The Epe Local Government Council Chairman, Princess Surah Animashaun, has said the Grand Chief Commander Award conferred on a member of Lagos State Governor's Advisory Council (GAC), Alhaji Shakiru Akanni Seriki-Bamu by the Prestigious Epe club, is an award well deserved.

A statement by the LG Chairperson, Princess Animashaun, said, “Akanni Seriki-Bamu has successfully made a masterpiece out of Epe division and Lagos State at large. The award is a confirmation of the Seriki-Bamu’s popularity and credence as a progressive leader who has continued to use his resources for the common good of all.

“His exemplary leadership, selfless service, and invaluable contributions to the growth and development of our beloved community is a testament to the prestigious award and recognition.

“Akanni Seriki-Bamu has so far shown a firm resolve to creating a better reality for everyone in Epe division, your tireless efforts to promote unity, progress, and social welfare in Epe division have not gone unnoticed.

"Indeed, you are a shining example of dedication, integrity, compassion, selflessness and community spirit that is worth emulating, we are proud to associate with you and celebrate your exceptional leadership, achievements as personality of inestimable value."

"Your immense contributions has made Epe, a model Council of good governance, and we are quite delighted that he is being recognised with the Grand Commander of the Prestigious Epe Club.

"May this recognition inspire you to continue serving our community with the same passion, relentlessness, vision, energy, wisdom, and generosity that have made you a highly revered figure in Epe division and nationally."