The Nigeria Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE) has commended Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, for appointing Bashorun Akinwale Solomon Akinwole, popularly known as Wolekanle, as his Chief of Staff.
The union in a statement by it’s president Ayobami Adeogun described the appointment as a welcome development, expressing optimism that Akinwole’s experience and leadership at the Local Government Service Commission would bring added value to his new role.
NULGE noted that Akinwole’s tenure at the commission had witnessed increased attention to workers’ welfare, promotion and institutional transformation.
The union also highlighted the commission’s regular training programmes and constructive engagement with NULGE, saying the initiatives had contributed positively to workforce development and improved industrial relations.
It expressed appreciation to Governor Makinde for the appointment, noting that Akinwole’s experience in managing local government affairs and engaging workers’ representatives could be beneficial to the state government.
The union further expressed hope that the appointment would strengthen collaboration between the government and workers and translate into improved service delivery across the state.
NULGE thanked the governor for the confidence reposed in Akinwole and wished the new Chief of Staff success in discharging his responsibilities.
