A member of the Lagos State House of Assembly representing Oshodi/Isolo Constituency I, Stephen Ogundipe, has promised more infrastructure projects for his constituents.
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He gave the assurance on Monday during an inspection of four ongoing road construction projects in the constituency.
He gave the assurance on Monday during an inspection of four ongoing road construction projects in the constituency.
The roads under construction, Oluwasanmi, Baba Ode, Deji Adeoye, and Alhaji Sokoya streets, are being handled by Lagfield Construction Company Limited as part of the Lagos State Government’s efforts to improve connectivity within the densely populated community.
Ogundipe expressed satisfaction with the pace and quality of work and praised President Bola Tinubu, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, and Speaker of the state assembly, Mudashiru Obasa, for facilitating the projects.
“We came to inspect the level of work, and I am impressed with what I have seen. This demonstrates the government’s commitment to improving infrastructure in Oshodi,” he said.
The lawmaker urged residents to cooperate with contractors to ensure timely completion, describing Oshodi as a critical hub whose status would be further enhanced by the road projects.
Ogundipe also addressed concerns about security and electoral violence, insisting that residents of the area were peaceful and law-abiding.
“Those who perpetrate violence are often outsiders. Our people are calm and focused on their daily activities. We must continue to protect the good image of Oshodi,” he stated.
He said more infrastructure projects would be extended to Mafoluku, Shogunle, and Ewu as part of a broader development plan.
The site engineer, Oketayo Olushoa, disclosed that although the project was initially scheduled for completion within 15 months, the contractor was working to deliver it in under nine months.
“We are about two months into the project, and work is progressing steadily across the four sites. Significant portions of the drainage and road base have been completed on some streets, while work continues on others,” he said.
Olushoa said construction was being executed in phases to minimise disruption, noting that Oluwasanmi Street had recorded notable progress, with drainage slab casting and excavation completed while base construction was ongoing.
He added that drainage work was progressing on Deji Adeoye and Alhaji Sokoya streets, while Baba Ode Street would be addressed subsequently as equipment remained concentrated on active sections.
Olushoa said all materials and processes complied strictly with engineering specifications approved by the Lagos State Ministry of Works.
“We are using standard materials and adhering strictly to the design. From drainage to road base, everything meets required standards,” he said.
He expressed confidence that the rainy season would not significantly affect the project timeline.
“With the current pace of work, we are confident that the entire project could be completed within four to five months,” he added.
The road works are expected to improve drainage, reduce flooding, and enhance accessibility across Oshodi upon completion.
