Fostering Unity: Ibadan North Council Chairman Visits Nigeria Immigration Service

Hon. Oluwaseun Olufade, Executive Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, paid a courtesy visit to the Nigeria Immigration Service Oyo State Command. The chairman and his entourage were warmly received by Comptroller AD Jimoh PCCT, Deputy Comptroller DCI Wale Hamzat, and other officers.

During the reception, Comptroller Jimoh expressed his delight, calling it one of his most memorable moments. This sentiment was included in a press release signed by Aderibigbe Yisahu Ajibola, Head of Media Unit to Ibadan North Local Government Chairman. Comptroller Jimoh praised Hon. Olufade for his humility, noting how the chairman prostrated upon their first meeting and repeated the gesture during this visit—a rare trait among politicians.

Comptroller Jimoh also requested the council chairman’s support in creating a conducive environment for immigration officers, business owners, and residents within the local government. He stressed the importance of officers staying informed about marriages involving foreigners at the local government marriage registry.

He thanked Hon. Olufade and his team for the visit, believing it would strengthen the relationship between the local government and the immigration service.

In his address, Hon. Olufade, who is the landlord of the Oyo State Immigration Command, expressed his pleasure at visiting the command and appreciated Comptroller Jimoh and all the officers for their dedication. He highlighted the visit’s purpose of fostering a smooth relationship with the immigration service and discussing ways to improve the environment for residents, officers, applicants, and business owners.

Hon. Olufade emphasized the importance of collaboration and urged the comptroller to verify the authenticity of Ibadan North Local Government identification certificates to prevent forgeries. He assured Comptroller Jimoh that the ongoing construction of a car park in front of the council would alleviate parking and road trading issues, facilitating smoother business operations. He pledged to meet the comptroller’s demands and maintain a continuous, positive relationship.

The comptroller then presented a plaque to the chairman as a token of appreciation for the visit.

Hon. Olufade was accompanied by his Chief of Staff, Hamdy Mustapha; Head of Local Government Administration, Mr. Akeem Olatunji; Director of Administration and General Services, Alhaji Alabi Lukman Kolawole; Director of Finance, Mrs. Babarimisa; Information Officer, Mrs. Lala Olufunmike; Personal Assistant to the Chairman, Ayo Elemo; Head of Media to the Chairman, Aderibigbe Yisahu; Mr. Ayo Alayande; Mr. Lateef; and Media Team Member, Ayodamope Afolabi.