Members of the Ibadan Descendants Union USA, (IDU-USA, Inc.), has expressed its readiness to work with the Oyo State government to build academic excellence, economic growth and development of the state.
This is just as the union also lauded the effort of the governor in transforming the state within the shortest period in office.
The remarks of the group is contained in a congratulatory message signed by its president, Dr Olubumi Afonja; the National General Secretary, Mogaji Abiola lyiola and the National Public Relations Officer, Mrs. Adebukola Oyejobi, to felicitate with Governor Makinde on the one year anniversary of his administration.
The Ibadan Descendants Union USA Inc. is a community-based organisation of Ibadan sons and daughters in the USA, with chapters in many cities of the country, and formed to encourage unified efforts of Ibadan indigenes in the diaspora to contribute to the progress and economic development of the city of Ibadan
The statement reads in part: “We laud the efforts of Governor Seyi Makinde in many areas. The IDU-USA is aware of the improvement made in the several sectors such as health, education, and infrastructural development that are essential to support citizens’ well-being, the economic growth, security and independence of Oyo State.
“We shared our desire to work with this administration to foster academic and economic growth of the state.
“IDU USA Inc. has contributed immensely to the education, health, economic, humanitarian and cultural awareness of the City of Ibadan.
“One of the organisation’s new projects is the proposed construction of a multipurpose building in the USA that will be named “Ibadan House.”