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Annals Of Legislation

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Before becoming a legislator, Mr. Ogunleye was a council mayor for 13 months in Ikorodu local government.

Legislative profile: Emmanuel Olotu Ojo

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From ruins to restoration: Discovering the treasures in Freedom Park Lagos

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Oluwatoyosi Jide-Jimoh: How I graduated top of my class at LASU

She graduated from the Lagos State University with first class honours in communication and media studies.

Living with Lupus in Lagos: Misturah Owolabi shares her inspiring journey

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News Desk

No more bank robberies in Lagos

  This is an online edition of Ten Things on...

EFCC asked to probe Obasa

  This is an online edition of Ten Things on...

Opposition parties call for LG, LCDA elections

  This is an online edition of Ten Things on...

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  This is an online edition of Ten Things on...

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  This is an online edition of Ten Things on...

Annals Of Legislation

Legislative profile: Ogunleye Gbolahan Adetokunbo

Before becoming a legislator, Mr. Ogunleye was a council mayor for 13 months in Ikorodu local government.

Legislative profile: Emmanuel Olotu Ojo

Before becoming a legislator, Mr. Olotu served as a councilor in Ojokoro local council development area.

Legislative profile: Gbolahan Yishau

He was first elected in 2011 and is presently the chairman of the House committee on economic planning and budget.

Legislative profile: Ajayi Oluwadamilare

Before he was elected as a lawmaker in 2023, Mr. Oluwadamilare served as the Special Adviser on Commerce, Industry, and Cooperatives to Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu.

Legislative profile: Oladipo Ajomale

Mr. Ajomale has a degree in law.

Navigating Lagos

Jaekel House: Discovering Lagos’s railway heritage

As you approach Jaekel House, you are greeted by the sight of a colonial Afro-Brazilian-style two-storey building, over 100 years old, surrounded by a vast expanse of lush greenery.

Essential guide to the Lagos Red Line Rail: Fares, Schedules, and Tips

To access the Red Line, passengers need a Cowry Card, which is used across Lagos for bus, ferry, and now rail services.

J.Randle Centre for Yoruba Culture and History: Past, Present, and Future of Lagos

The museum boasts a one-of-a-kind exhibition designed to celebrate Yoruba culture and significant events in Lagos history. Visitors will find an impressive array of artistic works, from paintings and sculptures to photographs and vintage Yoruba fashion.

Ten museums you should visit in Lagos

Lagos is the pulsating heart of Nigeria. It is...

What to expect at Saint’s Bites Shawarma in Omole phase one

  At virtually every corner in Lagos, there is a...

Eko Lifestyle

Sanwo-Olu spotted wearing luxury watch at Davido’s wedding

In 2023, the Governor was also seen wearing another Patek Philippe watch.

Ten recreational centres to visit at least once in Lagos

At Ikeja Record, we've compiled some of the must-visit recreational centres you should consider when planning your next fun activity.

Top five cinemas in Lagos to watch“Bad Boys: Ride or Die”

The latest chapter in the action-comedy saga, "Bad Boys:...

Discover seven alternative Lagos beaches to Landmark, Oniru, others

Despite these alterations to the landscape of Lagos' coastal attractions, the state still boasts a plethora of breathtaking beaches waiting to be explored. At Ikeja Record, we have compiled a list of viable alternatives for you.

From ruins to restoration: Discovering the treasures in Freedom Park Lagos

I discovered that the park, located on a prime location in Lagos Island, had a historical past—it used to be a prison during Nigeria's colonial era.

The Political Scene

One year after: Key decisions taken by 10th Lagos State House of Assembly

The 10th Lagos House of Assembly was inaugurated on...

Is the storm over between Sanwo-Olu and Obasa? 

Is this renewed joviality in the best interest of Lagosians?

Lagos is spending big on infrastructure. But choking on debt.

As of December 2022, Lagos was the state with the highest debt stock across the Nigerian federation.

Three reasons why Lagos House of Assembly rejected Sanwo-Olu’s 17 commissioner-nominees

Beyond geographical and religious factors, the possibility of pending disagreements can not be ruled out.

What Ojodu residents want from LCDA Chairman Segun Odunmbaku

The residents made the requests following celebrations marking Segun Odunmbaku’s two years in office as Executive Chairman of Ojodu LCDA.

