- Stakeholders actively contributed to shaping the 2026 budget priorities.
- Monarchs and community leaders commended Hon. Olowa’s developmental strides.
- The Chairman reaffirmed commitment to inclusive and transparent governance.
The Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area yesterday convened a pivotal stakeholders’ meeting to deliberate on its proposed 2026 budget. The event, hosted at the ultra-modern Council Secretariat in Igando Oloja, brought together over 200 community leaders, traditional rulers, youth representatives, women groups, market associations, and civil society organizations.
Eko Hot Blog reports that this inclusive forum underscored the administration’s dedication to aligning public resources with the genuine needs and aspirations of residents, ensuring the budget serves as a true blueprint for sustainable development.
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The Executive Chairman of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government, Hon. (Engr.) Abdullahi Sesan Olowa, who presided over the proceedings, emphasized that the 2026 fiscal year represents a milestone in the council’s S.H.I.E.E.L.D agenda.
“Our budget is not just a financial document; it is a covenant with our people,” Hon. Olowa stated. “By opening the floor to your inputs today, we are guaranteeing that every kobo allocated reflects the priorities of Ibeju-Lekki’s vibrant communities.”
The meeting featured robust discussions across key sectors. Community members highlighted pressing needs such as the expansion of road networks to support the growing commercial activities the Local Government is currently experiencing, improved healthcare facilities to serve the expanding population, and youth empowerment programs.
Notable contributions included calls for enhanced environmental safeguards to mitigate flooding risks, alongside other suggestions.
There was also an engaging interactive session where various stakeholders took turns to present the specific needs of their respective communities.
Concerns ranged from the rehabilitation of rural roads, provision of additional boreholes, and construction of more classroom blocks, to the strengthening of primary healthcare centres.
In response, Hon. Olowa assured participants that all genuine requests would be carefully considered and adequately captured in the 2026 budget, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to inclusive governance and equitable development across all wards.
Traditional rulers and community leaders at the event commended the Chairman for his visionary leadership and the numerous developmental strides already recorded in Ibeju-Lekki.
They lauded the ongoing infrastructural projects, the council’s proactive approach to education and environmental management, and the Chairman’s open-door policy which, according to them, has deepened the relationship between the government and the people.
Speaking on behalf of the monarchs, the Onibeju of Ibeju-Lekki, Oba Rafiu Olusegun Salami, praised Hon. Olowa for “leading with purpose, transparency, and a people-centered mindset,” adding that such interactive sessions were clear indicators of responsive leadership.
Hon. Olowa concluded the event with a charge to all participants:
“Ibeju-Lekki is rising, and your inputs are the fuel for our ascent.
Together, we will deliver a 2026 budget that not only meets today’s challenges but paves the way for tomorrow’s prosperity.”
Present at the occasion were the Vice Chairman, Hon. Isiaka Yusuf Olatunji; the Leader of the Legislative Council, Hon. Mojeed Oluwafemi Olayinka, and all the Legislators; the Chief of Staff to the Executive Chairman, Mr. Issa Maruf Olayinka; the Council Manager, Mr. Abiodun Oladipupo Otinwa; the Head of Department, Mrs. Senami Avoseh; traditional leaders, and other dignitaries.
The stakeholders’ meeting ended on a hopeful note, with participants expressing optimism that the forthcoming 2026 budget will consolidate the gains of the current administration and usher in greater socio-economic transformation for Ibeju-Lekki.
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