It was a moment of relief and excitement for residents of Fagbohun Street, Alausa, Ikeja, as the Executive Chairman of Ikeja Local Government, Comrade Akeem Olalekan Dauda (AKOD), officially performed the groundbreaking ceremony for the construction of an interlocking paved road, marking another significant step in his administration’s infrastructure renewal drive.
The project, which is expected to enhance accessibility, improve connectivity and stimulate commercial activities within the community, is the seventh road intervention being undertaken by the AKOD-led administration.
The ceremony attracted prominent local government officials, community leaders and other stakeholders, including the Vice Chairman, Hon. Abisola Omisore; Secretary to the Local Government, Prince Adeyinka Illo; Councillor representing Ward F, Hon. Lawal Ganiu; Hon. Folami Babatunde; Council Manager, Mr. Bawa Rasheed-Bada; Baale of the community, Baale Mufutar Toyin Badmus; Chief Imam of Alausa Central Mosque, Alhaji Rufai Saliu; Rev. Sunday Makinde; CDC Chairperson, Alhaja Adefolami Taibat; Alhaji Adepitan; and Alhaji Lateef Ajenifuja. Engineer Bode Best also attended on behalf of the contractor.
Speaking at the event, Chairman Dauda disclosed that the project was initiated in response to a request by residents during a stakeholders’ engagement meeting held shortly after his administration assumed office.
He described Fagbohun Street as strategically important, noting that its connection to Balogun Street would provide an alternative access route into Alausa, reduce travel distances and ease movement within the community.
According to him, the road would particularly benefit residents and motorists accessing Alausa from Ikeja through the Mobil axis, while facilitating the movement of people, goods and services.
“One of the requests made by the community during our stakeholders’ meeting was the construction of this road. We considered it necessary because of its strategic importance in connecting the streets and improving access into Alausa.
“This road will make movement easier, support commercial activities and provide residents and business owners with better access in and out of the community,” he said.
The Chairman revealed that the project would be executed by Road Makers and Builders Integrated Limited (RC 946282), while the Works and Infrastructure Department of Ikeja Local Government would oversee its supervision.
He announced a three-month completion timeline and charged the contractor to maintain high construction standards, adhere strictly to project specifications and deliver quality work within the stipulated period.
He also appealed to residents to cooperate with the construction team to ensure seamless execution, assuring them that the project would be closely monitored to guarantee quality delivery and value for public resources.
Dauda further assured the community that the completed road would be formally commissioned and handed over to residents.
Fagbohun Street becomes the seventh road project embarked upon by the AKOD administration, with additional infrastructure interventions expected in line with its development agenda under the I.K.E.J.A Agenda, particularly the Infrastructure and Urban Renewal pillar.
In his remarks, the Ward F Councillor, Hon. Lawal Ganiu, commended the Chairman for responding to the yearnings of residents, disclosing that he personally facilitated the request for the road construction following complaints about the deplorable condition of the street.
He explained that the project would significantly improve connectivity between the Odewale and Makinde axis and Balogun Street, making transportation and movement within the community more convenient.
Ganiu also appreciated residents for their cooperation and support, noting that their understanding had helped eliminate potential obstacles to the commencement of construction.
Earlier, in his welcome address, the Council Manager, Mr. Bawa Rasheed-Bada, described the groundbreaking ceremony as another important milestone in the administration’s determination to renew infrastructure, improve accessibility and promote sustainable development across Ikeja.
The project further underscores the AKOD administration’s commitment to translating community demands into tangible development projects and improving the quality of life of residents.
