Hon. Rasaq Olusola Ajala, the Executive Chairman of Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area, unveil the third edition of the Odi-Olowo Sport Fiesta and other end-of-year activities during the Press conference at the council Secretariat on November 8, 2024. He stated that the LCDA has consistently supported sporting activities since its inception, encouraging youths to showcase their talents.

He emphasized the administration’s achievements in various sectors, including Road and Infrastructure development, where 49 roads and drainages were rehabilitated.

He noted that a four-room office block was constructed for civil servants, and the Legislative Building, Council Hall, Customary Court, and Marriage Registry Hall were renovated.

In the Health sector, Hon. Ajala highlighted the LCDA’s commitment to grassroots healthcare through medical missions, free screenings, treatment, and drugs. He outlined the establishment of Primary Health Care Services for pregnant women, mothers, and children.

He stressed the importance of Education and Youth Development, citing initiatives such as Talent Hunt programs, Sport Fiestas, annual GCE distribution forms, rehabilitation of classrooms, and provision of furniture. He also mentioned the procurement of two school buses for free transportation.

Hon. Ajala announced various end-of-year activities, including skill acquisition/training programs, empowerment programs, quiz and debate competitions, ICT trainees graduation, bursary awards for indigent students, and annual sales of subsidized festive chicken.

Regarding the LCDA’s infrastructure, he mentioned the near completion of the new office complex, a legacy project aimed at providing a conducive work environment.

The Executive Chairman expressed gratitude to political office holders, civil servants, and the press for their support. He acknowledged the collaborative efforts of various stakeholders in making the LCDA a viable industrial zone in Lagos State.

Hon. Rasaq Olusola Ajala, Chairman of Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area, responding to press men, highlighting his administration’s accomplishments and future plans.

“We want our people to remember us for using our position to enable a lot of youths,” Ajala stated. “We assisted their parents by providing means to send them to tertiary institutions through our free GCE program, JAMB registration, and annual bursary award scheme.”

Ajala emphasized the establishment of two ICT centers, providing adequate and effective training for numerous youths. “We have a lot of people who are now ICT compliant,” he noted.

The Chairman unveiled plans for a multi-purpose block, which will serve as a destination for events, music recording, and research. “This facility will accommodate about 2,000 people and offer competitive rates,” he said. “By the time we finish, we intend to demolish all blocks from gates down to another gate to create a north parking space.”

Ajala highlighted the resource center within the block, catering to researchers, readers, and students. “We also have offices for all categories of staff and political office holders,” he added.

The Chairman reassured teachers and staff in local schools, promising end-of-year packages and direct transfers. “We deliberately and intentionally extend our hand of generosity to them, as they reside within our local council development area,” he explained.

Ajala reflected on lessons learned from past programs, emphasizing the importance of sustainable empowerment. “Our people tend to prefer immediate benefits rather than long-term empowerment,” he observed. “As a government, we must rethink our approach to ensure meaningful impact.”