DR. LANRE OYEGBOLA–SODIPO NAMED SOUTHWEST LOCAL GOVERNMENT CHAIRMAN OF THE YEAR

......Honoured at the 2025 Southwest Investment Summit and Advancement Awards in Lagos

By Solanke Ayomideji Taiwo 

In recognition of his exceptional leadership, innovation, and commitment to grassroots development, the Executive Chairman of Abeokuta North Local Government, Dr. Lanre Oyegbola–Sodipo, has been named Local Government Chairman of the Year (Southwest) at the prestigious Southwest Investment Summit and Advancement Awards 2025.

The high-profile event, which celebrates excellence in governance, entrepreneurship, and regional development, shall be taking place on Monday, November 3, 2025, at the Lagos Oriental Hotel. It attracted distinguished personalities from government, industry, academia, and the media across the Southwest region and beyond.

According to the organizers, the award recognizes Dr. Oyegbola–Sodipo’s outstanding performance in infrastructure development, human capacity building, fiscal responsibility, and community engagement within Abeokuta North. They described him as a visionary leader redefining local governance through innovation, inclusivity, and transparency.

In his acceptance remarks, Dr. Lanre Oyegbola–Sodipo dedicated the honour to the people of Abeokuta North Local Government, expressing gratitude for their trust and continuous support. He reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to sustainable development, youth empowerment, and the promotion of public–private partnerships aimed at transforming the socioeconomic landscape of the area.

“This award is a call to do more. It belongs to the hardworking men and women of Abeokuta North who believe in progress and partnership for growth. We will continue to deliver quality governance that improves lives and creates opportunities,” he said.

He also appreciated the Ogun State Governor, His Excellency, Prince Dr. Dapo Abiodun, CON, for his exemplary leadership and support for local governments, noting that his administration’s policies have provided the enabling environment for development at the grassroots level.

The Southwest Investment Summit and Advancement Awards has become a key platform for recognizing transformative leadership and promoting strategic investments in the region. The 2025 edition focused on “Sustainable Growth Through Innovation and Regional Collaboration,” highlighting leaders and institutions driving progress across the Southwest.

The recognition of Dr. Oyegbola–Sodipo as Local Government Chairman of the Year further cements his reputation as one of the most result-oriented and people-centered leaders in Ogun State and the Southwest region.