By Olamide Abdur Rasak
The Chairman of Alimosho Local Government, Hon. Akinpelu Ibrahim Johnson, has commemorated his first 100 days in office with a major empowerment initiative and the unveiling of multiple infrastructure projects aimed at improving residents’ welfare and strengthening community development.
At a colourful ceremony held at the newly completed multi-purpose Hall, 500 residents received ₦100,000 each through the Renewed Hope Cash Support programme. The empowerment event marked the culmination of a week-long showcase of the administration’s achievements since the assumption of office.
As part of the activities, Hon. Akinpelu commissioned several key projects, including the interlocking of Bamgbola Street road, the rehabilitation of Benstar Street road, the new CDC Administrative Building, a modern Customary Court Building, the renovated Central Mosque, a refurbished Chapel, and a new public toilet facility. These projects were inaugurated by notable traditional rulers, former council chairmen, and other dignitaries.
Speaking at the event, Hon. Akinpelu emphasized the importance of the newly established Alimosho Community Rights and Advocacy Centre and the Customary Court.
According to him: “The Advocacy Centre stands as a lighthouse — a beacon for the confused, a refuge for the troubled, and a compass for citizens seeking guidance. Our new Customary Court is a testament to our belief that justice delayed is harmony denied.”
He added that the empowerment initiative was not a one-off intervention, noting that beneficiaries were selected through artisans, religious bodies, youth groups, and community development committees.
“This programme will be continuous because we intend to reach more people across Alimosho,” he said.
The event was graced by dignitaries including: Hon. Lukmon Orelope, Member of the Lagos State House of Assembly, Alimosho Constituency I; former House of Representatives member, Hon. Femi Adebanjo; former Alimosho LG Chairman, Sir Ayo Akinyemi and Vice Chairman, West Senatorial District of the state chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Babatunde Sunday Aboyade.
Several traditional rulers including: the Elegbeda of Egbeda, HRM Oba Hammed Omogoriola Orelope-Laka; the Onishasha of Shasha Kingdom, HRM Oba Nasiru Babatunde Ogunronbi; and the Alaye of Orisunmbare, HRM Oba Akibu Adebowale Raufu, among others were also present and they all commended the Chairman’s pace of work and commitment to the people.
In his remarks, the Council Manager, Dr. Idowu Banjoko praised the Chairman’s leadership style, stating that: “In my over 30 years of service, I have never worked with a chairman as compassionate as Hon. Akinpelu.”
Hon. Akinpelu assured residents that his administration will continue to deliver impactful projects and people-focused programmes as it advances beyond its first 100 days.
