Residents of Ogijo community in Ogun State express dismay over perceived neglect from the state government under the leadership of Governor Dapo Abiodun. Despite significant contributions to the state’s economy and political landscape, the community alleges a lack of developmental interventions.
Key grievances include:
- Delayed Infrastructure Projects: The community highlights the prolonged delay in completing a single tarred road approved in 2023, which remains unfinished after a year.
- Limited Political Representation and Employment Opportunities: Ogijo residents claim they have not received any political appointments or job opportunities at both state and federal levels, despite their support for the government in terms of revenue generation and votes.
- Historical Support and Unfulfilled Promises: The community recalls past engagements with Governor Abiodun before his election in 2019, where promises of support were made but allegedly not fulfilled.
In response to these grievances, the community vows to utilize available resources to ensure their concerns are heard. Asiwaju Lekan Saheed OLOKO (ALSO) emphasizes the community’s determination to seek fair treatment and development from the state government.