05/10/2026
SOMOLU 10TH LEGISLATIVE COUNCIL ADVANCES LEGISLATIVE BUSINESS, ADDRESSES INFRASTRUCTURE AND COMMUNITY CONCERNS
The Somolu 10th Legislative Council, under the leadership of Rt. Hon. Tunde James Oyeyiola, today held its Plenary Sitting, with deliberations centred on legislative business, infrastructure, environmental concerns and ongoing developmental projects across Somolu Local Government.
The sitting commenced with an opening prayer led by Hon. David Joseph Olugbenro, followed by the consideration and adoption of the proceedings of the previous sitting after Members were given the opportunity to raise corrections and observations.
During the plenary, the House received and considered official correspondences, including communication relating to the 2027 Budget Stakeholders’ Consultation. The Council stressed the importance of Members’ active participation in the budgetary process and directed that necessary communications and invitations be properly conveyed.
The House also considered a letter from CDA of Bashua Close, Ward F, requesting the rehabilitation of the street and drainage infrastructure. The matter was noted for appropriate attention.
The House deliberated extensively on road rehabilitation and other ongoing infrastructure projects across the Local Government. Concerns were raised about the progress of some projects, with a call for relevant contractors and stakeholders to expedite work and ensure timely completion for the benefit of residents.
Hon. Olubiyi Afolarin appreciated the Executive Chairman, Hon. Lateef Ashimi, for the completion of Akeju Street, Opanubi Street and Awofeso Street. He also appealed for the timely completion of ongoing projects at Oluwajisegbede Street, Alhaji Sheriff and Wright Lane.
He further raised concerns about street lighting in some areas and called for improved lighting infrastructure and the resolution of outstanding challenges affecting the installation and functionality of streetlights across the Local Government.
The Majority Leader, Hon. Raheem Afees, also drew the attention of the House to the ongoing works at Esangbogun, Odunlami and Johnson Streets, urging the Leadership of the House to liaise with the appropriate authorities towards facilitating their completion.
The Deputy Leader, Hon. Ibrahim Tajudeen, also appealed for the rehabilitation of Anifowoshe Street.
On environmental concerns, the Deputy Leader, Hon. Ibrahim Tajudeen, presented a report on his engagement with the Supervisor for Environment regarding issues involving developers and environmental compliance.
The House also discussed the need for developers who had failed to honour previous invitations to comply with lawful directives and cooperate with the relevant committees of the Legislative Council. The Leader directed that appropriate official correspondence be forwarded to the concerned developers.
Hon. Kehinde Alimot Jolaosho appreciated the Executive Chairman and the Leadership of the House for their efforts towards waste evacuation at Alarepe Market, while noting the need for further evacuation as waste had begun to accumulate again. He called for sustained attention to the matter.
The Chief Whip, Hon. Sinat Adelaja, presented the Rules of Procedure of the House for consideration. Members deliberated on provisions relating to attendance, discipline and sanctions, with a reminder to all Members to adhere strictly to the Rules governing the conduct of legislative business.
The Leader of the House, Rt. Hon. Tunde James Oyeyiola, appreciated the Chief Whip for the presentation of the Rules of Procedure, noting that strict adherence to the Rules would further promote discipline, responsibility and proactive participation in legislative duties.
The Leader of the House, with the support of the Honourable Members, directed the Clerk of the House to formally communicate the Council’s appreciation to the Executive Chairman, Hon. Lateef Ashimi, for his contributions to the development and advancement of Somolu Local Government.
The Leader of the House, Rt. Hon. Tunde James Oyeyiola, also addressed Members on the forthcoming 2027 General Elections, urging them to remain engaged with their constituents and maintain active participation in their respective wards.
Following the discussions, the House proceeded on recess to allow Members to attend to campaign-related activities ahead of the 2027 elections.
The Plenary Sitting was thereafter brought to a close following a motion for adjournment moved by the Majority Leader, Hon. Raheem Afees, and seconded by Hon. Sinat Adelaja.
The closing prayer was said by the Deputy Leader, Hon. Ibrahim Tajudeen.
Ademola Toheeb Musa
Legislative Press Secretary
Somolu Legislative Arm
5th October, 2026
