From roads that accelerate socioeconomic development to classrooms where future leaders are nurtured to a leadership that collaborates, the vision is compelling and the drive is solid as Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA (IBLCDA) leadership leads stakeholders on progress-in-motion tours, today, Wednesday, January 14 2026.
Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun, Chairman of Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, led many stakeholders of the council to inspect and assess federal projects facilitated by Hon. Babajimi Benson, member representing Ikorodu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives.
The inspection tours offer residents firsthand assurance that projects facilitated by Hon. Babajimi Benson (JB) are not only approved on paper but actively progressing on the ground, with quality, durability, and community impact as core priorities.
Across several communities, ongoing road projects, facilitated by JB are steadily reshaping daily life. Streets once plagued by flooding and difficult access are now receiving proper drainage, solid pavement, and improved connectivity, opening up routes for traders, commuters, students, and emergency services. These roads collectively serve dozens of communities, strengthening economic activity and reducing the everyday stress of movement.
Particular attention was drawn to the Offin/Oreta Road, the largest road project currently ongoing in IBLCDA and one of the most impactful interventions facilitated by Hon. Babajimi Benson. Linking over 50 neighbouring communities, the road stands as a critical lifeline connecting homes to markets, farms to buyers, and communities to essential services. Discussions on site focused on drainage integrity and long-term resilience, underscoring total quality governance and JB’s belief in sustainable infrastructure.
The inspection also spotlighted investment in education. At Salvation Army Primary School, Agunfoye, it was observed that a six-classroom building block facilitated by Hon Benson is taking shape. This promises a more conducive learning environment for the pupils of the school. JB has always been a champion of making young learners learn within well equipped school environments.
Addressing residents during the exercise, Omo’ba Aroyewun appreciated JB for the dedication and commitment to grassroots development within IBLCDA and Ikorodu Division, as whole. The chairman noted that the scale of visible, ongoing projects facilitated by Hon. Babajimi Benson across IBLCDA and the wider Ikorodu Division speaks louder than promises. The chairman also revealed that preparations are underway for a Federal Medical Centre in Igbogbo/Baiyeku, another major intervention expected to commence soon.
While using the opportunity to encourage eligible citizens to register with the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the ongoing APC Party Registration exercise, Chairman Aroyewun highlighted JB’s facilitation of NIN enrollment machines.
The inspection drew a broad coalition of stakeholders, including development strategist, Mayor Deen Sanwo-ola; Director-General iCare Foundation; community and traditional leaders, including High Chief Taju Onasanya, the Odofin of Igbogbo, Chief Ramoni Yusuf; Baale of Oreta; and notable political leaders including Alhaji Olawale Abdullahi. The stakeholders witnessed the progress of the landmark projects and they acknowledged governments’ renewed drive for grassroot development.
Key members of the Community Development Council (CDC), including Alh. Rasak Ibiyeye; CDC Chairman, Hon. Yaya Ogunsowo; CDC Secretary, Pastor Ogunrinde Samson; CDC Zone 1 Leader, Alh. Mukthar; CDC Zone 7 leader, among other members also actively engaged the council leadership during the tours. The broad engagement reflects top-level collaboration in reinvigorating leadership.
Aside the council chairman, Barr. Ade Ayeni; Vice Chairman IBLCDA, the Leader of the council’s legislative arm, Hon. Basirat Banjoko, the Deputy Leader, Hon. Hakeem Solawon, Majority Leader, Hon. Habib Anifowose, Deputy Majority Leader, Hon. Yusuf Bello, Chief Whip, Hon. Saidat Adeoba, Hon. Wasiu Olowu; Chief of Staff to the Chairman, and Mr. Tunde Okusanya; Revenue Chairman all took full active part in the tours. The atmosphere reflected a strong harmonious working relationship in the council and signified legislative support for the collaborative vision of the council’s administration.
Youth participation was strong as representatives from youth organizations such as Dr Adeleke Dankuwo, President of the Igbogbo Youth Forum, members of the Igbogbo Student Union, officers of Ibeshe Youths and other youth groups played crucial role in the strategic tours. Their active involvement highlights the investment of the younger generation in community development and governance oversight.
Security and technical stakeholders were also actively involved, including personnel from the Local Joint Task Force. Similarly, representatives from JRB Construction Company Ltd. and Laralek Contractors, site engineers, project supervisors, and members of the iCare Foundation graced the tours with their significant presence.
As the tour concluded, one message stood clear across communities, with Hon. Babajimi Benson facilitating critical federal interventions and the HOA led administration galvanising IBLCDA-led actions, leadership is sustaining quality development in IBLCDA. Indeed, the council leadership and Hon Benson are proving that sustainable development is no longer a distant promise, it is a visible, lived experience.
Key Projects Facilitated by Hon. Babajimi Benson (JB) Inspected:
- Ilemere Road, Ibeshe (Ward C4): Ongoing construction with standard drainage systems and streetlights.
- Olu-Odo Road Ward C1): Linking Lasori-Abuja, Igbo-agbowa and Lajo community, enhancing accessibility within the communities.
•Idi-Oro Road (Ward C4): Linking Abule Oshorun to Ilemire, aimed at upgrading local road infrastructure.
- Offin/Oreta Road (Ward C3): 13 km, connecting over 50 neighbouring communities, addressing flood control and improving mobility for residents, traders, and farmers.
- Morekete Road, Ward C3: Newly approved road, scheduled for commencement soon.
- Selewu Link Road (Ward C3): Newly approved project linking Selewu to Ire, focusing on improved access and flood control.
- Salvation Army Primary School, Agunfoye: Six-classroom block under construction to enhance learning environment.
- Federal Medical Centre (upcoming): Planned major healthcare facility in IBLCDA, expected to start soon.
- NIN Enrollment Machines: Provided by JB to facilitate smoother access to National Identification registration across the LCDA.
The inspection underscored the visible impact of federal interventions facilitated by Hon. Babajimi Benson, the LCDA’s commitment to community development, and the growing collaboration between government, communities, and youth organizations to ensure that development is inclusive, sustainable, and transformative.
Feedback received from many residents featured deep appreciation to both JB and the Council Chairman. The residents not only highlighted the progress seen in road infrastructure, education infrastructure and renewed improvements in medical infrastructure, they also feel exceedingly gratified with the responsive leadership and improved governance being experienced at the council level, state level and the country, as a whole.
