The first chapter of Omo’ba Hammed Olalekan Aroyewun’s leadership story in Igbogbo/Bayeku LCDA is already making waves. One hundred days into office, the chairman fondly called HOA has changed the rhythm of governance — shifting the LCDA from slow, predictable routines to a model driven by urgency, visibility, and community-backed progress.
From day one, HOA has insisted that development must be felt, not just announced, and that approach is what now defines governance in Igbogbo/Bayeku.
Starting Strong: A Chairman Who Went Straight to Work
Rather than relax into office, HOA immediately committed his first days to a division-wide inspection tour. He wanted to see:
neglected public buildings
abandoned roads
weak infrastructure
and struggling health centres
Not through reports — but with his own eyes.
He often describes that decision as “the difference between a chairman in the office and a chairman on the field.”
This early visibility created the blueprint for the administration’s priority projects.
Ibeshe Primary Health Centre — From Abandoned to Reborn
Among all the projects launched so far, the rebirth of the Ibeshe Primary Health Centre stands out as a symbol of the new administration’s seriousness.
Once a decaying structure residents avoided, the centre has now been transformed into a functional, dignified health facility with:
a complete structural overhaul
new roofing and modern PVC ceilings
newly tiled floors
a purpose-built injection room
restored water system inside the centre and on external public taps
upgraded washbasins and fittings
and a fresh coat of paint that gives the entire building new life
For many residents of Ibeshe, this is not just infrastructure — it is reassurance that government has remembered them again.
Leadership With Mentorship at Its Core
HOA credits much of his passion and discipline to the guidance he receives from Ikorodu Division elders and political leaders.
One story he frequently shares happened during an inspection in Ilemere, where his team got stuck in mud on a bad road. Despite the inconvenience, Asiwaju Reuben Kaoli Olusanya, who was with them, remained calm and encouraging.
HOA says that moment reset his mindset:
“If a 70-year-old leader can take it as a challenge, then those of us who are young have no excuse.”
This mentorship continues to shape the chairman’s drive for excellence.
Commendations From All Angles
The newly upgraded health centre was commissioned by Asiwaju Kaoli himself, who praised HOA for prioritising renovation of existing facilities instead of abandoning them.
Other commendations came from:
Hon. Taiwo Orenuga, APC Chairman, who said HOA has surpassed expectations
The Olubeshe of Ibeshe, represented by Chief Rilwan Fatola, who said residents have seen “clear, early impact”
The health workers, who described the project as “a total turnaround”
The community is taking note — and appreciating the difference.
Teamwork: The Engine Behind the Progress
HOA is not shy about giving credit. He emphasizes that the success of his 100 days rests on:
committed councilors
hardworking administrative staff
supportive community leaders
and a politically united team
This harmony, he says, is the main reason projects are moving at record speed.
He also reinforced that the LCDA’s mission aligns with:
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s THEMES+ Agenda
ensuring that local development contributes to national and state priorities.
If 100 Days Looks Like This, The Future Will Be Even Bigger
HOA describes the first 100 days as “the warm-up stage.” Now that systems are set and community feedback is flowing, the administration is set to roll out more:
community infrastructure
health intervention projects
school upgrades
empowerment programs
road rehabilitations
and environmental improvements
The message to residents is clear:
“We’re just getting started. The coming years will deliver even more.”
