In 2023, the Executive Chairman of Odi Olowo Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area, Hon Rasaq Ajala (HRA), in Lagos State exhibited exemplary leadership through a series of transformative initiatives, earning widespread acclaim from constituents, non-constituents, and even the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Olushola Sanwo-Olu.
Economic Empowerment
Under Hon Ajala’s stewardship, the administration allocated ₦100 million in strategic conditional loans to support businesses, particularly benefiting petty traders within Odi Olowo Ojuwoye LCDA.
Subsidy Removal Palliative
In response to the challenges posed by subsidy removal, Hon Ajala’s administration implemented a food intervention project, culminating in the annual sale of subsidized-rate chickens during the festive season, providing relief to the community.
Youth and Sports
The Odi-Olowo Ojuwoye LCDA Grassroots Sport Fiesta not only boasted enhanced prize monies but also garnered international attention in 2023. Sport scouts actively participated, scouting talents among the athletes.
Human Capital Development (ICT)
A landmark achievement was the organization and full funding of a 90-day dedicated training program in desktop publishing, graphics, animation, and full-stack web development for constituents.
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This initiative significantly contributed to enhancing participants’ proficiency in diverse computer skills.
Education
The administration continued to prioritize education with the successful organization of quiz and debate competitions for pupils in public primary and secondary schools within Odi Olowo/Ojuwoye LCDA, awarding ₦2 million in prize money to winners.
Energy Transition
In a forward-looking move, Hon Ajala’s administration initiated the Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye Trash for Gas Campaign in collaboration with Smart Gas, gaining industry stakeholder attention and earning commendation from the Lagos State Government.
Skill Acquisition
The annual Ajala Mega Skill Acquisition Training and Employment program, conducted under the Department of Poverty Alleviation, not only provided training in various skills but also distributed essential trade tools such as motorcycles, grinding machines, makeup kits, and fish ponds to participants.
Medical & Surgical Outreach
Quarterly medical and surgical outreaches were organized, benefiting over 2000 constituents in dire need of medical attention. This initiative demonstrated the administration’s commitment to the well-being of the community.
The consensus among leaders and residents of Odi Olowo Ojuwoye LCDA is that Hon Ajala is judiciously utilizing the council’s common pool for the collective benefit of the community.