•Suspended LG chairman, Tope Omolayo
There’s tension in Owo Local Council secretariat in Owo, Ondo State, as the legislative arm of the council suspended the executive Chairman of the Council, Mr. Tope Omolayo, indefinitely.
He was said to have been suspended today for alleged gross misconduct, reports Daily Independent.
The suspension was part of the resolutions of the Owo Local Government Legislative Council, under the leadership of Hon. Doyin Adebayo, at its sitting today in Owo.
Majority of the 11 councillors in the Legislative Council of local governments supported and approved the Council chairman’s indefinite suspension.
A resolution signed by the two-third majority of the councillors reads: “The Owo Local Government Legislative Council, under the House Leader, Hon. Doyin Adebayo, has taken decisive action to ensure good governance and accountability in Owo Local Government Area.
“The allegations against Hon. Omolayo include financial improprieties, utter violation of statutory budget and IGR regulations, disrespect to traditional heads, and failure to conduct himself in an appropriate manner.
“These allegations are serious and require thorough investigation.
“During the period of suspension, Hon. Hamed Ibrahim, the vice chairman, shall act as the Chairman of the Local Government Area Council.
“The investigation into the allegations shall be conducted in a fair, transparent, and impartial manner.
“The Council assures the good people of Owo Local Government Area that this suspension is necessary to ensure good governance and accountability.
“We urge all stakeholders to remain calm and cooperative as we work towards resolving the issues at hand.
“Details of the Suspension: – Hon. Tope Omolayo is suspended with immediate effect.
“Hon. Hamed Ibrahim shall act as Chairman during the period of suspension.
“The Head of the Local Government Administration shall effect all necessary changes to bank signatories, recognising Hon. Hamed Ibrahim as the Acting Chairman.
“All properties of the Local Government Area Council in the possession of Hon. Omolayo shall be handed over to the Head of the Local Government Administration.
“The Legislative Council remains committed to serving the people of Owo Local Government Area and assures them of our dedication to good governance and accountability.”
