In line with fulfilling his inclusive governance mandate, on Thursday 14th
of April 2016, Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode, met with
residents of Ikorodu during the quarterly Town Hall Meeting, which is
the 3rd in the series since the commencement of his administration on the 29th of May, 2015.
During the quarterly meeting, His
Excellency, Governor Akinwunmi Ambode gave a detailed report on the
developmental achievements of his administration in the last 11 months.
During the briefing, the Governor touched on investment and business
oriented collaborations the state had sealed to fast-track economic
growth, and also, the efforts of his administration to position Lagos as
a destination choice for Sports, Tourism and investment in Africa, he
also touched on the electrification project – essentially the Light up
Lagos Project, which spans across different parts of the state.
Further highlighting some of his
administration’s strides in the last quarter, Governor Ambode said the
State achieved major breakthrough in security, saying that since the
launch of the N4.78 billion equipment, the state had won several battles
against crime. He said the quick response in the rescue of the
kidnapped girls in Ikorodu and the quelling of the Mile 12 riot were
testimonies of the effectiveness of the security system in State. He
added that many criminals had so far been arrested since the launch of
the security equipment, saying that he was ready to pay for information
given that would lead to the arrest of hardened criminals.
“I am ready to pay monetary compensation
for information on hardened criminals as we proceed to make Lagos
crime-free. We are happy to report that crime rate has also reduced in
the last three months,” he said.
On attracting investment to Lagos,
Governor Ambode said investors have shown interest in the redevelopment
of the fish market to an international Fish Market and the redevelopment
of inner roads in Epe and Ibeju-Lekki.
While addressing issues on transportation
in Lagos, Governor Ambode said before the end of May 2016, the State
Government will formally sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), with
investors for the construction of the proposed 4th Mainland Bridge. He
further assured residents that once the MoU is signed, work would begin
on the 4th Mainland Bridge, emphasizing that the project would go a long
way to boost the economy of Lagos East Senatorial District.
“Many investors have shown interest in
the actualization of our dream for the 4th Mainland Bridge which will
run from Ajah to Ikorodu to Isawo and berth at Ojodu, Ikeja back to the
Ibadan expressway. By the grace of God, we will sign an MoU and commence
action before May 29”, he said.
According to Governor Ambode, his
administration is keen of inclusive governance. Saying no one, or any
part of the State will be left behind or underdeveloped. The Governor
expressed optimism that the Lagos East Senatorial District which used to
be the economic hub of the state in the then Western Region will regain
its position in a short time.
“Over the years, the economic activities
have continually dwindled resulting in urban migration, underdevelopment
and unemployment. It is with a view of revitalizing the economic
activities of this zone that Government has identified the need for
urgent intervention.
“To this end, Government will be
relocating the Mile 12 Market to Imota. Work on this will commence next
week. Our vision is to make the East Senatorial Zone economically
viable and liveable”, he said.
credit: Akinwunmiambode.com
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