Ogun Rep Pledges Grassroots Transformation, Inclusive Representation By Saheed Badmus
Ogun Rep Pledges Grassroots Transformation, Inclusive Representation
By Saheed Badmus
The Member representing Abeokuta North/Obafemi-Owode/Odeda Federal Constituency of Ogun State in the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Olumide Osoba, has pledges commitment to grassroots transformation and inclusive representation.
This was as he has reeled out developmental projects and empowerment initiatives spread across the 38 wards of the constituency as part of activities to mark two years in office.
Speaking to journalists in Abuja, Osoba said his efforts over the past two years have been deliberately focused on addressing core needs of his people, including rural electrification, security, youth empowerment, economic support for artisans and traders, and improved educational infrastructure.
“When I returned to the House in 2023, I made it clear that my focus was to bring the dividends of democracy to every corner of our constituency. I believe we are on track. From Abeokuta North to Obafemi-Owode and Odeda, I have prioritized projects that impact daily life—light, roads, schools, economic empowerment—and I am proud to say no ward has been left untouched,” Osoba said.
In Abeokuta North Local Government, Osoba listed the energization and installation of a 500kva transformer in Ikereku and surrounding communities, along with the installation of solar-powered streetlights in multiple locations.
In Ikereku Ward 1, lights were installed in Ago-Odo, Ilawo, and Ifelodun. Ikija Ward 2 saw similar installations in Ita Adekunle, Isale Ikija, Adedotun, and Ita Loki. Other areas that benefited include Oke Asela, Arakanga, and Oju Gboro in Ilugun/Iberekodo Ward 5, and Ikeye and Agura Road in Gbagura Ward 6.
Further installations were carried out in Lafenwa/Afonta (Abule Otun and Afonta), Sabo/Gaa (Odo Eran/Iso Pako, LADICO Community), Oke Ago Owu (Olomore Market and surrounding villages), Totoro/Sokori (Oke Sokori, Ita Iyalode, Ogbe, and others), Ita Oshin/Olomore (Community Primary School and environs), Olorunda/Ijale Papa (Tibo and Falekan), and Imala/Idi Emi (Oyan Dam).
He also mentioned ongoing projects such as the construction of a block of three classrooms at St. John Anglican Primary School, Imala, supply of chairs and desks to ANLG Primary School in Anigbado, and construction of a town hall at Idi Emi.
In Ilewo/Isaga Ward 15, solar lights were installed in Loki and Kukudi, and a 300kva transformer was energized in Ilewo Orile. Ibara-Orile/Onisasa Ward 16 benefited from lights at Opara CDA, Ibara-Orile Market, Ijaye Titun, and others, along with rural electrification in Onisasa. Mechanic Village along Abeokuta–Ayetoro Road also received new solar-powered lights.
Osoba explained that several wards in Obafemi-Owode also enjoyed new installations of solar streetlights.
“We installed lights at Mokoloki Market and Lukosi Market in Mokoloki Ward 1, and at Loto in Ofada Ward 2. In Owode Ward 3, we reached Itoku Ande, Osoba Village, Lufuwape, Orile Igbein, and Siun-Owode Road,” he said.
In Ajura Ward 4, the lights extended to Oba Sogbaike, Orile Imo, Siun Town and Siun-Ajura Road. In Onidundu Ward 6, Soseri and Ita Inu Odan Villages were illuminated, while Oba Ward 7 benefitted from lights in Oba Eerin, Ojuore Market, Erita, and Abule Ojere. The Oba–Kobape 8km road was also reconstructed.
Other areas included Egbeda Ward 8 (electrification in Adedero, town hall construction, and lighting in Ajirose), Kajola Ward 9, and Obafemi Ward 10 (Apena Village, Obafemi). In Ajebo Ward 11, Layanran, Olibori, and Owojo received lighting support. Kobape Road Mechanic Village also received solar lighting, while projects in Moloko Asipa (Ward 5) and Alapako Oni (Ward 12) are in view.
In Odeda, Osoba noted that his focus had been on completing stalled electrification projects and expanding solar lighting to underlit communities.
“We’ve installed lights in Oluga Village, Araromi, the LGA and INEC Secretariats, and Daboyin under Odeda Ward 1. In Balogun Itesi Ward 2, the lights cover Papa Oja, Edila, Iyanbu, Iporo, and Ijeun Akoni. Bantun and nearby villages had their rural electrification completed in Olodo Ward 3, along with solar installations in Baagbon and the market,” he said.
In Alagbagba Ward 4, Aminawo and Iporo were lit up; Ilugun Ward 5 had Olokemeji; Osiele Ward 6 received lights at Camp; and Obantoko Ward 7 saw installations at American Junction and Alaseyori CDA. Osoba also constructed a six-classroom block at Oloruntedo Community Primary School, Obantoko.
Alabata Ward 8 received solar lights in Adao and Alabata, while Obete Ward 9 was lit at Alamutu Market and Obete Village. In Opeji Ward 10, lights were installed in Mawuko and Fijabi. Camp Mechanic Village also benefitted from solar lighting.
Beyond infrastructure, Osoba outlined economic interventions that have directly impacted thousands of lives.
“In 2023, we gave N50,000 to 1,000 artisans and N100,000 to 800 constituents. In April and June 2025, another 800 traders received N50,000 each,” he said.
“Through these efforts, we are not just supporting families—we’re creating ripple effects in the local economy. We also distributed fertilizer to farmers across all wards in 2024 and 2025 to boost agricultural output,” he added.
As part of youth-focused development, Osoba disclosed that hundreds of young people were trained in May 2025 in modern agriculture, solar energy, and automobile technology, equipping them with practical skills to thrive.
Additionally, 1,000 bags of rice were distributed annually in 2023, 2024, and 2025 to the most vulnerable households across the three LGAs.
Osoba assured constituents that more projects are underway and that efforts will be intensified in areas marked “in view.”
“Every ward matters. We are not stopping. These first two years were just a foundation. The next phase will consolidate gains and scale up our outreach. My vision remains clear: to represent the people with impact and to make Abeokuta North, Obafemi-Owode, and Odeda proud,” he said.
