Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has commissioned seven newly completed road projects in Badagry, marking a major milestone in Lagos State’s drive to improve infrastructure, boost tourism, and stimulate economic growth in the region.
The projects, spanning 16.4 kilometres in total, connect over eight communities across Badagry Local Government Area and Olorunda Local Council Development Area.
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The development is part of the State Government’s Urban Regeneration and Intermodal Transportation Strategy aimed at bridging connectivity gaps and transforming neglected communities.
Among the highlights is the expansion and upgrade of the Samuel Ekundayo-Toga Road, an important arterial link now reconstructed into a dual carriageway with modern drainage systems.
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The 7km road, executed in two phases, stretches from Joseph Dosu Junction to Aradangun-Mosefejo Road via Toga Road, creating an effective bypass to the often-congested Lagos-Badagry Expressway.
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Other roads inaugurated include Aradagun Road, Mosafejo Road, Ilado Road, Imeke Road, and Hospital Road, forming an interconnected network designed to ease movement and improve access across the division.
What Sanwo-Olu said
Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, Governor Sanwo-Olu emphasised the strategic importance of Badagry as a historical and economic gateway to five West African countries.
He described the infrastructure investment as part of his administration’s commitment to inclusive development.
“We are determined to harness Badagry’s tourism and economic potential. These road projects are not just about transportation; they are about opening up opportunities, attracting investments, and improving the lives of our people,” Sanwo-Olu said.
The Governor noted that Hospital Road was rebuilt to enhance access to Agbalata Market and several key tourist landmarks, including Nigeria’s first storey building, the Agiya Tree Monument, Slave Trade Relic, and the Heritage Museum.
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To celebrate the long-awaited projects, residents organised a cultural fanfare, welcoming the Governor and his entourage with traditional dances and chants of appreciation.
Sanwo-Olu also addressed ongoing road construction works in Oko Afo, Ilogbo, Eremi, and Pota, assuring residents that work would be accelerated for timely completion.
Engr. Olufemi Daramola, Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure, described the projects as a reflection of the state’s commitment to sustainable infrastructure development.
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“These roads are critical not just for easier movement of goods and people, but for flood control and improving overall living standards. This is how we build resilient communities,” Daramola stated.
