On Thursday, December 18, 2025, the Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government Area hosted a grand celebration at the Ronnie Dee Event Centre in honour of its immediate past Council Manager, Alhaji Akeem Adegbenro Adesanya, to mark his retirement from active service and his 60th birthday.
The ceremony was a fitting tribute to Alhaji Adesanyaβs decades of dedicated service, integrity, and invaluable contributions to the growth and administrative stability across areas he had worked especially in Ifako-Ijaiye LGA where he just retired.
The Executive Chairman of Ifako-Ijaiye Local Government, Prince Usman Akanbi Hamzat, led a distinguished gathering of eminent personalities to celebrate the retiree. In his remarks, Prince Hamzat extolled Alhaji Adesanyaβs unwavering commitment to excellence and selfless service, describing him as a pivotal figure whose administrative expertise greatly enhanced the councilβs efficiency.
βAlhaji Adesanya is a rare gem, a committed administrator, and a mentor to many of us,β the Council Chairman stated.
βHis years of dedication have laid a strong foundation for good governance in Ifako-Ijaiye. We are not merely celebrating a retirement; we are celebrating a legacy of selfless public service.β – Prince Hamzat added
The event was graced by a wide array of dignitaries and stakeholders, underscoring the celebrantβs far-reaching influence.
Attendees included:
- The Vice Chairman, Mrs. Oluwatoyin Awoniyi-Akerele
- Members of the Local Government Management and Staff
- Past Executive Council Members of the Local Government
- Council Managers from various Local Government Areas
- Representatives of the Lagos State Head of Service
- Respected religious and traditional leaders
- Community leaders and residents
- Family and friends of the celebrant
The celebration featured goodwill messages that unanimously commended Alhaji Adesanyaβs professionalism, honesty, and enduring positive impact on colleagues and the wider community. The atmosphere was one of deep appreciation, culminating in the joyous commemoration of his 60th birthday.
The council extends its heartfelt wishes to Alhaji Akeem Adegbenro Adesanya for a long, healthy, and fulfilling retirement, marked by peace and happiness.
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