The Ifelodun 6th Legislative Council under the Leadership of Hon Ilesanmi Elijah Oluwatosin on Monday carried out an on-the-spot assessment of the site at the centre of a dispute between the Irepodun Mechanical and Technicians Association of Nigeria and the United Allied Marble and Granite Dealers Association.
The fact-finding visit followed the House’s adjournment of proceedings on Thursday, November 13, to enable councilors verify issues raised in a petition submitted by the mechanical technicians against the marble dealers.
At exactly 3:05 p.m., the seven councilors arrived at the location, where executives of both associations were on ground to receive them. The delegation was led by the Leader of the House, Hon. Ilesanmi Elijah Oluwatosin, and the Deputy Leader, Hon. Olajide Adekola Sarumi.
Also present were the Clerk of the House, Mrs. Oyewole Odubona; the Market Master of Ifelodun LCDA, Comrade Dickson Taofic Oluwatoyin Bashua; two representatives of the police divisions within the council area; and Mutlab Ojulari, a senior member of the Executive Chairman’s kitchen cabinet and former Special Adviser on Security under Hon. Olufemi Okeowo.
After inspecting the disputed area, Hon. Ilesanmi told newsmen that the council had gained a clear understanding of the situation.
“We have seen the spot, and the issues are plain and understandable,” he said. “However, all parties are to appear at the Council Secretariat on Thursday, November 20, where a consensus will be reached. We continue to appeal for calm and urge both parties to maintain peace as we work toward an amicable resolution.”
The Legislative Council is expected to issue its final decision following Thursday’s meeting.
