Kunle Adelabu
-Rollout achievements in infrastructural, healthcare, environment, education, others
-Launches Iranlowo Owo Apa Empowerment
The Executive Chairman, Ikorodu North Local Council Development Area (NYCN), Hon. Ameen Olawale Ibrahim Apanisile, popularly called “Apa” or “Mayor of Ikorodu North”, has high lightened his administration’s focus to be a New Deal that gives priority to the people, promotes inclusivity and drives progress and development.
In this wise, Apanisile, said that he is focused on improving infrastructure, enhancing healthcare, education and sanitation and also bringing about sustainable development in other sectors by drawing people closer to the government and to collaborate with others.
The council boss who served as two term vice chairman in the last eight years, revealed this at his 100 Days in office when he commissioned several projects that have direct impact on residents of his council and also aid administrative efficiency on Tuesday.
Hon. Apanisile commissioned staff quarters at Odo -Nla PHC to boost 24 hours health care delivery, a new ambulance, maternal waiting hall, Ikorodu North Area Office, and renovated Marriage Registry and CDC House.
He also launched a social scheme – Iranlowo Owo Apa Empowerment Programme, where residents across communities in Ikorodu North – small scale business owners, artisans, youth, elders and vulnerable residents received direct financial support of N100, 000 each.
“I stand before you to reflect on 100 days of service, dedication and commitment to the people of Ikorodu North. It hasn’t been an easy journey, but with your support and prayers, we have made significant strides in moving our beloved LCDA forward.
“We have focused on building a New Deal – that prioritises the people, promotes inclusivity and drives progress. From improving infrastructure to enhancing healthcare, education and sanitation, we’ve worked to bring government closer to the people tirelessly.
“Our achievements are many, but I’ll highlight a few. We have constructed walk bridge, renovated schools, and improved water access. We have strengthened healthcare delivery and supported local businesses. We have also taken steps to improve governance, transparency and accountability.”
He reeled out what his administration has been able to embark upon on the first 100 days in office as the Executive Chairman:
Works & Infrastructure
Construction of link bridge connecting Apeka and Agbala communities, renovation of Marriage Registry and CDC Hall at LASTMA Yard, construction of staff quarters at Odo -Nla PHC, renovation of maternal waiting hall at Odo – Nla PHC, renovation of Chairman and Vice Chairman’s offices, and creation of reception and fully equipped conference room at the chairman’s office
Facilitated projects under works & infrastructure
7.5km Agbede – Ita Oluwo Road, Block of classrooms at Olorunda Primary School, Adamo -Araro Road project which has been completed.
Ongoing projects are construction of solar borehole and sanitation facility in partnership with Water Aid at African Bethel Primary School, Erikorodo, Zumratul Islamiyyah Primary School, Odogunyan, Idera Primary School, Agodo Alara Primary School Ebuwawa Market and Farm Settlement Primary School, Odogunyan.
He also announced that his administration is embarking on Radio – Eruwen Road, Abiodun Ogunleye Drive, 1km Ojuemuren Road, Francis Okon – Oluwaseun Road and Ebuwawa Road at Agbele.
Healthcare
Procurement of a new ambulance, renovation of Odo -Nla PHC waiting hall, reconstruction of staff quarters at Odo-Nla PHC, free medical outreach and free medication for over 500 beneficiaries, construction of Olorunda PHC staff quarters (ongoing) and cervical screening and prostrate issues screening for over 200 beneficiaries
Education
Successfully organising spelling bee competition, construction of Igbaga Secondary School (ongoing), increments of staff salaries of Igbaga Secondary School the payment of which the council is responsible for at the moment, renovation of Agodo Alara Primary School, solarised water facilities and sanitation completed in six primary schools while construction is ongoing in four schools.
Environment & Sanitation
Clearing of drains and desilting of the following roads: Ojuemeren, Adamo-Olorunda and Odogunyan Roads.
Administrative Efficiency & Governance
Payment of severance benefits to all former political office holders with full payment accruing from 2014, creation and equipping of a modern conference room, purchase of computers and photocopier machines, procurement of a 200KVA generator, purchase of new revenue buses and creation of website.
Security
Recruitment of more security personnel and security meetings with all agencies and community leaders
Others are collaboration with the youth and captains of industries.
Speaking on the social scheme through which he provided financial support for residents who received N100, 000 each, Apanishile said:
“Iranlowo Owo Apa Empowerment Programme is aimed at cushioning economic hardship, empowering young people, supporting small businesses and strengthening social stability within the Ikorodu North LCDA”
He assured stakeholders that it is not yet hurray, as he is determined on breaking more grounds through proper needs assessment, sharing views with stakeholders and collaboration.
