The Lagos State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to urban renewal with plans to rehabilitate and upgrade more major road networks in Ikeja Government Reserved Area (GRA), including Ladoke Akintola Road, Oladipo Bateye/Tayo Ayeni/Adetunji Adeoba roads, and the Sowemimo corridor.
As part of preparations for the projects, the Office of Infrastructure in the Ministry of Works and Infrastructure held a stakeholders’ engagement meeting with residents and other affected parties to discuss the scope of work, expected benefits, and possible disruptions during construction.
Speaking at the meeting, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure, Mr. Olufemi Daramola, represented by the Permanent Secretary, Office of Infrastructure, Mr. Tokunbo Oyenuga, urged residents to cooperate with the government to facilitate the timely completion of the projects.
According to him, the roads will be reconstructed with concrete pavement technology and complemented with solar-powered street lighting and other modern infrastructure aimed at improving durability, safety, and traffic flow within the estate.
He added that the Ministry would continue to engage stakeholders throughout the project cycle to ensure effective implementation and sustainability of the infrastructure. He also advised property owners to adhere to approved building limits and avoid encroaching on road setbacks.
Responding on behalf of residents, Chairman of the Ikeja GRA Residents Association, Mr. Muiz Banire, represented by Mr. Ade Atobatele, commended the state government for addressing critical infrastructure needs in the area.
He noted that improved road infrastructure would enhance mobility, support economic activities, and contribute to the overall development of the state.
While expressing support for the initiative, he appealed to the government to ensure the timely completion of the projects to minimise disruptions to residents and businesses.
“We urge the government to ensure prompt completion of the road projects to minimise the hardship that residents and businesses may experience during construction. We assure the government of the maximum cooperation of residents towards the success of the projects,” he said.
The contractors handling the projects assured stakeholders of their commitment to delivering the roads on schedule, describing the works as an investment in community growth and long-term development.
Stakeholders at the meeting also called on the government to address concerns raised during the engagement process to ensure the successful execution of the projects.
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PIX 003: The Permanent Secretary, Office of Infrastructure, Lagos State Ministry of Works and Infrastructure, Mr Tokunbo Oyenuga addressing the residents at the Stakeholders Engagement for rehabilitation/upgrading of Ladoke Akintola road, and Oladipo Bateye/Tayo Ayeni/Adetunji Adeoba, and Sowemimo network of roads in Ikeja GRA on Thursday.
