FROM PROMISE TO PROOF
By Razaq Kabiru Babatunde
In 2023, the people of Ikorodu Constituency II entrusted Hon. (Dr) Abiodun Moshood Aro (AMA) with a clear mandate: to represent, to deliver, and to transform lives.
Almost three years later, as this political dispensation draws to a close, the evidence is overwhelming:
Every promise made has been fulfilled — and exceeded.
This is not a story of intentions.
This is a record of results, impact, and visible transformation.
EDUCATION & HUMAN CAPITAL DEVELOPMENT: INVESTING IN THE FUTURE
Hon. AMA’s approach to education is both strategic and compassionate; addressing access, quality, and opportunity.
AMA GIANT BRAINS INITIATIVE (DIGITAL EMPOWERMENT)
■ A visionary program designed to prepare Ikorodu youths for a technology-driven world:
■ Distribution of personal computers to outstanding and high-performing students
■ Merit-based selection system
Impact:
■ Bridged the digital divide
■ Enhanced learning capacity
■ Positioned beneficiaries for global relevance
ZERO DROPOUT INITIATIVE (EDUCATION FOR ALL)
■ A bold intervention addressing out-of-school children.
■ Identification and re-enrollment of pupils into primary schools
■ Direct community engagement to ensure compliance
Impact:
■ Reduced school dropout rates
■ Restored educational access for vulnerable children
■ Strengthened foundational education
EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT: JAMB & GCE FORMS (ANNUAL INTERVENTION)
■ Understanding financial barriers to higher education, Hon. AMA Purchased and distributed JAMB and GCE forms annually to students across the constituency
Impact:
■ Expanded access to tertiary education
■ Reduced financial burden on families
■ Encouraged academic advancement
FACILITATION OF CLASSROOM INFRASTRUCTURE
Hon. AMA directly facilitated classroom development in key schools:
■ Reri Secondary School, Oreta/Offin.
■ Lajo Junior Secondary School
■ Luwasa Secondary School, Ijede.
Impact:
■ Improved learning environments
■ Reduced overcrowding
■ Enhanced student-teacher experience
EDUCATION SEMINARS & STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP
In collaboration with Hon. Fatiha Kolejo (Lagos State Youth Parliament):
■ Organized education and youth development seminars across the constituency
Focus areas:
■ Academic excellence
■ Career development
■ Personal growth
Impact:
■ Inspired and mentored students
■ Strengthened youth engagement
■ Provided direction for future success
POWER & ENERGY INTERVENTIONS: LIGHTING UP COMMUNITIES
Recognizing that electricity drives economic and social life:
PROCUREMENT & INSTALLATION OF TRANSFORMERS
■ Purchased and facilitated installation of transformers across multiple communities in Ikorodu Constituency II
Impact:
■ Restored electricity to underserved areas
■ Boosted local businesses
■ Improved living standards
SOLAR ELECTRIFICATION (IN PARTNERSHIP WITH UNDP)
Solar equipment distributed in:
■ Ayetoro
■ Oreta
Impact:
■ Alternative power solutions
■ Improved productivity
■ Enhanced safety (with planned street lighting phase)
INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT: ROADS THAT CONNECT LIVES
Hon. AMA has delivered one of the most aggressive road intervention programs in the constituency’s history.
ROAD PALLIATIVE PROJECTS (20+ ROADS)
In partnership with Lagos State Public Works:
Key areas include:
■ Ijede Road
■ Igbopa/Ewu-owa Road
■ Oreta/Offin Road
■ Ginti–Igbe Laara Road
■ Elepe Community Road
■ Palm Avenue to Igbopa
■ Makinde Street
■ Ifelodun Street
■ Ilupeju Estate
And many more
Impact:
■ Improved accessibility
■ Reduced transportation challenges
■ Boosted economic activities
MAJOR ROAD CONSTRUCTION PROJECT
■ Ayubu Bashorun Ilupeju Road (1.3km):
Facilitated through government collaboration
Includes modern drainage system
Impact:
■ Long-term infrastructure solution
■ Flood control
■ Enhanced mobility
JUSTICE FOR MOHBAD: DEFENDING PUBLIC INTEREST
Following the tragic and controversial death of Mohbad; Hon. Aro Moshood Abiodun moved a motion at the Lagos State House of Assembly
Called on the Lagos State Government to thoroughly investigate the circumstances surrounding the death
Ensure justice is served
Impact:
■ Demonstrated responsiveness to public concern.
■ Reinforced commitment to justice and accountability.
■ Amplified the voice of the people at a critical moment.
■ Leadership is not silent in moments of injustice — it speaks and acts.
JOB CREATION & EMPLOYMENT FACILITATION: PUTTING PEOPLE TO WORK
One of the most direct impacts of leadership is putting food on people’s tables.
Hon. AMA has helped over 100 constituents secure employment with the Lagos State Government
Achieved through:
■ Strategic
■ Recommendations
■ Official introductions
■ Active solicitation and follow-ups
Impact:
■ Reduced unemployment
■ Improved family income
■ Strengthened trust in representation
This is leadership that does not just speak; it opens doors. Improved family income strengthened trust in representation.
