Bello Lawal Succeeds Mu’azu Maifata As ALGON President

The Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON) has elected Hon. Bello Lawal from Katsina State as its new president.

The election took place during the National Executive Council (NEC) meeting of the association, held at the Ta’al Conference Hotel in Lafia, the Nasarawa State capital.

The election follows the expiration of the tenure of Hon. Aminu Mua’zu Maifata, the outgoing president, on October 8, 2024.

Vacancy in the association

The transition was overseen by the National Chairman of the Board of Trustees of ALGON, Chief Odunayo Ategbero who emphasised on the need for a swift election to ensure no vacancy in the association’s leadership.

In his acceptance speech, Lawal expressed gratitude to the NEC members for entrusting him with the leadership of the association.

He vowed to build on the achievements of his predecessor and ensure that ALGON continues to advocate for the autonomy of local governments in the country.

“I am deeply honored by this responsibility, and I assure you all that I will give my very best to further the cause of this great organisation,” 

“With the support of every member, I am confident that we can push the objectives of ALGON to a desirable end, especially in the ongoing struggle for local government autonomy,” Lawal stated.

He further called for unity among members, emphasising the need for cooperation to achieve their common goals.

“I appeal to all members to work together with me to achieve the vision we all share for strengthening governance at the local level,” he stated.

The outgoing President, Aminu Mu’azu Maifata, in his farewell speech, congratulated Lawal and urged ALGON members to extend their full support to the new leadership.

He however praised the NEC for conducting a peaceful and transparent election, expressing confidence in Lawal’s ability to steer the association in the right direction.

“I have no doubt that Bello Lawal will lead ALGON to greater heights. I call on all of you to give him the same cooperation you gave me during my tenure,” Maifata noted

Voice of Nigeria reports that Hon. Bello Lawal is also the ALGON chairman of Katsina state who was elected alongside other officials to mantle the leadership of the association.