Sanwo-Olu Administration Flags Off 200-Metre Road Construction in Ifelodun LCDA

Yomi Durojaye 

The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to grassroots development with the official flag-off of the construction of a 200-metre stone-paved road on Sanni Street, Ifelodun Local Council Development Area (LCDA).

Sanwo-Olu Administration Flags Off 200-Metre Road Construction in Ifelodun LCDA

The Special Adviser to the Governor on Rural Development, Dr. Nurudeen Yekinni Agbaje, who performed the flag-off on behalf of the State Government, described the project as “more than a road construction – it is a new chapter in the story of development for the Ifelodun community.”

While giving his keynote address, Dr. Agbaje explained that Governor Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu has consistently prioritised inner roads that connect communities, reduce travel-time, and enhance the free flow of people and goods across Lagos. According to him, the project reflects the administration’s commitment to ensuring even development across all 57 Local Government Areas and LCDAs in the State.

“This road may appear modest in length, but its impact will be enormous. For the people of Sanni Street, it will ease daily stress, improve accessibility, and enlarge economic opportunities. This is why Mr. Governor has made rural infrastructure a cardinal focus,” the Special Adviser said.

He further assured that the 200-metre road, which is expected to be completed within six months, would not only bring immediate relief to residents but also stimulate business activities and enhance the overall environmental outlook of the area. He called on community members to take ownership of the project, protect contractors during the construction process, and provide the cooperation needed for smooth delivery.

Also speaking at the event, the Member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Ajeromi-Ifelodun Constituency 1, Honourable Lukman Olumo, commended Governor Sanwo-Olu for cascading the dividends of democracy to the grassroots and thanked Dr. Agbaje for ensuring a prompt flag-off once approval was secured from the Governor.

Hon. Olumo gave strong assurances to his constituents, pledging that he would continue to push for projects that would aid the growth and development of Ajeromi-Ifelodun.

“Every genuine need of my constituency that advances our community will be taken to the State, and I will not rest until it is delivered,” he assured. 

In his technical presentation, representative of the construction company, JIBC Engineering Nigeria Limited, Engineer Seun Orekomaya, disclosed that the road project is designed as a stone-paved carriageway with covered drainage that doubles as pedestrian walkways, as well as solar-powered streetlights to enhance safety and security. He added that the company will deliberately partner with local artisans and skilled-workers in the area as a way of empowering residents economically during the construction period.

Beyond the flag-off, the event also featured an inspiring empowerment initiative. Cash grants were presented to youths in the community who had successfully completed a summer training programme facilitated by Hon. Lukman Olumo. The grants were personally handed over to the beneficiaries by Dr. Agbaje, who noted that youth empowerment remains an integral part of sustainable development.

He remarked that while infrastructure provides the physical framework for development, empowering young people provides the human capital required to sustain progress.

The event was well-attended by political leaders, community stakeholders, and residents who trooped out in large numbers to witness what many described as a long-awaited relief for Sanni Street.

Among the dignitaries present were the APC Chairman of Ifelodun LCDA, Honourable Babatunde Aderemi Olalekan; former Executive Secretary, Ifelodun LCDA, Honourable Adigun Wahab; and the CDC Chairman, Ifelodun LCDA, Alhaji Idowu Bolaji Jimoh, alongside many other notable leaders and stakeholders.

With the flag-off, the administration of Governor Sanwo-Olu has once again demonstrated its commitment to matching words with action, proving that development is not just a promise but a reality that residents can see, feel, and experience in their everyday lives.

Lagos First Lady flags off free surgeries for 150 residents in Lagos

... Reiterates Government’s Commitment To Reposition Health Sector

AgegePulse Magazine

Wife of the Governor of Lagos State, Dr.(Mrs.) Ibijoke Sanwo-Olu on Tuesday flagged-off a free surgical intervention programme for residents, as part of activities commemorating the 100 days in office of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu's administration.

The free health mission, which is being organised in partnership with a non-Governmental Organisation (NGO), Benjamin Olowojebutu Foundation, features free surgeries for residents suffering from Lipoma, Hernia, Fibroid and Breast Lumps, as well as free dental and general health screening.


Speaking at the flag-off ceremony held at General Hospital, Ijede, a suburb of Ikorodu, the First Lady said the development further underscores the commitment of the present administration towards revamping, rejuvenating and repositioning the health sector in the State for topnotch service delivery to the people.

