IKORODU CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY SWEARS IN ENGR H.O.B LAWAL AS PRESIDENT, UNVEILS EIGHTEEN OTHER EXECUTIVE. | Shakiru Seidu. It's a way of contributing meaningfully to the growth of private sector and the economy of Ikorodu Division," says President.

Ikorodu Chamber of Commerce and Industry was recently sworn in Engr H.O.B. Lawal as President and other eighteen officers. The event which took place at Ikorodu Town Hall, received the presence of prominent personalities around the world. The Chamber which was incorporated in 2011, was said to aim at chatting a way forward towards addressing germane issues that could empower Ikorodu Division to continue to contribute meaningfully to the growth and development of the private sector and the economy of Ikorodu Division, as well as that of Lagos State and the Nation in general.

While addressing the gathering, Engr. H.O.B. Lawal eloquently seek for people's support and assured all of quality service delivery. He said their mission is to represent, support and protect the interest of the business community in Ikorodu Division and liaise with Government and the Private Sector within and outside Nigeria with a view to promoting infrastructural development, attracting and increasing trade and industry, improve agriculture, conserve resources and stimulate public interests in the business of the chamber.

Engr Lawal further said, that his vision is to develop the Ikorodu Chamber of Commerce and Industry to a first-class Business Organization, sharing ideas with sister Chambers locally and internationally and maximizing the advantages of synergy in trade and industrial networking.

"The Chamber is committed to representing all business stakeholders in Ikorodu Division and will encourage membership and representation regardless of race, political affiliation, religion or association.

"The Chamber is dedicated to forming positive relationship with and to work together with government and nongovernmental role players to overcome common challenges faced by the business community.

"Our objective is to build a strong organization that is heard at all levels of government and which has the financial clout to promote the common agenda of the business community. In particular, we would like to work together with government and nongovernmental outlets to address the following broad issues:

"Attracting business and development to our Division. Promoting individual and collective business interests of the business community. Accommodating new business/development/expansion. Promoting the construction of roads, refuse dumps and infrastructural to enhance effective economic enclave. Promoting cleanliness of the business environment. Affording the business community accessibility to elected and appointed government officers." He explained.

Engr Lawal further urged the progressive minded to join in the course of membership. "It is pertinent at this junction to enjoin all to join us in ICC. The experiences of membership are unique to each person and they are the root of each person’s individual desire to retain and advance their membership," he said.

Barr. Leka Ijelu, however sworn in the new ICC executive one after the other with Oat of an Office. The Exco includes:

1. Engr HOB Lawal, President.
2. Prof. (Chief) Kunle Ade Wahab, 1st Deputy President.
3. Sir. Engr. R. O. Shoderu, 2nd Deputy President.
4. Rev. Col. (Rtd) B. T. Onafowokan, Vice President.
5. Chief Oloruntele Oduloye, Vice President.
6. Alhaja K. O. Lamina - Treasurer.
7. Alhaja Kolawole Fatai - Deputy Treasurer.
8. Legal Adviser - Vacant.
9. Alhaji Mukaila Afolabi - Public Relations Officer.
10. Prince Jamiu Adio Saka - Immediate Past President.
11. Engr. Lukman Erogbogbo - Ex-Officio Elected.
12. ACP opoola A. Taiwo (Rtd) - Ex-Officio Elected.
13. Alhaja M. O. Oduloye - Ex-0fficio Elected.
14. Otunba Ganiu O. Abiru - Ex-Officio Elected.
15. Mr. Adeola Elliot - Ex-Officio Elected.
16. Mrs. Folake Jayeoba - Ex-Officio Elected.
17. Chief Kaoli Olusanya - Ex-Officio Elected.
18. Mr. Adewale Disu - Auditor.
19. Chief Michael Ojo, MNIM - Director General.