Development Agenda: Improving Infrastructure, Healthcare, and Education in Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA

Following his swearing-in ceremony at Alausa Ikeja on Sunday, July 27, 2025, Hon. Seyi Jakande, Chairman of Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA and son of Late Alhaji Lateef Jakande, expressed his commitment to fostering rapid grassroots development, inclusive governance, and transparency in the local government area.

He made the remark during an interview with our correspondent at the official reception held at the local council premises.

Hon. Seyi Jakande, Chairman of Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA

Jakande’s vision for Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA is anchored on his HEWA Agenda, focusing on Health, Environment, Education, Works, and Agriculture, with a commitment to building on past achievements while introducing new innovations.

Jakande pledged to prioritize initiatives enhancing healthcare, education, infrastructure, and agricultural productivity, while upholding his late father Lateef Jakande’s legacy.

Key Highlights of Jakande’s Agenda:

– Health: Improving healthcare facilities and services
– Education: Enhancing educational        programs and institutions
– Environmental Sustainability: Promoting eco-friendly practices and waste management
– Women and Youth Empowerment: Supporting economic and social development for women and youth
– Agriculture: Boosting agricultural productivity and food security.

Jakande pledged to boost infrastructure development, ensuring that the people reap the benefits of democracy. His administration aims to complement and improve upon existing initiatives, guaranteeing that everyone benefits from the government. He assured that all campaign promises would be fulfilled, and his administration would deliver on its commitments.

Alhaja Sikirat Omobolanle Jakande, mother of the newly elected Chairman, Hon. Seyi Jakande, expressed her support for her son’s leadership, encouraging him to excel in his new role. She pledged to continue praying for his success, drawing inspiration from his late father’s legacy as Lagos State’s first civilian governor.

Hon Seyi Jakande, has vowed to follow in his father’s footsteps by adopting people-centered governance to drive development at the grassroots level. He aims to build on his father’s legacy, prioritizing initiatives that promote public welfare.

Key aspects of his vision include:

– Inclusive Governance: Ensuring all community members are involved in decision-making processes
– Transparency: Maintaining openness and accountability in governance
– Infrastructure Development: Improving existing infrastructure to enhance the quality of life for residents.

By prioritizing these areas, Seyi Jakande seeks to promote public welfare and drive development in Odi- Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA, continuing his father’s legacy of impactful leadership.

The swearing-in of Jakande has been met with optimism from community leaders and residents, who anticipate positive changes under his leadership.

The reception was attended by notable figures, including former Senator Ganiyu Solomon (Lagos West), prominent APC leaders, Alhaja Sikirat Abimbola Jakande (mother of the chairman), the Jakande family, friends, Area D Police Commander ACP Awoniyi, and other state dignitaries.