ABEOKUTA– The chairman of Abeokuta North Local government area of Ogun state, Dr. Lanre Oyegbola Sodipo has laid foundation for the construction of a 300units low cost housing estate.
The buildings which is to consist of a 2 bedrooms and 3 bedrooms semi detached and detached apartments is situated at the Obasa Sabo area of the local government.
Speaking at her turning of the sod ceremony, Dr. Oyegbola-Sodipo highlights the importance of access to shelter and infrastructural development in the economic growth of the citizenry.
He added that the vision is in furtherance to the agenda of the state governor, Dapo Abiodun, saying that the local government is witnessing a testament of the development
The council Chairman reiterated that the mandates giving to them is to ensure that legacy of the governor is extend to the nooks and crannies of Ogun State, adding that the housing estate is envisioned not just as a physical structure but transform the housing development initiative.
“The transformation of community into new town as a symbol of the collective spirit and unity of the people of Ogun State aimed at providing substantial low-cost housing for the dwellers as part of dividend of democracy thereby enhancing social and economic cohesion among residents.
“The housing construction designed as a two-bedrooms detached, and 3 bedrooms detached and that within a period of time it would near completion it’s to stand as a testament to our shared vision and commitment to progress as a community”, he stated
Community Representatives ACDC and CDA members also expressed their satisfaction and excitement about the new development, viewing it as a positive step towards uniting the people of Obasa.
