By Peter Dansu In a fiery yet heartfelt message that has sparked widespread reactions on social media, prominent Badagry-born advocate and...
By Peter Dansu
In a fiery yet heartfelt message that has sparked widespread reactions on social media, prominent Badagry-born advocate and youth voice, Prince Babajide Akran, has delivered a bold and thought-provoking address to the newly elected chairpersons of the Badagry Federation.
Celebrating the victors of the recent local government polls — Hon. Hunpe Babatunde (Badagry Local Government), Hon. Rauf Kayode Yemaren (Badagry West LCDA), and Hon. Ajose Peter Kumayon (Olorunda LCDA) — Akran extended warm congratulations but made it clear: the time for celebration is short, and the time for accountability has begun.
“Local government is the heartbeat of our communities,” he wrote. “It’s the closest government to us — the people. It’s more than a council office; it’s where real change begins.”
In a no-holds-barred tone that mixes passion with public demand, Akran’s message reads like both a warning and a rallying cry. He acknowledges the political sacrifices and financial commitments made during the campaigns but insists that public service must rise above personal gains.
“We get it, politics can feel like a high-stakes game… But don’t forget the people who put you there. Your communities aren’t just votes; they’re families, dreamers, and hustlers who need leaders that care.”
He challenges the new chairpersons to move away from tokenism and “stomach infrastructure” — a term often used to describe handouts and short-term giveaways — and instead focus on meaningful, sustainable development.
“We’re done with being an afterthought. Badagry deserves better. We need roads that don’t crumble, schools that inspire, markets that thrive, and communities where every voice counts.”
Akran also took aim at a longstanding culture of silence and low expectations in the area, coining a biting phrase: “The days of ‘Bad-agreement’ are over.” According to him, residents are now awake, informed, and ready to demand transparency, results, and justice.
“Expect questions — on the streets, in the media, and if need be, in the courts. If you’re thinking of playing the old game of filling pockets while the people wait, better hire a whole squad of ‘data boys’ to spin your story, because we’re not buying it.”
But it wasn’t all tough talk.
Akran offered a vision of hope and legacy — one where the current leaders could become transformational figures in Badagry’s history.
“You’ve got a golden chance to be heroes… Imagine being the chairperson who transforms Badagry, who builds a legacy that outlives your term.”
He urged them to prioritize functional projects — good roads, quality healthcare, youth empowerment, and the preservation of Badagry’s unique heritage as a historic coastal town — and to govern with integrity, inclusiveness, and vision.
“Work with the people, not above them. Let’s see budgets that reflect progress, not personal agendas. The 1999 Constitution gives you the mandate — now use it.”
Akran ended his post with a clear message that resonated with many:
“We’re rooting for you to do right, but we’re ready to rumble if you don’t. Let’s make Badagry the pride of Lagos, not a forgotten corner. The clock’s ticking — show us what you’ve got.”
The post has since gone viral in local digital circles, with many praising its fearless tone and timely call for a renewed sense of public service in grassroots governance.
As the new chairpersons settle into office, all eyes — including Babajide Akran’s — are watching.
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