“But we know there’s more to be done. We will continue to engage with our communities, listen to your concerns and work collaboratively to build a stronger, more prosperous Ikorodu North.”
He thanked the traditional rulers, community leaders and residents and also critical stakeholders for their unwavering support.
Prince Abiodun Ogunleye, former Deputy Governor, who commissioned some of the projects in his remarks noted,
“Today is a day of joy because our chairmen across the Ikorodu Division are making us proud and they all have listening ears and always seek for advice and inputs.
“I thank Ameen for being a diligent and trusted Vice Chairman to the immediate past Chairman for eight years without any trouble. Since he has assumed office in substantive capacity as the Chief Executive of the council, I have no doubt that he will work in harmony with Hon. Matthew Adesanya, his Vice to bring progress
“What I have seen as achievements in the first 100 days are commendable, especially the staff quarters. This will bring efficiency to healthcare delivery.
“I also notice your administration’s intervention on Itoikin Road, because we always talk about you.”
The former Deputy Governor also thanked the honourable councillors for the executive backing to achieve what they have been able to achieve and also stakeholders for collaborating with the council chairman and his administration.
He charged Apanisile and his team not to relent on his achievements and added that he must improve on what his predecessor achieved.
HRM Oba David Raji, the Eweye of Isiu, while commending the council chairman and his administration for their impact in 100 days, charged them not to relent because their are still so much ahead to be achieved.
He urged them to enshrine their names in stone by executing projects that generations yet unborn will meet and commend them.
Prince Adeniran Ogunbanwo, CDC Chairman, Ikorodu North LCDA, speaking said that the present administration has been able to achieve so much because it remains focused on meeting the yearnings of the people rather than complaining about challenges that it met.
“From the very first day, Mayor Ameen Ibrahim Olawale Apanishile and his ever-supportive Vice Mayor, Hon. Matthew Aliu Adesanya, hit the ground running.
“They did not waste time, they did not hide behind excuses, and they did not blame the past. Rather, they leveraged the existing programmes of the previous administration and boldly broke new frontiers, demonstrating what focused leadership can achieve in a short time.
“In these 100 days, the people of Ikorodu North LCDA have felt governance. This administration has rolled out interventional and infrastructural projects across critical sectors—health, education, security, road infrastructure, and environmental management.
“From the construction of much needed box culverts linking Agbala to Apeka, Complete Renovation of Children Consultation Area, Complete renovation of Odonla Area Office, Renovation of Doctors Residence at Odo Nla PHC and the provision of Ambulance to care for critical cases that require evacuation and much overdue renovation and reconstruction of Marriage Registry to the ongoing road rehabilitation, to the strengthening of local security architecture, the evidence is visible and undeniable,” Prince Ogunbanwo said.
He also lauded the Apanisile’s administration on collaboration with private organisations, community and federal representatives.
“One of the most commendable highlights of these first 100 days is the administration’s powerful synergy with NGOs, especially WATERAID NIGERIA and OPTIMAL GREENING through this collaboration, we have witnessed the commissioning of multiple WASH facilities across our communities, schools, and markets.
“Some of these projects are already serving our people. Others are under active construction, while many more are awaiting official flag-off. This is what developmental governance looks like.
“As Chairman of the CDC, I must emphasise the renewed partnership between this administration and the community development structure. Peace has been restored to CDAs that had long suffered internal crises and stagnation.”
The community leader also acknowledged the administration’s responsiveness to issues that have remained unattended to for many years.
“Troubles that lingered for years are now receiving robust, lasting solutions. Interventions are ongoing in several CDAs, and we are confident that stability, unity, and progress will prevail.”
Dignitaries at the event were Mrs Ameen Apanisile, First Lady, Ikorodu North LCDA, Mrs Matthew Adesanya, wife of Vice Chairman, Ikorodu North LCDA, Rep. Babajimi Benson, represented by Alhaji Musbau Alejo, Omoba Hammed Aroyewun, Chairman, Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA, Hon. Sunday Benson Ayodele, Chairman, Imota LCDA, Mayor Muhydeen Sanwoola, Executive Assistant to the Governor on Park Management, Permanent Secretary, Health District II who was also represented, Prince Kunle Ogunbela, former Chairman, Ikorodu North LCDA, Otunba Olasunkanmi Tijani, APC Chairman, Ikorodu North LCDA, Hon. Iyiola, former APC Chairman, Ikorodu North LCDA, Madam Salau, former APC Chairman, Ikorodu North LCDA, Hon. Odugbesi, former Secretary to Ikorodu North LCDA, Ikorodu North Councilors among others.
