Category: Legislative Report

Kunle Adelabu The representative of Ikorodu Federal Constituency, Rep. Babajimi Adegoke Benson, has described his re – election for the third term, two years ago and also the election of other 359 members of the House of Representatives as pivotal in the history of the country. Today makes it two years that the 360 members of the House were elected and re – elected as legislators of the 10th National Assembly. In a statement in commemoration of the anniversary, Rep. Benson said that he is still overwhelmed by the massive…

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Mariam Akinloye Monday the 23rd of February marked a significant milestone in the ongoing efforts to improve infrastructure and address flooding challenges in Ijede LCDA, as Rep. Babajimi Benson, the lawmaker representing Ikorodu Federal Constituency, flagged off the construction of a major drainage and channelisation project along Nurudeen Adeshola Street, Abule Eko Road in Ijede. The project is aimed at enhancing flood management, improve road durability, and provide lasting relief to residents of Ile-Omi and Abule-Eko communities. The 317-meter-long drainage system is expected to address the persistent flooding that has…

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Kunle Adelabu The Lagos State House of Assembly has denied that 27 of its members are planning to defect to the opposition Labour Party. The House in a statement today by Chairman, House Committee on Information, Strategy and Security, Hon. (Otunba) Stephen Olukayode Ogundipe, said the publication “ is entirely false, misleading, and a deliberate attempt to misinform the public.” Lagos Assembly has been embroiled in crisis since the removal of the former speaker, Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, culminating in the ‘invasion’ of the Assembly Complex by DSS and Police on…

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Jare Olukotun In a remarkable acknowledgement of his unwavering dedication to the growth and development of Ikorodu Division, Rep. Babajimi Adegoke Benson, the distinguished Member of the Federal House of Representatives representing Ikorodu Federal Constituency and Chairman of the House Committee on Defence, has been named Ikorodu Man of the Year 2024 by Starlight Newspaper. Rep. Benson’s series of transformative initiatives in 2024 have significantly elevated the socio-economic landscape of Ikorodu. His legislative acumen is exemplified by the sponsorship of 58 bills, with five receiving presidential assent—bills that have had…

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Kunle Adelabu Rep. Babajimi Benson has announced that he has facilitated a stadium for Ikorodu West Local Council Development Area (LCDA), in Ikorodu Division of Lagos State, Southwest, Nigeria. He made the announcement at the weekend at the commissioning of Erikorodo – Odogunyan Road in Ikorodu North LCDA, while also assuring the constituents of Ikorodu of more projects. The sporting facility will be the third that the lawmaker has facilitated, two other sports centre at Ita – Elewa in Ikorodu and Lagos State University of Science and Technology (LASUSTECH). “We…

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Kunle Adelabu The Ikorodu Federal representative, Rep. Babajimi Benson has again called on the Lagos State Government to pay more attention to Ikorodu in terms of infrastructural development and services. Benson who commended the government for its efforts also sympathised with the governor on the enormous challenges he has to face in satisfying everybody. The three – term lawmaker made the call at the commissioning of the Erikorodu – Odogunyan Road in Ikorodu North Local Council Development Area (LCDA) at the weekend. He, however, assured Ikorodu residents and indeed every…

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-Felicitates constituents on Valentine’s Day Mariam Akinloye The Erikodoro – Odogunyan Road was once a link that nobody wanted to pass through, including the residents of the community; but today it is now an access road which has reduced movement from Imota, Isiu, Parafa and other communities to Odogunyan and vice versa. The construction of the road which passed through Lucky Fibres along Itamaga – Imota – Itoikin – Ijebu Ode Road to link Odogunyan was facilitated by the representative of Ikorodu Federal Constituency, Rep. Babajimi Benson as part of…

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Wale Jagun -Invites works commissioner, contractors The Lagos State House of Assembly has called on the Governor of the State, Mr Babajide Sanwo – Oluto address the pain of residents in relation to some roads in the state urgently. The lawmakers at a sitting presided over by Speaker Mojisola Lasbat Meranda mentioned in particular the abandoned Bola Ahmed Tinubu Road in Igbogbo-Baiyeku Local Council Development Area (LCDA), in Ikorodu Division of Lagos State, Southwest, Nigeria, which has been under construction for eight years. The House urged Sanwo-Olu to direct the…

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Our Reporter The Lagos State House of Assembly has called for stricter measures to curb open defecation and improve sanitation across the state. During plenary, the lawmakers urged the Ministry of Environment and Water Resources to fully enforce environmental laws prohibiting open defecation and ensure the availability of free public toilets statewide. They also stressed the need for a sustained public awareness campaign to educate residents on its dangers. Speaker Rt. Hon. Mojisola Lasbat Meranda strongly condemned the practice, emphasizing the urgency of improving sanitation infrastructure. Raising the matter under…

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Wale Jagun The Best Representative in Nigeria, Rep. Babajimi Adegoke Benson, has described his award as a recognition of the efforts of his team, Constituents and that of every Nigerian that believes in good Governance and impactful representation. Benson, who was bestowed with the honour on Monday, stated in a release, adding that his commitment to not only serve but also make a difference, has been reinforced by the honour. “I am deeply honoured to be named Representative of the Year at the prestigious Thisday Awards 2025. “This recognition is…

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