The Ibeju-Lekki Local Government on Saturday 28th February 2026, convened a crucial Stakeholders’ Meeting on the rehabilitation of Gbadamosi Alo Street, off MLM Abijo Food Hub, as part of ongoing infrastructural development efforts within the Local Government Area.
Representing the Executive Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government, Abdullahi Sesan Olowa, the Chief of Staff, Hon. Issa Al’maruf Olayinka, delivered the welcome address. He expressed profound appreciation to the Executive Governor of Lagos State, Babajide Olushola Sanwo-Olu, for his unwavering commitment and numerous infrastructural projects allocated to Ibeju-Lekki Local Government.
He further commended the Council Chairman for his selfless leadership and visionary Administration aimed at transforming Ibeju-Lekki into the “New Lagos,” particularly through sustained improvements in infrastructure, Security, Education and other essential social amenities under the SHIEELD Agenda. He emphasized that the proposed road project is well-equipped with necessary facilities and solicited maximum cooperation from residents to ensure smooth execution.
In his keynote address, the Chief Whip of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Ibeju-Lekki Constituency 1, Hon. Mojeed Fatai Adebola, applauded Governor Sanwo-Olu for consistently remembering Ibeju-Lekki in the State’s developmental blueprint. He noted that the Governor has demonstrated exemplary leadership in advancing Lagos State’s infrastructure drive and bringing impactful projects to the Local Government. He sought the opportunity to admonish the residents to get their Voter’s Card to be able to cast their votes for the right candidates in the forthcoming election in 2027.
Providing technical insights into the project, the representative from the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, Engr. Soyombo, stated that the road rehabilitation was approved to enhance access to the Agric Food Hub located along the corridor, thereby ensuring free and safe movement of residents and businesses. He disclosed that the project includes construction of standard drainage systems with culverts to mitigate flooding during the rainy season, installation of service chambers and solar-powered street lighting to enhance security. The road will have a width of 10 meters within a 15-meter right of way.
Speaking on behalf of the contractors, Mr. Sola Ige (ARC), Principal Architect, Rhema Project BCEGI, assured stakeholders that the project would be executed with professionalism and delivered within the stipulated timeframe, maintaining optimum service standards.
The Chairman, Baale-in-Council, Chief Rosululahi Adewale Oluwa, expressed gratitude to Governor Sanwo-Olu and the Executive Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government for their steadfast dedication to infrastructural growth, Security enhancement and overall socio-economic development within the State and the Local Government.
During the interactive session, stakeholders and residents raised questions and made contributions regarding the scope and implementation of the project.
The Project Engineer from the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure provided comprehensive and satisfactory responses, reaffirming the Government’s commitment to transparency and Community engagement.
Dignitaries present at the meeting included: The Chief Whip, Lagos State House of Assembly, Ibeju-Lekki Constituency 1, Hon. Mojeed Fatai Adebola, Engr. Soyombo, Project Representative Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, Mr. Sola Ige (ARC); Project Manager, Mr. Lazarus Joseph, Legislative Council Leader, Hon. Olayinka Mojeed Oluwafemi, Hon. Zainab Eletu, the Majority Leader, Chief of Staff, Hon. Issa Al’maruf Olayinka;, Chairman, Baale-in-Council, Chief Rosululahi Adewale Oluwa, Mr. Sanmi Olubanji, CDC Chairman, Comr. Jabita Adeboye, CDA Chairman, Mr. Sunny Wahab; Women Leader Representative, Mrs. Gloria Salisu, Zonal Chairman (Zone A), Baale Labora, Chief Kazeem Salisu Adeniyi, Host Baale, Chief Talibu Lukmon Omolaja; Chief Imam Labora, Alhaji Abeed Amidu, Miss Odubote Hadizah and other respected Community leaders and Stakeholders.
The Stakeholders’ Meeting reaffirmed the collective resolve of Government and Community members to collaborate effectively toward the successful completion of the Gbadamosi Alo Street rehabilitation project for the overall benefit of residents and businesses within Ibeju-Lekki Local Government.
