The Lagos State Government has commenced stakeholder engagement on proposed improvement works at Ikotun Junction aimed at easing traffic congestion and enhancing connectivity in the area.
The intervention covers the intersection of Ijegun, Isolo and Idimu roads and is expected to improve traffic flow, mobility and the general environment for commercial activities.
Commissioner for Physical Planning and Urban Development, Oluyinka Olumide, disclosed this at a stakeholders’ meeting held on Friday at the Igando/Ikotun Local Council Development Area Secretariat.
Olumide said the project would improve accessibility while creating a more organised environment for movement and business activities.
He stressed the importance of properly managing informal spaces within the project area to ensure the sustainability of the intervention.
The Commissioner for Transportation, Oluwaseun Osiyemi, represented by the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, Olawale Musa, identified roadside trading and unregulated commercial activities as major causes of congestion along the Ikotun axis.
He said the intervention was part of the government’s efforts to address transportation challenges affecting residents and businesses in the area.
Osiyemi assured stakeholders whose properties or legitimate interests might be affected that adequate compensation would be paid in accordance with government policies and established procedures.
He appealed to affected persons, community leaders and other stakeholders to cooperate with government officials to facilitate the smooth and timely execution of the project.
The Permanent Secretary, Office of Physical Planning, Olayinka Wasiu, also urged stakeholders to cooperate with government officials and project consultants to ensure the intervention was completed within the expected timeframe.
Chairman of Igando/Ikotun LCDA, Lasisi Akinsanya, commended the state government for initiating the project, describing it as a timely response to the community’s transportation and environmental challenges.
The Onikotun of Ikotun, Oba Azeez Asiwaju, also expressed support for the intervention and pledged the cooperation of the traditional institution and residents.
The meeting was attended by traditional rulers, community leaders, traders, residents and representatives of host communities, as well as officials of the state government and project consultants.