Ikosi-Ejinrin Local Council Development Area (LCDA), under the leadership of Executive Chairman, Akogun Wale Anomo, has concluded a three-day onboarding retreat for members of the 6th Executive Cabinet.
Epe Insights reports that the retreat was designed to strengthen institutional capacity, improve administrative understanding and prepare political office holders for effective service delivery across the council.
The programme provided members of the new cabinet with an opportunity to understand the principles and procedures guiding the administration.
It also focused on aligning the political office holders with the development priorities of the Anomo-led administration.
Anomo described the retreat as an important step towards building a coordinated and effective executive team.
He explained that the programme went beyond a conventional orientation exercise.
According to him, it was designed to ensure that members of the cabinet understood their responsibilities and the standards expected of them in public office.
Participants received training on key areas of local government administration.
These included procurement procedures, budgeting, due process and the Lagos State Local Government Administrative Guidelines.
The sessions were structured to equip cabinet members with practical knowledge of government processes.
The training also emphasised the importance of transparency and accountability in the management of public resources.
Anomo urged the executives to approach their responsibilities with competence, discipline and a strong sense of purpose.
He stressed that political office holders have a responsibility to deliver meaningful results to the people.
The chairman also highlighted the need for effective teamwork among members of the cabinet.
According to him, collaboration would be essential to achieving the administration’s development objectives.
A major highlight of the retreat was the unveiling of the T.H.R.I.V.E.S. Administrative Blueprint.
The blueprint was presented as the strategic framework that would guide the administration’s vision and development agenda.
Anomo explained that T.H.R.I.V.E.S. would provide direction for the council’s immediate priorities and long-term development plans.
The blueprint is expected to serve as a reference point for members of the executive cabinet as they carry out their respective responsibilities.
The chairman said the administration intends to establish strong foundations for sustainable development within Ikosi-Ejinrin.
He urged cabinet members to familiarise themselves with the blueprint and ensure that their activities align with its objectives.
The retreat also examined the strategic roles of political office holders within the local government structure.
Participants were reminded that occupying public office comes with significant responsibilities to the people.
The sessions encouraged the executives to focus on policies and initiatives capable of producing measurable benefits for residents.
Anomo further stressed the importance of institutional excellence in local government administration.
He said effective governance requires sound systems, responsible leadership and consistent implementation.
The training on procurement and due process was aimed at strengthening the executives’ understanding of government procedures.
Budgeting sessions also exposed participants to the importance of proper financial planning in achieving development priorities.
The chairman noted that responsible financial management is essential to ensuring that available resources are used effectively.
The retreat equally provided an opportunity for members of the cabinet to interact, exchange ideas and build stronger working relationships.
Such engagement, according to the administration, would promote unity and coordination within the executive team.
The council also incorporated activities focused on the wellbeing of participants.
A health talk and medical check-ups were organised as part of the retreat programme.
The initiative highlighted the importance of personal health and wellbeing among public officials.
Anomo said a healthy and effective workforce is important to delivering quality public service.
The chairman encouraged the executives to maintain a balance between their official responsibilities and personal wellbeing.
The three-day programme also reinforced the administration’s emphasis on professionalism.
Cabinet members were encouraged to approach their assignments with dedication and respect for established administrative procedures.
The council said this approach would help strengthen public confidence in local government institutions.
The retreat further provided an avenue for the new cabinet to understand the expectations of residents.
The administration noted that governance should remain focused on improving the lives of people within the council area.
Anomo charged the executives to make their time in office meaningful and impactful.
He encouraged them to identify areas where their responsibilities could contribute to the council’s broader development agenda.
The chairman also emphasised accountability as a key principle of the administration.
He urged members of the cabinet to remain transparent in the discharge of their duties.
The retreat was therefore positioned as an investment in effective governance and institutional development.
Through the training, the administration sought to equip political office holders with the knowledge required to navigate the responsibilities of public office.
The unveiling of the T.H.R.I.V.E.S. blueprint also provided a clear framework for coordinating the council’s priorities.
Anomo expressed confidence that the new executive cabinet would work collectively to advance the interests of Ikosi-Ejinrin.
He urged members to uphold the values of service, responsibility and excellence.
The chairman also called for continued learning and adaptation as the administration progresses.
According to him, effective governance requires officials who are prepared to understand changing needs and respond appropriately.
The successful completion of the retreat marks an early step in the activities of the 6th Executive Cabinet.
It also signals the administration’s intention to place institutional capacity and effective administration at the centre of its governance strategy.
The council said the knowledge acquired during the retreat would support better decision-making and service delivery.
Members of the cabinet are expected to apply the lessons from the programme in their various areas of responsibility.
The administration expressed optimism that the training and strategic alignment would translate into improved governance across Ikosi-Ejinrin.
The T.H.R.I.V.E.S. Administrative Blueprint is also expected to guide the implementation of the council’s development priorities.
With the onboarding programme concluded, the 6th Executive Cabinet is set to commence its responsibilities with a clearer understanding of the administrative framework.
Anomo reiterated his commitment to building an administration driven by competence, accountability and sustainable development.
He urged the cabinet members to remain focused on delivering tangible results for the people of Ikosi-Ejinrin.
