2026 New Year: Ejigbo LCDA Chairman, Aare Taoheed Taiwo, Sets Agenda for Unity and Civic Participation

EJIGBO, LAGOS — As Nigeria enters the year 2026, the Executive Chairman of Ejigbo Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Aare Taoheed Adebayo Taiwo (TAT), has issued an official New Year message to his constituents, calling for a “Renewed Hope” centered on unity and active governance.

In the statement released on January 1, the Chairman emphasized that the new year serves as a critical period for consolidating the progress made by his administration. A key highlight of the address was a direct appeal to the youth and women of Ejigbo to participate in the upcoming Permanent Voter Card (PVC) registration exercise, which is set to begin this month.

According to the Chairman, the exercise is a fundamental step for residents to “actively shape the future” of the community.

The full statement from Aare Taoheed Adebayo Taiwo is provided below:

FULL TEXT: NEW YEAR MESSAGE – 2026 | Aare Taoheed Adebayo Taiwo (TAT)

Renewed Hope. United for Progress.

“As we step into 2026, I extend my New Year greetings to the good people of Ejigbo LCDA, families and friends. This year calls for renewed hope, stronger unity, and purposeful action as we continue to build a government that truly serves the people.

The Renewed Hope agenda is about continuity, inclusion, and results. It is about consolidating progress and positioning Ejigbo for greater opportunities through collective effort and unity of purpose.

I urge all residents—especially our youth and women—to take full advantage of the PVC registration commencing this January. This is your opportunity to be counted, to be heard, and to actively shape the future of our community.

With unity as our strength and hope as our drive, 2026 will deliver even greater impact for Ejigbo LCDA.

Ìdèrà Olúwa Dẹ̀. Happy New Year!

Aare Taoheed Adebayo Taiwo (TAT) Executive Chairman, Ejigbo LCDA”

Analysis and Community Impact

The Chairman’s emphasis on the “Renewed Hope” agenda aligns with broader regional efforts to ensure inclusive governance. By prioritizing PVC registration as a central theme of his New Year charge, Aare Taiwo signals a focus on democratic empowerment within the LCDA as the political calendar for the year unfolds.

Local observers suggest that the call for “purposeful action” may precede new community-based initiatives expected to be rolled out by the council in the first quarter of 2026.

How to check your PVC status online This video provides practical steps for Nigerian citizens to verify their voter status, which is essential for following Aare Taiwo’s call to civic action this January.