Lagos Deputy Gov. inaugurates projects in Mosan-Okunola LCDA
By Oluwatope Lawanson
The Lagos State Deputy Governor, Dr Obafemi Hamzat, on Wednesday inaugurated two major projects in Mosan-Okunola Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Lagos.
The projects are the rehabilitation of 600 metres of Abeokuta Street and the new Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu Administrative Building.
While addressing leaders, staff and residents, Hamzat described the projects as transformative and impactful for the community.
He expressed pride in the projects, noting they would accelerate the area’s development and improve service delivery.
Hamzat said the road would improve mobility, while the administrative building would enhance governance and ease of business operations.
He praised President Bola Tinubu for creating additional LCDAs in 2003, describing the move as visionary.
According to him, the creation of LCDAs brought governance and development closer to the people.
He highlighted the importance of LCDAs in grassroots development and expressed hope they would soon receive national recognition.
“Imagine Alimosho as one council. It’s tough considering its population.
“We are lobbying to ensure the LCDAs are fully recognised and listed nationally,” he said.
The deputy governor praised outgoing Mosan-Okunola LCDA Chairman, Princess Olabisi Adebajo, for her commendable performance.
He urged the incoming chairman to build on the existing achievements and raise the standard further.
Hamzat advised all newly-elected chairmen to continue the development agenda in their respective LCDAs.
“They must meet citizens’ expectations and exceed the achievements of their predecessors,” he said.
He added that local government remained Nigeria’s development bedrock, being closest to the people.
He stressed their key role in national growth and grassroots transformation.
Hamzat urged the new chairmen not to betray the trust voters had placed in them.
He said, “The bar is high. They have no excuse not to perform excellently.
“The party and citizens will hold them accountable. They must outshine their predecessors.”
He also praised local government chairmen in Lagos, calling them the best nationwide.
“They’ve built schools, roads, health centres and supported administrative staff,” Hamzat noted.
Earlier, Adebajo said the new building symbolised a major investment in Okunola’s future.
She reaffirmed her administration’s dedication to innovation, growth and effective service delivery.
“This complex will help us serve the public better, both internally and externally,” she said.
According to her, the state-of-the-art structure has over 60 modern offices with the latest technologies.
Princess Adejoke Orelope-Adefulire described the building’s inauguration as a landmark accomplishment.
She said it reflected strong commitment to grassroots leadership and inclusive governance.
Represented by Mrs Ayo Olugbenro, she said the event celebrated vision, leadership and service.
She praised Adebajo for naming the building after President Tinubu in recognition of his legacy.
Commissioner for Local Government, Mr Bolaji Robert, commended Adebajo’s performance in infrastructure, health and welfare.
He urged residents to support the incoming chairman to ensure continued progress.
Robert reminded all that governance is a continuous process, requiring collaboration and commitment.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the building is a two-storey smart office with over 60 offices, a council chamber and digital registry. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
Edited by Esenvosa Izah / Kamal Tayo Oropo
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