Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has assured that his administration would provide affordable housing for residents of the state.
He stated this while unveiling a 170 units of housing project at Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area of the state.
Unveiling Raymond Estate and Sterling Heights, constructed through public/private partnership arrangement, Sanwo-Olu said his administration would not relent in its efforts in providing conducive environment for the people of the state.
The housing unit was delivered by Mayor Dele Oshinowo-led administration of Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area, in conjunction with Osita Homes and Sterling Bank.
Governor Sanwo-Olu in his address promised that his administration would continue implementing its programmes on development in housing, health care delivery, education, tourism, as well as road and public transportation.
He commended the Chairman of the LCDA for his continuous efforts to raise the bar of governance and ensuring purposeful development for people to enjoy the dividends of democracy.
Sanwo-Olu noted that all Local Governments and Local Council Development Areas in the state are working well.
In his address, the Agboyi-Ketu LCDA chairman appreciated Governor Sanwo-Olu for his tremendous support for the LCDA.
He disclosed that the housing initiative was spear-headed by his administration through creation of Agboyi-Ketu Properties and Investment Board, in collaboration with the private sector, aims to align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by providing affordable, accessible and quality housing to address housing deficits in the state.
According to him, “The initiative, spearheaded by our administration through the creation Agboyi-Ketu Property and Investment Board (PIB), in collaboration with the private sector, aims to align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SSGs) by providing affordable, accessible and quality housing, in order to address deficits in our dear state.
“This initiative not only showcases Agboyi-Ketu, but also aims to boost our Internally Generated Revenue.
“Furthermore, our administration places great emphasis on infrastructure development as a means to enhance human capital and stimulate economic growth.
“I affirm our administration’s dedication to delivering good governance to the people of Agboyi-Ketu LCDA exemplifying that effective governance at the grassroots level is achievable in Nigeria.”