Ladipo Market Community Celebrates Lagos Deputy Governor, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat On Birthday

KINSLEY EBERE

The leadership, traders and entire community of Ladipo International Market, Lagos State, have joined well-wishers across the state to celebrate the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat, on the occasion of his birthday.

In a goodwill message issued on behalf of the market, the Babaloja Papa Alagbeji of Ladipo International Market, Eze Monday Lawrence Obi JP, described Dr. Hamzat as an exceptional leader and a dedicated public servant whose contributions to governance in Lagos State have been outstanding.

Eze Monday Obi said the Deputy Governor’s unwavering dedication to good governance, visionary leadership and selfless service to the people of Lagos State continues to inspire many individuals, communities and business groups across the state.

According to him, Dr. Hamzat, popularly known as KOH, has consistently demonstrated commitment to sustainable development, economic growth and inclusive governance, which have impacted positively on markets and commercial centres like Ladipo.

He noted that under the administration of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Deputy Governor Hamzat, Lagos State has witnessed steady progress in infrastructure, ease of doing business and community development, adding that traders at Ladipo International Market have benefitted from policies that promote a peaceful and enabling business environment.

The statement read: “On behalf of the leadership, traders, and entire community of Ladipo International Market, I extend our warmest birthday wishes to the Deputy Governor of Lagos State, Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat (KOH). Sir, your unwavering dedication to good governance, visionary leadership, and selfless service to the people of Lagos State continue to inspire us all. Your commitment to sustainable development and economic growth across our communities remains a beacon of hope and progress.”

Eze Obi prayed for robust health, divine wisdom, inner peace and greater accomplishments for the Deputy Governor in his service to humanity and to Lagos State.

He said the Ladipo community values the cordial relationship it has enjoyed with the Lagos State Government and commended Dr. Hamzat for his humility, accessibility and support for traders and small business owners.

He added that Dr. Hamzat has over the years distinguished himself as a technocrat and administrator with a deep understanding of governance and public policy, and his loyalty and support to Governor Sanwo-Olu have contributed to the stability and success of the current administration.

According to Eze Obi, leaders like Dr. Hamzat are needed to sustain Lagos as a centre of excellence and a model for good governance in Nigeria.

“May this new year bring you robust health, divine wisdom, inner peace, and greater accomplishments in your service to humanity. Happy Birthday, Sir! Cheers to a greater you!” the statement added.

The message was signed by Eze Monday Lawrence Obi JP, Babaloja Papa Alagbeji, Ladipo International Market, Lagos State.

The birthday celebration of Dr. Kadri Obafemi Hamzat has continued to attract goodwill messages from political leaders, traditional rulers, market associations, religious bodies and residents across Lagos State.