ALGON pledges quality governance at grassroots

• Published On: 31 March 2025 at 06:32

The Nigerian Association of Local Governments has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening grassroots governance, with a focus on improving service delivery, livelihoods, and Nigerians' overall well-being.

In a statement issued on Sunday to commemorate the 2025 Eid-el-Fitr celebration, ALGON's National President, Mr. Bello Lawal, emphasized the organization's commitment to meeting the needs of local communities.

He stated, "As ALGON celebrates the blessings of Eid-el-Fitr, we pray that Allah (SWT) brings comfort, relief, and prosperity to millions of homes and families of our Muslim brothers and sisters." May this joyous occasion usher in a new chapter of peace, happiness, and abundance in their lives.

Lawal reassured the public that ALGON would continue to advocate for good governance and sustainable development in local government areas, collaborating closely with other levels of government, the Nigeria Governors' Forum, ministries, departments, and agencies, and development partners.

"We will work tirelessly to promote rural governance and ensure that the services we provide benefit our people's livelihoods. "We stand in solidarity with our Muslim brothers and sisters, and we recognize that their struggles are our collective responsibility," he stated.

The ALGON President also emphasized the organization's ongoing efforts to promote leadership development and implement innovative strategies to benefit the rural economy.

"We will continue to advocate for the needs of our local communities, ensuring that their voices are heard and their challenges addressed," according to him.

Lawal also acknowledged the economic hardships that many Nigerians face, particularly those living in rural areas.

He emphasized that, while the Eid celebrations represented spiritual renewal, the people's struggles should not be overlooked.

"The economic challenges faced by many of our citizens, including our Muslim brothers and sisters, are a harsh reality we must confront together," he told reporters. "These struggles, including poverty, unemployment, and insecurity, are particularly evident in our Local Governments and Area Councils, where poor farmers and jobless Nigerians face existential challenges."

He reaffirmed that ALGON would continue to work tirelessly to improve governance at the grassroots level, despite the country's many challenges.

Lawal, on behalf of the National Executive Council, Board of Trustees, and staff, extended his best wishes to Muslims across the country for a blessed Eid-el-Fitr.

"Again, Eid Mubarak! "May Allah's blessings be on you now and forever," he said.