Lagos Mainland Local Government Area has announced that the reconstruction of the 1.5-kilometer Jebba-Osholake Road in Ebute Metta will address decades-long flooding and improve residents’ living conditions.
Speaking during the inauguration on Saturday, the council’s Executive Chairman, Mr. Jubril Emilagba, said the project aims to provide effective drainage and reduce future flooding risks.
The project followed residents’ appeals in January for urgent intervention to tackle persistent flooding that had plagued the community for years.
Emilagba explained that heavy rainfall often caused severe waterlogging, disrupting transportation, businesses, and daily activities.
He emphasized that the reconstruction demonstrates his administration’s commitment to development and responsive governance.
“Today is not just a celebration of time, but a celebration of tangible results, renewed trust, and meaningful governance driven by service to our people.
“This administration has prioritized the welfare of our residents. In the few months we have been in office, we have remained focused and intentional,” he said.
He added that the council would continue working to improve infrastructure and residents’ quality of life across Lagos Mainland.
The chairman also inaugurated the reconstruction of a box culvert at Osholake Street near Glover Street, describing it as another critical intervention.
“The culvert had been in poor condition for years, causing serious concerns for residents, motorists, and business owners,” he said.
Emilagba highlighted other completed projects, including the renovation of U.N.A Primary School and flood-control works at Kadara Primary School.
He also mentioned the installation of solar-powered streetlights in several parts of the council area.
According to him, work is ongoing on Oroku Road at Apapa Road, while drainage construction has started on Freeman Street near Ibadan Street.
He noted that the upgrade of Odaliki Police Post to a police station demonstrated the council’s commitment to improving security.
The chairman also announced the provision of operational vehicles, including Korope buses, for security agencies and stakeholders.
He disclosed plans to build a new council complex, describing it as a legacy project.
Emilagba further announced that work would begin next month on an ICT center at Oroku Street and a mini stadium at Oroku Primary School.
He emphasized that the administration intends to let its work speak for itself ahead of future elections.
“It is not just during elections that we approach the people. We want our good work to speak for us and garner support for our party,” he said.
The chairman warned residents against indiscriminate refuse dumping and spilling oil into drainage channels by mechanics.
He stated that offenders would face legal sanctions, stressing that environmental discipline is essential to sustain the project’s gains.
The Council Manager, Mr. Olufemi Ojukutu, said the reconstruction would create safer, more accessible routes for commuters and businesses.
Ojukutu expressed confidence that the Jebba-Osholake Road project would serve as a model for future urban development initiatives.
The project’s contractor, Mukaila Olabisi, said the contract was awarded in August 2023 and completed within the agreed timeframe.
Olabisi added that his company is handling two other projects nearing completion.
Community leaders, traders, and artisans at the inauguration expressed optimism that the new infrastructure would enhance resilience against flooding and rapid urbanization.
Residents also praised the council chairman for responding to their concerns and taking practical steps toward sustainable development.
