Hon. Umar Farouk Arisekola Alao, a committed member of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and former Commissioner for Youth and Sports in Oyo State, has congratulated Alhaji Fatai Ibikunle on his swearing-in as the Executive Director of the Commercial, Agriculture and Environment sector at the Southwest Development Commission (SWDC).

In a congratulatory message, Arisekola-Alao described the appointment of Alhaji Ibikunle as a recognition of his wealth of experience, dedication, and long-standing service to Oyo State, the Southwest, and Nigeria at large.

He noted that Alhaji Ibikunle’s new role at the SWDC comes at a crucial time when the region is in need of stronger interventions in commerce, agriculture, and environmental sustainability to drive development and create opportunities for the people.

“Alhaji Fatai Ibikunle’s appointment is not only well-deserved but also timely. His capacity, loyalty, and commitment to service are unquestionable, and I believe he will bring fresh energy and purposeful leadership to this new assignment. I am confident he will deliver results that will benefit the Southwest and Nigeria as a whole.”

He further prayed for Alhaji Ibikunle’s success in his new position and urged him to continue to uphold the values of integrity, selfless service, and dedication that have defined his career over the years.