Concerned citizens of Ejigbo Local Council Development Area have petitioned Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, urging him to intervene in the alleged personalization of public assets by the immediate passed Executive Chairman, Hon. Monsuru Oloyede Bello.
The petitioners claim that the former Chairman was engaged in acts of impunity, abuse of power, and disregard for accountability. Specifically, they object to the naming of Akinsanya Ajaloleru Primary School after the chairman’s clan, alleging that the land was not donated by the clan and that the naming was done without consultation.
The primary school in question was constructed on a site initially meant for a Primary Health Care Centre. The project was attracted to the area by former Chairman Hon. Kehinde Bamigbetan, but the National Primary Health Care Authority failed to execute the project. Hon. Monsuru Oloyede Bello’s administration later converted the site into a primary school, which was well-received by the community. However, the naming of the school after the Akinsanya Ajaloleru clan has sparked controversy.
The petitioners also allege that Bello disregarded the opinions of the electorate when renaming the school and the LCDA secretariat. They claim that no consultations were made, and the renaming was done without the knowledge of the governor.
The petitioners were shocked to discover that the chairman had named the upgraded LCDA secretariat ‘Nurudeen Obe Complex’ in honor of his family. They argue that this is an act of egocentric megalomania and an attempt to shackle a public institution to the Bello’s personal ambition.
The petitioners urge Governor Sanwo-Olu to intervene and
- Rename the primary school to ‘Ilamose Community Primary School’
- Rename the LCDA secretariat to
Ejigbo LCDA Secretariat”
Hon. Monsuru Oloyede Bello was the Chairman of Ejigbo LCDA between 2017 and 2025. During his tenure, he was involved in various projects, including the construction of roads and schools. However, his administration was soaked in controversy
The petition highlights the need for accountability and transparency in governance. The petitioners demands reflect the concerns of the residents of Ejigbo LCDA, who expect their leaders to serve the people, not their personal interests. As the governor considers the petition, it remains to be seen how this situation will unfold.
