The Ekiti state house of assembly has scheduled a leadership retreat for Canada.
Some of the lawmakers would be attending the event with
their spouses.
In a letter to the Ekiti Kete Association in Canada,
Titilope Agbede, the assembly’s clerk, said the legislators would be led by
Adeoye Stephen Aribasoye, the speaker.
The ‘Executive Legislative Leadership Retreat’ has been
billed for November 2024 in Brampton, Ontario, Canada.
Agbede said the retreat aims to equip the legislators with
the necessary knowledge and skills to effectively navigate the complexities of
policy implementation challenges.
“As part of our visit, the House intends to have a courtesy
visit to the Ekiti Kete Association, Canada to meet with the members of Ekiti
Kete in diaspora,” the letter reads.
“This will be able to foster cultural development and share
experience that can promote Ekiti State and good governance for the benefit of
our people.
“We kindly request that you give us a date and time between
13 November, 2024 and 20 November, 2024.
“We look forward to a positive response and the opportunity
to have an exclusive meeting with Ekiti Kete to promote and sustain Ekiti
Cultural Heritage through educational and socio-cultural programmes.”
‘SELF-SPONSORED’
The delegation expected to travel to Canada include
Aribisoye Adeoye Stephen (speaker), Ikole II constituency; Aribisoye Adenike
Modupe, spouse; Ige Tolulope Michael (majority leader), Ekiti south-west
constituency; Ige Opeimipo Omolade, spouse; Okuyiga Eyitayo Adetoju, Gbonyin
constituency; Olowoookere Bosede Yinka (chief whip); Efon constituency; Ayoride
Ebenezer Oluwagoyin (deputy majority leader) – Ido/Osi II constituency; and Fawekun
Abiodun Babatunde, Ido/Osi I constituency.
The proposed trip has elicited reactions on social media,
with some X users describing the event as a “waste of scarce resources”, and
another example of “misplaced priority” from the political class.
Here are a few reactions.
If this is true, it's a wanton waste of scarce resources. For a governor that claims the state can't pay the minimum wage, this is outrightly wicked. There is poverty in Ekiti, yet the lawmakers are going to Canada for a retreat they can have at Lagos Business School. Rararada!
— Enitioluwafiirorunkenimi (@enitioluwafe) October 31, 2024
How on earth is that travelling justifiable to any reasonable person in this period. They even added their wives. They can't go to Afe Babalola University to learn Leadership training. They can't organise zoom training but in a nation where people are hungry and living in poverty
— Adékúnlé Odérìndé (@AdekunleOderind) October 30, 2024
The funny part is that their minions and those who take and expect crumbs from those in power will look the other way on this, hoping someday it will be their turn.
— Olalekan Olaiya (@Le_ccoushey) October 30, 2024
Very insensitive people.
Japa syndrome hits Ekiti 😁
— AdamawaLastBorn (@AdamawaLas79384) October 31, 2024
What happened to Ikogosi Warm Springs & didn’t @NGRPresident say we should promote made in Nigeria & live within our means?.
— Semper Fi (@tmacbond) October 31, 2024
Instead of that why not enroll them into Afe Babalola University to learn some leadership and governing courses. Most of our politicians dont know why they are holding a post.
— Akinwale S A (@imOlatunj) October 30, 2024
Reacting to the criticisms Dele Ekunola, chairman of the
Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Ekiti state, said the trip will be
self-sponsored.
“It is essential to recognize that this initiative is a
testament to our legislators’ commitment to personal and professional growth,”
he said.
“The trip is entirely self-funded, reflecting a responsible
approach that does not impose any financial burden on the state’s resources.
“This commitment to continuous learning is critical in enhancing
their ability to serve our constituents effectively.
“In times of economic challenges, it is crucial that our
leaders seek out opportunities to acquire knowledge and skills that can lead to
better governance.
“The insights gained from this program will empower our
lawmakers to develop innovative policies and solutions that directly address
the pressing needs of the people of Ekiti State.
“It must be digested that investing in legislative
leadership is an investment in the future of our state.
“The knowledge and best practices gained from this experience can have a ripple effect, fostering improved governance and positively impacting the lives of our citizens.”
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