Persons Of Interest

Dencity: The challenges of building a female skateboarding community in Lagos

In an interview with The Record’s Omon Okhuevbie, the 24-year-old skateboarder and streetwear fashion entrepreneur shared the challenges of building a skateboarding community for young girls and women in Lagos and other states in Nigeria.

Oluwatoyosi Jide-Jimoh: How I graduated top of my class at LASU

She graduated from the Lagos State University with first class honours in communication and media studies.

Living with Lupus in Lagos: Misturah Owolabi shares her inspiring journey

“ Lupus is not a death sentence, it is a very manageable condition. Do not believe that Lupus is going to hinder you from achieving your goals.”

Lagos-based startup, Midddleman, is bridging trust and logistics gaps in the e-commerce world

Additionally, the co-founder shared that e-commerce companies can now send Yuan/CNY/RMB to their Chinese suppliers through Middleman.

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Egbatedo Panada community seeks solution to decades-long infrastructure neglect

 

For over 24 years, the community of Egbatedo Panada has struggled with persistent flooding due to a lack of adequate drainage infrastructure. 

The area, made up of Olawoyin Street, Anipupo Street, Omitola Street, Shomefun Street, and Odejobi Street, falls within the Ojokoro Local Council Development Area (LCDA) and lies at a critical junction near the Pen Cinema Agege underbridge. 

Despite its strategic location, the area’s infrastructural needs remain largely unaddressed, leaving residents vulnerable to constant flooding and associated economic challenges.

An official from the Office of Drainage Services and Water Resources told The Record it was aware of the situation and was working on a solution.

Drainage issues compound flooding in community 

Flooding is a persistent problem in Egbatedo Panada, leaving streets submerged and homes vulnerable.

The chairman of the Egbatedo Panada Community Development Association (CDA), Engineer Kunle Mumuni, disclosed to The Record that the issue stems from outdated and insufficient drainage systems that fail to channel water effectively.

“The major problem we have has always been that underground channel through the railway line. As we speak, that underground channel is even blocked. It cannot be, we cannot access it anymore because of this,” Mumuni said.

The chairman noted that a small drainage gutter was dug during the construction of the Lagos to Ibadan rail tracks. This helped to reduce the severity of the flooding. However, the railway tracks still get submerged in water during the rainy season. 

“We’ve been pushing for years, but without the proper drainage systems, the flooding will continue to ruin our streets and impact our health and safety,” Mumuni said.

The Baale of Egbatedo Panada community, High Chief Ademosu Omitola Jacob, echoed the same frustration while speaking to The Record.

“Ever since I was little, which is over 50 years ago, this flooding situation has been disturbing the community. We are begging the state government to look into this and help us,” he said.

Decades of neglect leave roads in disrepair

In addition to flooding, the roads in Egbatedo Panada have long been neglected, leaving them in severe disrepair. 

Engineer Mumuni expressed his frustration over the government’s failure to provide basic road infrastructure, noting that nearby areas have received attention while Egbatedo Panada remains overlooked. 

“There is a railway just right [nearby], every street around us is [developed],” he said, questioning why the Egbatedo Panada community continues to be left out. “I see that as a refusal, because we are within town,” he added.

Mumuni pointed out the economic consequences of poor road conditions on local residents, as the inability to attract renters has affected property values. 

“Properties that you rent out… they might rent it out for 700,000 [elsewhere]; we cannot rent out one more than 150,000,” he said. “Are we not living in the same Lagos?”

The CDA chairman also highlighted the strategic importance of Egbatedo Panada, which serves as a significant route for commuters coming from Agege. “This place is a main road,” he said. “Everybody must pass through this place.” 

 

Lagos Govt Office of the Drainage responds 

An official from the Office of Drainage Services and Water Resources acknowledged the drainage challenges in Egbatedo Panada.

Speaking to The Record, Engineer Imagwu revealed that plans are underway to address the flooding. She noted that officials recently visited the community, accompanied by the CDA chairman, to investigate the situation.

“Yes, we are planning to take a project there. We are working on it. We are still investigating where the problem is and where the water leads to. We need to investigate properly before the problem can be solved so that it doesn’t cause havoc to any other communities,” she said. 

For residents like Engineer Mumuni and High Chief Ademosu, the hope is that the Lagos government’s promises of action will finally translate into tangible solutions after decades of waiting.

 

Omon Okhuevbie
Omon Okhuevbie
Omon is a staff reporter at the Ikeja Record.

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