‎The Lagos State Government has formally flagged off the construction of a 670-metre Adebayo-Akinade Road in Igbogbo-Baiyeku Local Council Development Area, forming a part of the government’s goal to reduce rural-urban migration and promote balanced development across the State. ‎‎
The flag off was conducted at Adebayo-Akinade Street, Igbogbo-Baiyeku by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Rural Development, Dr. Nurudeen Yekinni Agbaje, who represented Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu.‎‎
According to Sanwo-Olu, the project is one of the numerous infrastructure projects being undertaken by his administration through the Office of Rural Development.‎‎
It was revealed that six similar road projects had recently been approved for immediate commencement of six similar road projects and that the projects, alongside other rural development initiatives, are providing economic opportunities and improving the quality of life of residents across the State.‎‎
Residents and community stakeholders urged to provide a conducive environment for the project’s execution, charging the contractor to ensure to maintain the highest standards of quality while adhering to the approved timeline.‎‎
The Honourable Member representing Ikorodu Constituency II, Hon. (Dr.) Aro Moshood commended the Governor for his inclusive development agenda, particularly the administration’s efforts to transform rural communities into semi-urban communities through the provision of critical infrastructure.
‎‎He highlighted that over the past seven years, over seven critical road projects in Ikorodu had been approved by Sanwo-Olu, stating that the projects had contributed significantly to the economic empowerment of rural residents while reducing rural -urban migration.‎‎
Meanwhile, in her welcome address, the Permanent Secretary, Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, Mrs. Kikelomo Bolarinwa, expressed appreciation to Sanwo-Olu for his continuous commitment towards rural development, especially through infrastructural development and social amenities which have fostered economic activities while improving living conditions.
‎‎She encouraged community members to take responsibility of the project and ensure that it remains protected from vandalism.