The Symposium was themed “Advantages of Youth Engagement Programmes” with event such as Teachers’ empowerment; Keynol’s Induction as well as presentation of GCE forms to students.

There is no gain saying the fact that the youths of Ojodu LCDA have been feeling the positive impacts of grassroots governance and inclusiveness. These assertions were corroborated by the massive turnout and various testimonies from the youths of the LCDA.

While giving his address, Odunmbaku appreciated the youths and members of his administration for the journey so far while elucidating on the programmes implemented by his administration. He also spoke on his commitment towards making young people realize their potentials and aspirations in life.

“The youth demography is an important segment of the society as well as future. Therefore, I implore you to take advantage of this administration’s capacity-building initiatives such as the vocational trainings and educational programmes for self-development and self-reliance. We have gone past the years of relying on white-collar jobs. With the aid of technological innovations, diverse opportunities have been presented which would pave ways for financial

would pave ways for financial independence culminating into the society of our dreams” the Mayor said.

He also reiterated skills acquisition as a pivotal aspect of his progammes which made the administration to upgrade the ICT training center to an Information Technology Hub for globally relevant skills, and introduction of youths in the LCDA into mechanized agriculture. All of these are being carried out through subventions and partnership with relevant agencies and organizations.

The representative of the LGA Youth Leader, Rufus Osulana thanked the Chairman for his focus-oriented leadership and also advised youths to fully embrace the programmes and policies of the administration.

Likewise, in a bid to reward conscientious and hard-working teachers within the LCDA, Odunmbaku partnered with Adedeji Awolola Foundation to present cheques and consolation prizes worth One million Naira; after an online-based assessment had been conducted. A cheque of One Million Naira was also presented to the office of Ikeja Local Government Education Authority (LGEA) towards the procurement of utility bus. In addition, over 200 GCE forms were distributed to students.

While responding to the gesture, the Secretary Ikeja LGEA, Comrade Abolore noted that the donations were the first of its kind since his assumption into office. He also commended the Chairman for all the educational initiatives that have placed the LCDA in the front burner as responsible and responsive grassroots government.

Also at the event were the Vice Chairman, Hon. Bunmi Oluyadi, Leader of the Legislative House, Hon. Opeyemi Apatira, other legislator, executive members and management team,Ojodu Youths and other stakeholders.

Mr Omideyi, a Chief Superintendent of Corps alongside his Deputy Superintendent of Corps, (DSC) Okpanachi Peace, shared his plans with the chairman, explaining how he intends to carry out his duties towards maintaining law and order, while tackling other security issues within Ikeja as a city.

Also citing areas where support is needed, the new security boss took the opportunity to solicit for the administration’s intervention to allow them execute their roles more efficiently within Ojodu and its environs.

However, the Chairman, in the company of the Vice Chairman, Bunmi Oluyadi, the Head Of Admin, Engr Dele Abayomi and the Secretary to the LCDA, Olaide Bello amongst other officials welcomed the new security boss and promised to continue with the already existing relationship with the NSCDC.

The Council boss also promised to meet the immediate needs of the security outfit, reinstating their importance in creating a safer Lagos for everyone.

The bridges are; Fadunsi, Adeshina, Yakoyo and Mobil local bridges within the area.

The bridge replacement is part of his administration program over the next two years.

The council boss made this promised when he visited the bridge in company of councillor Ward E, Honourable Lekan Peters, his Chief of Staff, Mr Bode Olaniyan and the Chairman Ojodu LCDA National Union of Local Government Employees (NULGE), Engr. Rufai Abolore, for inspection and assessing the conditions of the bridges on Thursday, February 17.

According to him, the council would collaborate with private organisations on a Public-Private Partnership basis (PPP) to construct the new bridges. Also working with necessary security agencies on adequate security architecture of these areas.

Odunmbaku stated that the bridges will be replaced in collaboration with the Community Development Association (CDAs), Community Development Committee (CDCs), landlords association, business owners, traders and all stakeholders along those routes.

The council boss said the upgrade of Adeshina bridge will allow the council to repair Adeniyi Oke and Adeshina Streets among others.

He added that the Fadunsi bridge replacement would be a laudable project and it is expected to link the Housing Estates at the axis.

The projects, on completion, will facilitate good road network, movement of goods and services, improve the local economy, properties will increase in value and overall better quality of life of residents of Ojodu and its environs.

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