Owo Council Chair Suspended Indefinitely Over Alleged Misconduct

By Feyintoluwa Kutu | 1 min read | Informationng | 6 days ago | 261 views

The Chairman of Owo Local Council Area in Ondo State, Tope Omolayo, has been suspended indefinitely over allegations of gross misconduct.

According to Daily Post, his suspension took effect immediately after a resolution was passed by the legislative council of the local government, led by Doyin Adebayo, during its sitting on Wednesday in Owo.

According to the lawmakers, the decision supported by a two-thirds majority of the 11 councillors was aimed at promoting good governance and accountability within the council.

Calling for calm among stakeholders, Adebayo announced that the Vice Chairman, Hamed Ibrahim, would take over as Acting Chairman pending the outcome of the investigation.

“The allegations against Hon. Omolayo include financial improprieties, utter violation of statutory budget and IGR regulations, disrespect to traditional heads, and failure to conduct himself in an appropriate manner. These allegations are serious and require thorough investigation,” Adebayo stated.

The council also directed that all properties belonging to the Local Government in Omolayo’s possession be handed over to the Head of the Local Government Administration.

Source: Informationng