According to her, the exercise was instructive considering the fact that a considerable level of commitment to revamp the health sector in the State had been aptly demonstrated since May 29, 2019.

In her words, "The second pillar of the developmental agenda for a greater Lagos promised by this administration as espoused in T.H.E.M.E.S speaks to provision of affordable, qualitative and accessible healthcare, as well as the implementation of initiatives to rev up healthcare delivery and equally ensure a healthy, livable and sustainable environment.


"In furtherance of this, the 110-Bed Maternal and Child Centre (MCC) in Eti-Osa was completed and commissioned, while work is nearing completion on two others in Badagry and Epe, with more to follow. Also, the State Government flagged off Free Medical Mission for 21,000 children and adults in partnership with Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu/Kadri Obafemi Hamzat (BOSKOH) Lagos Healthcare Mission International, as part of efforts to improve the health of residents, especially children”, she added.


The First Lady explained that over 21, 000 people were screened at seven centres over a period of six days in the ongoing programme, while a total of 1417 free surgeries were conducted for residents, including eye surgery for children and adults, pediatric surgery, dental surgery, orthopaedic surgery, and ENT (Ear, Nose and Throat) surgery.


While commending the Benjamin Olowojebutu Foundation (BOF) for coming up with the initiative to partner with the State Government, she asserted that in view of available statistics which reveal that about 50 per cent of the Nigerian female population aged 15 to 44 live with Fibroids, any medical intervention to address it and other diseases was most commendable.



She, therefore, urged other well-meaning individuals and organisations to emulate such laudable gesture by supporting the present administration's efforts to improve the health indices of the State.

Also speaking, Permanent Secretary, Lagos State Ministry of Health, Dr. (Mrs) Titilayo Goncalves said the free surgeries were in furtherance of the premium placed on healthcare by the government, especially in reaching out to vulnerable residents of the State at the grassroots including the elderly, the very young, and people living with disabilities.

"Our objective for Lagos, one of the largest Mega Cities in the world, is to institutionalise accessible, efficient and qualitative health care that is affordable to all our residents, irrespective of class or status and we are here again today to demonstrate our commitment to these values," she said.

Earlier, Executive Director of the Foundation, Dr Benjamin Olowojebutu said since the initiative commenced, a total of 1405 residents have been screened, while out of the 150 planned surgeries, 51 life-transforming surgeries have already been performed on five patients with Fibroids, 33 with Lipomas and 13 with Breast Lumps.

J.S Babatunde Flags Off Pediatrics Care Week

In a bid to address the issue of inadequate health care attention for children and pregnant women under his jurisdiction, the Executive Chairman of Orile Agege LCDA, Mr. Johnson Sunday Babatunde has began the second phase of the Maternal Newborn and Child Health Week.

The initiative which is regarded as first of its kind in the LCDA attracted infants, nursing mothers and pregnant women across the council.

As a clear sign that the well being and survival of the weak vessels is paramount to the Chairman, the initiative is already being twice within four months of his assumption into office.

J.S Babatunde, Vice- Chairman, Mrs Oluwatoyin Akanni-Pedro, Secretary to the LCDA, Mr James  Agboola, Supervisors, several health workers and other dignitaries across the area thronged Odunmbaku Public Health Centre in Orile - Agege LCDA yesterday to declare the one-week-long and all-encompassing pediatrics care exercise open.

It started with demonstration of Hand Washing by Environmental Health Officers to mothers before the Wife of the Executive Chairman, Mrs Mojisola Babatunde administered Vitamin-A on the children. Subsequently, mosquito nets and hygiene packs were given to the women.

Agege Pulse learnt that within the one week duration of this programme, pregnant women, nursing mothers and their babies will get attention in different areas ranging from  Malnutrition Screening, Deworming Exercise, Polio Immunization, IPT for malaria in Pregnancy and Family Planning.

Also,  it was gathered that the exercise will be carried out in all the four (4) Primary Health Centers in Orile - Agege, Lagos State.

Speaking at the flag off, Mr Babatunde urged mothers to give utmost attention to immunizing their children in order to prevent life threatening diseases adding that it's imperative for pregnant mothers to take adequate care of themselves and their unborn babies.