Reaffirms commitment to people-oriented programs within his first 100 days in office
Projects designed to ease vehicular movement, boost commerce, and enhance accessibility
Each road to feature drainage construction and solar-powered street lights
3-month completion timeline; contractors and engineers formally unveiled
Residents, leaders, and stakeholders commend Chairman for prioritizing infrastructure renewal
The Executive Chairman of Itire-Ikate LCDA, Hon. Oluwafemi Odunayo Daniel, has officially flagged off the construction of seven key roads across the council area, under a landmark initiative tagged “Pioneer 7.”
The roads were carefully selected to address critical community needs, ensuring improved mobility, enhanced accessibility, and increased economic activity. Each project will include the construction of drainage systems and the installation of solar-powered street lights to guarantee quality, safety, and sustainability.
Roads Under the “Pioneer 7” Initiative:
Airways Ward: Olojudo Street
Agunbiade Ward: Obajimi Street
Baruwa Ward: Onadeko Street
Ramoni Ward: Dayo Ojutiku Street
Sanusi Ward: Ashabi Shoniyi Street
Odo-Olowu Ward: Tapa Street
Karounwi/Ogunsami Ward: Tossou Street
Speaking during the ceremony, Hon. Daniel reiterated that the initiative reflects his administration’s proactive governance approach and its resolve to deliver impactful projects within the first 100 days of his tenure. He assured residents that his leadership will continue to focus on initiatives that directly improve livelihoods, strengthen community development, and align with the THEMES+ Agenda of the Lagos State Government.
The well-attended flag-off ceremony brought together dignitaries and stakeholders, including:
Hon. Andrew Olaoluwa Agbeyangi, Leader of the Legislative Arm, alongside Hon. Councillors
Mrs. Vivian Odunayo Daniel: Chairperson/Wife of the Executive Chairman, Itire- Ikate LCDA
Mrs. Esther Ajose, Council Manager, with members of the Top Management Team
Hon. Akeem Arole Fancy, Former Member, House of Representatives
Hon. Akeem Adisa Bamgbola, Commissioner, Lagos State Local Government Service Commission
Hon. (Dr.) Ahmed Olanrewaju Apatira, Immediate Past Executive Chairman, represented by Hon. Kehinde Baruwa, Immediate Past SLG
Mr. Fola Raheem, representative of Hon. (Arc. Lanre Okunlola (MHR, Surulere Constituency II)
Alhaja Mulikat Ajala, Former Executive Secretary, Itire- Ikate LCDA
Forum of Itire-Ikate APC Apex Leaders
Prince Murphy Aribidesi, Representative of the Onikate of Ikateland
LGA and Ward Executives, CDC/CDA Executives, Artisan Associations, NYCN Executives, and community leaders.
Residents and stakeholders praised Hon. Daniel’s visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to infrastructure renewal, describing the “Pioneer 7” initiative as a bold step toward sustainable development in Itire-Ikate LCDA.
(c) Media & Publicity Team Office of the Executive Chairman, Itire-Ikate LCDA