The Executive Chairman of Agege Local Government, Hon. Abdul-Ganiyu Vinod Obasa, on Tuesday presented a proposed ₦14,879,434,694.66 budget for the 2026 fiscal year to the 10th Legislative Council, describing it as a “Budget of Restoration, Innovation and Development.”
He said the budget is a strategic plan aimed at elevating the socioeconomic landscape of Agege through strengthened infrastructure, digital transformation, and expanded social intervention programmes.
While presenting the fiscal document, Hon. Vinod reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to intensifying infrastructural renewal across the locality. He noted that the 2026 proposal prioritises comprehensive road rehabilitation and construction, expansion of drainage channels, streetlight upgrades, and modernisation of public facilities to boost community well-being and economic growth.
The chairman listed some achievements recorded since the start of his administration, including the upgrade of Keke Primary School, beautification projects along Oba Ogunji Road, employment of 300 street sweepers, acquisition of two modern waste compactors, and distribution of 250 GCE forms to indigent students to widen educational opportunities.
He emphasised that these efforts form the foundation of a broader agenda to rebuild ageing roads, schools, primary healthcare centres, drainage systems, and administrative buildings so they meet contemporary standards of efficiency and safety.
Hon. Vinod also highlighted increased investment in technological innovation, including digital revenue automation, performance monitoring systems, and data-driven decision-making. According to him, governance must “evolve in tandem with modern realities.”
The proposed 2026 budget also strengthens programmes for environmental sustainability, women and youth empowerment, and educational development. These include expanding school infrastructure, promoting digital literacy, providing furniture, and enhancing extracurricular activities in public schools.
On healthcare, the chairman assured residents of improved primary healthcare delivery, with renewed emphasis on facility upgrades and enhanced maternal and child care services to ensure accessible, community-driven interventions.
Responding on behalf of the legislators, the Leader of the House, Hon. Haruna Adeshina, commended the chairman for what he called focused and impactful leadership. He praised the employment of local residents as street sweepers, establishment of health booths, youth empowerment initiatives, and beautification projects that have improved Agege’s outlook.
Hon. Adeshina added that residents across the community acknowledge Hon. Vinod’s dedication to sustaining and expanding progress initiated by the previous administration. He assured that the Legislative Council remains committed to partnering with the executive while upholding transparency, due process, and accountability.
The budget presentation drew several dignitaries, including former Chairman Hon. Ganiyu Egunjobi, Chief Safari Adaranijo, HRM Oba Kamila Isiba, the Olu of Agege Kingdom; HRM Oba Lateef Egbeyemi, the Ologba of Ogba; along with political office holders, technocrats, party stalwarts, and community leaders.