ECONOMIC EMPOWERMENT: DIRECT FINANCIAL IMPACT
WOMEN EMPOWERMENT PROGRAM
■ Tens of millions of naira distributed to market women
■ Beneficiaries organized into 58 groups
■ Non-interest revolving funding model
Impact:
■ Strengthened small businesses
■ Promoted financial independence
■ Stimulated grassroots economy
YOUTH EMPOWERMENT & SKILL DEVELOPMENT
VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAM
■ 117 youths trained
■ 100 empowered with tools and equipment
Coverage:
■ Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA
■ Imota LCDA
■ Ijede LCDA
Impact:
■ Job creation
■ Entrepreneurial development
■ Reduced youth unemployment
LEGISLATIVE ADVOCACY & COMMUNITY INTERVENTIONS
POWER RESTORATION (IGBOPA LONDON)
■ Raised motion on ovet 8-year blackout
■ Triggered legislative action and intervention
SECURITY INTERVENTION (KIDNAPPING CRISIS)
■ Raised urgent alarm at the Assembly
Proposed:
■ Security reinforcement
■ Environmental clearing
■ Community-based protection
BILLS CO-SPONSORED FOR CONSIDERATION
■ Lagos State Health Trust Fund Bill
■ Lagos State Physical Planning and Urban Renewal (Amendment) Bill
■ Lagos State Real Estate (Amendment) Bill
■ Lagos State Research Trust Fund Bill
■ Ibile Energy Corporation Bill
■ Environmental Management and Protection (Amendment) Bill
■ Lagos State Administration of Civil Justice Bill
■ Lagos State Public Works Corporation Bill
■ Lagos State Railways Corporation Bill
■ Lagos State Tenancy Bill
■ Lagos State Wealth Fund Bill
■ Lagos State Correctional Service Bill
■ Community Development Association Bill
■ Lagos State Environmental Taskforce Bill
■ Lagos State House of Assembly Service Commission (Amendment) Bill
■ Lagos Metropolitan Transport Authority (Amendment) Bill
■ Lobbyist (Registration) Bill
■ Lagos State Transport Sector Reform (Amendment) Bill
■ Lagos State Urban and Regional Planning & Development (Amendment) Bill
■ Public Finance Management (Amendment) Bill
■ Public Private Partnership (Amendment) Bill
■ Lagos State Library Board Bill
KEY MOTIONS SPONSORED & CO-SPONSORED
■ Security & Public Safety
State of insecurity in the country
■ Spate of kidnappings incessant killings by men in military uniform
■ Need to curb activities of scavengers and manhole theft
■ Recklessness of road users
■ Extortion of motorists and commercial drivers
Commendation of Lagos State Police Command
Social Justice, Health & Public Order
■ Technology Facilitated Sexual & Gender-Based Violence (TF-SGBV)
Sensitization on sexual, domestic violence
■ Cholera outbreak response
Open defecation enforcement
■ Incessant fire outbreaks
Noise pollution & indecent exposure by lounges/nightclubs
■ Destitution and street hawking
■ Economic & Governance Matters, effects of economic policies in Nigeria prevailing economic hardship
■ Financial autonomy for local government legislative arms
■ Review of LSDPC, estates, and landlord associations
■ Collaboration with private sector for Detty December
■ Infrastructure & Environment flood incidents in Lagos State
■ Deplorable state of roads
■ LASIMRA integrity tests on masts and towers
■ Proliferation of retail gas outlets
■ Culture, Language & Heritage
■ Yoruba Language Preservation Law (2017 implementation)
■ Cultural festivals and heritage promotions
■ Indigenous legislative engagements
■ Education & Institutional Development
■ Establishment of counseling units in schools
■ Conversion of Epe General Hospital to Federal Medical Centre
■ Special Motions & Public Interest
■ World Parliamentary Day (2025)
■ World Tourism Day (2025)
Nigeria at 65
AGRICULTURE & FOOD SECURITY
■ Smile Cooperative Agricultural Multipurpose Society Ltd.
■ Addressing fish scarcity
■ To empower riverine communities
■ To promote sustainable livelihoods
PROJECT MONITORING & ACCOUNTABILITY
■ Conducted inspection tours with key government officials
Ensured:
■ Project execution
■ Quality delivery
■ Timely completion
GRASSROOTS LEADERSHIP: A LEADER AMONG THE PEOPLE
Hon. AMA’s leadership is deeply rooted in:
■ Accessibility
■ Responsiveness
■ Community engagement
■ Respect for traditional institutions
A HISTORICAL REALITY: PERFORMANCE WITHOUT PRECEDENT
THE SECOND TERM VISION: CONSOLIDATION & EXPANSION
As Hon. Abiodun Moshood Aro prepares to declare for a second term:
This is not about starting anew; it is about building on a solid foundation of proven results.
A MANDATE HONORED
In three years, Hon. AMA has:
✔ Helped more than 100 constituents secure jobs with Lagos State Government.
✔ Empowered youths digitally (AMA GIANT BRAINS)
✔ Re-enrolled out-of-school children (ZERO DROPOUT)
✔ Sponsored JAMB & GCE forms annually
✔ Built and facilitated classrooms
✔ Provided transformers across communities
✔ Improved electricity and solar access
✔ Delivered massive road infrastructure
✔ Empowered thousands of women financially
✔ Created jobs through vocational training
✔ Advocated strongly for security and public welfare
This is not just performance. This is legacy, impact, and leadership in action.
Razaq Kabiru Babatunde.
Media Director/Personal Assistant to Hon. Aro Moshood Abiodun.
