It is often said that the true measure of leadership is not in lofty speeches but in tangible legacies that touch lives. Today, the story of the leadership of our six Executive Chairmen in Ikorodu Division is being told not only in council chambers but in the laughter of children learning in new classrooms, in the pride of teachers working in improved environments, and in the hope of parents who see brighter and rewarding futures for their wards.

On behalf of the Education Family, Ikorodu Division, I extend our heartfelt commendation to:

- Hon. Prince Adedayo Abdul-Lateef Ladega, Executive Chairman, Ikorodu Local Government

- Hon. Sulaiman Kazeem, Executive Chairman, Ikorodu West LCDA

- Mayor Ibrahim Ameen Apanisile, Executive Chairman, Ikorodu North LCDA

- Hon. Sunday Benson, Executive Chairman, Imota LCDA

- Hon. Motunrayo Gbadebo-Alogba, Executive Chairman, Ijede LCDA

- Hon. Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun, Executive Chairman, Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA

In just one year, these leaders have delivered mind-blowing investments in educational infrastructure across Ikorodu Division. Their collective efforts include:

- Reconstruction of a Block of 6-Classroom at AUI Primary School, Ijede LCDA.

- Construction of a Block of 4-Classroom at and 8-toilet facility at Egbin Kingdom Nursery and Primary School, Ijede LCDA.

- Construction of a Block of 6-Classroom, 8-toilet facility and Perimeter Fence at Methodist Primary School, Oke-Eletu, Ijede LCDA.

- Construction of a Block of 6-Classroom and 8-toilet facility at Community Primary School, Abule-Eko, Ijede LCDA.

- Reconstruction of a Block of 6-Classroom at Anglican Primary School, Ijede LCDA.

- Reconstruction of a Block of 6-Classroom at Methodist Primary School, Igbogbo, Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA.

- Rehabilitation of a block of 6-Classrooms at Methodist Primary School, Elepe II, Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA

- Ongoing Construction of Smart School facilities, Zumratul Islamiyyah Primary School, Igbogbo/Baiyeku LCDA.

- Reconstruction of Army Children Nursery and Primary School, Losi-Onikoko, Ikorodu North LCDA.

- Construction of 9 gender-friendly toilet cubicles, 3 bathrooms, ante rooms, handwashing stations and 2 disability-friendly cubicles, all illuminated at Zumratul Islamiyyah Primary School, Odogunyan, Ikorodu North LCDA.

- Construction of 8 toilet cubicles and 2 disability-friendly cubicles with robust water system at Idera Community Primary School, Odogunyan, Ikorodu North LCDA.

- Construction of a towering 9-meter stanchion supporting borehole, 24 toilet cubicles, 2 fetching points and 2 handwashing stations at African Bethel Primary School, Erikorodo, Ikorodu North LCDA.

- Provision of prepaid electricity meters and furniture to public primary schools in Ikorodu West LCDA.

- Redesigning and ongoing construction of Community Primary School, Itowolo, Ikorodu West LCDA.

- Provision of Security Personnel across Public Primary Schools in Imota LCDA.

- Construction of 8 Toilet facilities at Methodist Primary School, Imota LCDA.

- Ongoing Construction of a Block of 6-Classrooms, Toilet Facilities, Solar Borehole at Anglican Primary School, Ikorodu LG.

- Proposed Construction of Agura Junior Secondary School, Agura, Ikorodu LG.

- Donation of Luxury SUV to the Education Secretary, LGEA, Ikorodu.

- Sponsorship of Spelling Bee Competitions in Ikorodu Division and Lagos State.

- Supported the initiative of Babajimi Benson MHR's Christmas Shopping for Public Primary School Pupils and Staff across the Division.

Beyond infrastructure, our Chairmen have demonstrated uncommon welfarism for staff, supported the LGEA administration enormously, and rolled out people-oriented programmes that prioritize education, youth empowerment, and community development. Their vision has ensured that no child is left behind and that every school in Ikorodu Division is an haven of hope.

Undoubtedly, this has earned the applause of the Education Family, and as such we extend heartfelt gratitude to our leaders for redefining grassroots governance through education and for these investments in the future of Ikorodu’s children.

As our Chairmen continue their journey of service, we wish them greater wisdom, strength, and divine guidance to sustain this momentum of progress.

Alhaji Taiwo Abiodun Odumbo,

Education Secretary, LGEA, Ikorodu.