Sanwo-Olu’s Aide Inspects Rural Electrification Projects in Ikorodu Communities
The Special Adviser to Babajide Olusola Sanwo-Olu, Governor of Lagos State, on Rural Development, Dr. Nurudeen Yekinni Agbaje, has urged Community Development Associations (CDAs) to take responsibility for newly installed power infrastructure in their communities to ensure sustainability.
Dr. Agbaje made the call on Friday, March 13, 2026, during an inspection tour of communities benefiting from the state government’s ongoing rural electrification programme across the Ikorodu axis.
The visit was aimed at assessing the progress of transformer installations and other supporting infrastructure provided by the Lagos State Government through the Office of Rural Development to underserved communities.
The inspection began at Banana Estate CDA Phase One in Igbe-Lara, located within the Igbogbo-Baiyeku Local Council Development Area. The community recently received a new transformer from the state government, along with the installation of electricity poles to support the distribution of power once the project is fully completed.
Chairman of Banana Estate Igbe-Lara CDA Phase One, Mr. Keshinro Kamil, who received the delegation, expressed appreciation to the state government for bringing the much-needed infrastructure to the community.
Addressing residents during the visit, Dr. Agbaje emphasized the importance of community ownership in maintaining public infrastructure.
According to him, active participation by community leaders and residents is critical to ensuring the long-term sustainability of government projects.
He added that the administration of Governor Sanwo-Olu remains committed to closing the infrastructure gap between urban and rural communities across the state.
“Governor Sanwo-Olu is working tirelessly to ensure that communities across Lagos State, particularly rural areas, are not left behind in the provision of essential amenities,” Agbaje said.
The inspection team later moved to Pacesetter CDA in the Ibeshe axis of the same LCDA, where another electrification project is currently ongoing as part of the state government’s rural development efforts.
The tour also extended to Ajaiyi-Oronti CDA in Agbele within Ikorodu Local Government Area, where a new transformer had been delivered and installed to improve electricity supply for residents.
At the location, the delegation was received by the councillor representing Ward F in Ikorodu Local Government, Hon. Oluwakemi Buraimoh, alongside the Chairman of Ajaiyi-Oronti CDA, Alhaji Abeeb Adegbite.
Both leaders commended the Lagos State Government for its continued investment in rural development, noting that improved electricity supply would boost economic activities and enhance the quality of life in the community.
Dr. Agbaje was accompanied on the inspection by Engr. Oriyomi Hassan of the Technical Department at the Lagos State Ministry of Local Government, Chieftaincy Affairs and Rural Development, who also assessed the technical progress of the installations.
The rural electrification programme forms part of the Lagos State Government’s broader strategy to expand access to electricity, support small businesses, and promote inclusive development across rural communities.
