REP. Babajimi Benson has facilitated the approval of a new school building and an Information and Communications Technology (ICT) centre for Igbogbo/Baiyeku Local Council Development Area.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports Benson is a lawmaker representing Ikorodu Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives.
The interventions are aimed at improving educational infrastructure, enhancing learning conditions and expanding access to digital skills and technology training for residents, particularly youths.
Speaking on the development, Benson said the projects were part of efforts to deliver meaningful dividends of democracy to constituents and provide them with tools needed to compete in the modern economy.
He said the ICT centre would provide opportunities for youths and other community members to acquire digital skills, while the new school building would help address infrastructure gaps affecting teaching and learning.
Benson said the interventions were in line with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Tinubu, adding that education and digital empowerment remain critical to the development of young Nigerians.
“The approval of these projects is part of our commitment to delivering meaningful dividends of democracy to the people of Ikorodu Federal Constituency.
“Education remains a critical foundation for the development of our communities, and we will continue to support interventions that provide our children with conducive learning environments.
“The ICT centre will provide our youths and other residents with the opportunity to acquire relevant digital skills and prepare them for the opportunities in today’s technology driven economy.
“These interventions are consistent with the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu, particularly in the areas of education, skills development and youth empowerment,” Benson said.
He assured residents that appropriate oversight would be provided to ensure that the projects were completed on schedule and to the required standard.
Mr Hammed Aroyewun, Chairman, Igbogbo Baiyeku Local Council Development Area, commended Benson for his continued support for the council and for facilitating development projects that directly addressed the needs of residents.
Aroyewun said the approval demonstrated the importance of collaboration between elected representatives and local government authorities in attracting development to communities.
“We appreciate Jimi Benson for his continued commitment to Igbogbo Baiyeku. These projects will make a significant difference in the lives of our people, particularly our youths and students,” he said.
Aroyewun said that the council would continue to engage relevant stakeholders and support initiatives that complemented its development priorities under the GLORY Agenda.
He said that the new school facility would improve the learning environment for more than 500 students, while the ICT centre would provide digital skills training for more than 200 youths and community members annually.
According to him, the projects will also create opportunities for technology-driven employment, enterprise development and access to modern learning resources.
He said the council would work with relevant authorities to ensure effective monitoring of the projects and their timely completion.
A resident of Igbogbo, Mr Kunle Adebayo, described the approval as a welcome development, saying improved school facilities will contribute to better learning outcomes.
“This is the kind of intervention that will have a direct impact on families. Our children need conducive classrooms and modern facilities to learn effectively,” he said.
Another resident, Mrs Yetunde Salami, said the ICT centre would provide young people with an opportunity to acquire skills that could improve their employment prospects.
“Digital skills are very important today. Having an ICT centre within the community will make it easier for our youths to learn, develop their talents and explore new opportunities,” she said.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the projects were approved during Benson’s working visit to the LCDA, and are expected to be completed before the end of 2026.
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