Author: The Nation

The Lagos State government, in  partnership with the 57 Local Councils in the state, will hold annual Family Week.

The event was meant to strengthen family ties, encourage unity among couples and influence parental responsibility for quality child upbringing in the society.

Mushin Local Government has organised this year’s Family Week and screening, to choose the family that will represent Mushin at the grand finale coming up in the state.

After thorough screening and assessment, in a keenly contested exercise, the family of Chief and Mrs. Femi Okuyemi emerged winner with 80 per cent, to beat the families of Alhaji and Mrs Taiwo Odunsi who came second with 65 per cent and Alhaji and Mrs Isiaka Emiola who got 56 per cent to get the third position.

The criteria used in the screening exercise included; punctuality to the venue, years of marriage, parental contributions to the achievements and success of their children and contributions with commitment of the family to their community.

Chairman of Mushin Local Government, Emmanuel Bamigboye,

who was represented by the Supervisor for Agriculture and Social Services, Mr. Shakiru Oyefolu, commended the families for upholding their marriages.

Oyefolu highlighted that, the chairman is interested in upholding the tenets of marriage as established by God.

He pointed out that the programme was targeted at strengthening marriages at the community level and to encourage huge investments in child development and the future of the community.

The family of Pa. Femi Okuyemi who is in his 90s anf his wife in her 70s, with over 53 years in marriage, which has produced Medical Doctor, Accountant, Lawyer and Insurance expert as children, will be representing Mushin Local Government at the grand finale coming up at the state level.

The 2022 edition of the grand finale organised by Lagos State, awarded Mushin with 3rd position, through its representative, Alhaji and Mrs Tunde Okuwobi family, who came home with the Bronze medal.

While giving the vote of thanks, the Head of Agriculture and Social Services department, Mrs. Aderonke Ogundiran, thanked all the families who participated in the celebration and screening exercise.

She reiterated that the programme was aimed at encouraging couples to stay together and protect their marriages, for the success of their children in future.

The event, which took place at the council secretariat in Palm Avenue, had many families in attendance with management and staff of Mushin Local Government.

Chairman of Lekki Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Rasaki Bamidele Kasali, has presented official cars to members of the legislature.

The gesture, Kasali said, was to aid and motivate the legislators in carrying out their primary duties, particularly their oversight function.

Presenting the keys to beneficiaries, the council boss recalled how the councillors have been supportive and understanding in their dealings.

He challenged them to discharge their duties even more diligently, promising to ensure that all his campaign promises will be fulfilled.

Kasali made it known that the official cars would have been purchased a long time ago, but due to needs assessment and other priorities, the purchase was put on hold to meet up with some urgent yearnings of the people.

He noted that the purchase of the vehicles won’t affect other projects to be embarked on by the council.

He affirmed that the council is going to embark on more projects that will have direct and indirect impact on the lives of the people.

The council boss said his administration has done well in the areas of education, security, health, staff welfare, empowerment, environment, electricity, infrastructure, and Information Communication Technology (ICT).

According to him, lack of vehicles had impeded the activities and programmes of the legislators.

The councilors promised to take things to the next level.

Leader of the House, Monsuru Ola said: “This is quite impressive from the Chairman. We know him to be a man of his words, who takes his job seriously. This will help us to be more flexible, prompt and mobile in carrying out our legislative function.”

Some council chairmen have commended the stability roles fathers played in the society.

They said their efforts complemented government activities in ensuring an egalitarian community.

Speaking on the occasion of Father’s Day, Chairman of Apapa-Iganmu Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Alhaja Funmilayo Akande-Mohammed, described fathers in her council as amazing

She said: “Father’s Day is celebrated in honor of all the Dad’s around the world. This day is especially marked to celebrate fatherhood and their role and influence in society and our lives.

“On behalf of the people in the council, I extend my warmest wishes for a happy Father’s Day to all the amazing fathers in our midst. This day is a time to honor and celebrate fathers’ vital role in our lives and shaping our community.

“To those missing their fathers today, I want you to know that you are not alone. Let us unite as a community to support and uplift one another, sharing stories and cherishing the beautiful moments we have shared with our fathers.

“To all the incredible surrogate dads, father figures, grandfathers, and mentors in our midst, this day is a time to honor and appreciate your significant roles in shaping the lives of our young ones.”

She urged the residents to express gratitude and show their fathers love.

“Whether it’s a heartfelt conversation, a thoughtful gesture, or simply spending quality time together, let’s make Father’s Day a memorable occasion for all the dads in our community,” she said.

Chairman of Iba LCDA, Yisa Jubril said the Father’s Day is the perfect time of year to celebrate the loving and caring men in the society.

According to him, Father’s Day is a special day set aside to honour one’s father, or relevant father figure, as well as fatherhood, paternal bonds, and the influence of fathers in society.

He said: “This day is dedicated not only to our biological Fathers, but, also to father figures who shape our minds and play a vital role in giving wings to our dreams.

“Fathers are our first love, the last hero of our life, who teaches strength in silence and since the value of a loving father has no price, it is commemorated in most parts of the world on this day.

“Our fathers never cared for their self alone all life, they will always put us first, here’s today to celebrate them and everything they do.”

Chairman of Somolu Local Government, Abdul Hamed Salawu, said: “Today, as recognised Worldwide for Father’s Day Celebration, we are earnestly honouring all the valuable, resilient and diligent father figures on this green planet, most especially the unrelenting ones in our domain.

“Veritably, never can we underestimate the significant and remarkable roles of fathers in every nation. As overwhelming as the responsibilities of every men that falls under this category may be, it will definitely take the responsible and wise ones to strive wholeheartedly to perform their duty call.

“In a world, where father’s mental and physical health are being challenged while embarking on the usuals of being the logical and the rightful provider of all homes, it’s imperative to celebrate this great men in every blessed days of our lifetime.

“We wish these enablers of possibilities ‘Happy Father’s Day’, whose courageous act of services, unrelenting characters and consistent sacrifices do often induce inestimable values to their families, relatives and surely, to the forthcoming generations.”

“May all the sweats, trouble thoughts and genuine contributions of all fathers never be vain and shall be rewarded with monumental blessings by God’s grace.”