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Sanwo-Olu presents land allocation letters to 98 communities

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  • Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu presented land allocation letters to 98 communities for the Ito-Omu New Town project.
  • The allocation recognizes the rights of indigenous communities and integrates them into the state's long-term development plans.
  • The project aims for inclusive, orderly development in the Lekki-Epe corridor, balancing urban growth with the interests of existing residents.

Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has presented land allocation letters to 98 communities within the Ito-Omu New Town project area, marking a significant step towards inclusive and orderly development in the Lekki-Epe corridor. The governor emphasized that this exercise acknowledges the rights of indigenous communities and secures their place in the state's long-term development agenda.

Today’s presentation is about recognising established communities and giving them a secure place in the future of our state. As Lagos grows, these communities must be carried along as partners in transformation.

— Babajide Sanwo-OluLagos State Governor, during the presentation of land allocation letters to 98 communities.

Sanwo-Olu stated that these communities, which have existed for generations and contributed to the state's economy through farming, fishing, and trading, must be included as partners in Lagos's transformation. The state government initiated consultations with traditional rulers, community leaders, farmers, and other stakeholders in 2020 to develop a comprehensive plan for the Ito-Omu New Town project, ensuring the interests of indigenous residents were protected while planning for modern urban development.

The future of Lagos cannot be built on disorder. It must be built on deliberate planning, appropriate infrastructure, secure communities and opportunities for our people.

— Babajide Sanwo-OluLagos State Governor, emphasizing the importance of planning in the state's development.

The Ito-Omu New Town Development Plan is designed to integrate residential, commercial, industrial, and institutional land uses to foster sustainable growth, attract investment, and enhance residents' quality of life. Governor Sanwo-Olu highlighted that this initiative aligns with his administration's THEMES Plus Agenda, aiming to build a more inclusive, resilient, sustainable, and globally competitive Lagos.

Growth is not just about how much we build; it is also about how well we plan and how many people we carry along. That is the real essence of today’s ceremony.

— Babajide Sanwo-OluLagos State Governor, explaining the philosophy behind the Ito-Omu New Town project.

He assured beneficiaries that the allocation letters represent a commitment to their future and that their communities will not be overlooked as development progresses. The governor also pledged continued government support for infrastructure development, including roads and bridges, to improve connectivity, attract investment, create jobs, and enhance living standards in the area. He urged beneficiaries to cooperate with government agencies for orderly development.

These allocation letters recognise your place in the future we are building together, and I assure you that your communities will not be forgotten as development progresses.

— Babajide Sanwo-OluLagos State Governor, reassuring beneficiaries of continued government support.
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