Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu has unveiled plans to transform the coastal corridor of Ibeshe, Ilashe, and Takwa Bay into a vibrant tourism and economic destination.
The governor made the announcement during an inspection tour of the area on Tuesday, accompanied by state officials, traditional rulers, and community stakeholders.
Sanwo-Olu highlighted the corridor’s strategic location between the Atlantic Ocean and Lagos Lagoon, noting its immense potential for tourism and sustainable development. He stressed the need to restore order, regulate construction, and ensure that development adheres to planning regulations.
“We are bringing life back into this community, but more importantly, we are bringing order and a clear understanding of how livelihoods should thrive,” the governor said. He also expressed concern over indiscriminate construction and violations of building regulations, pledging a structured intervention.
The administration plans to work with the Lagos State Physical Planning Authority and other agencies to regularise existing developments, grant proper titles, and safeguard the interests of local residents. The development blueprint will include essential amenities such as hospitals, shopping centres, fuel stations, and security posts, aiming to create a sustainable work-life ecosystem.
Sanwo-Olu emphasised that tourism would be a top priority, with the government acting as a strong enabler to unlock the corridor’s full potential. He commended the support of traditional rulers and community members and assured that all interventions would be inclusive and sustainable, ensuring the area’s growth benefits both residents and visitors.
The governor made the announcement during an inspection tour of the area on Tuesday, accompanied by state officials, traditional rulers, and community stakeholders.
Sanwo-Olu highlighted the corridor’s strategic location between the Atlantic Ocean and Lagos Lagoon, noting its immense potential for tourism and sustainable development. He stressed the need to restore order, regulate construction, and ensure that development adheres to planning regulations.
“We are bringing life back into this community, but more importantly, we are bringing order and a clear understanding of how livelihoods should thrive,” the governor said. He also expressed concern over indiscriminate construction and violations of building regulations, pledging a structured intervention.
The administration plans to work with the Lagos State Physical Planning Authority and other agencies to regularise existing developments, grant proper titles, and safeguard the interests of local residents. The development blueprint will include essential amenities such as hospitals, shopping centres, fuel stations, and security posts, aiming to create a sustainable work-life ecosystem.
Sanwo-Olu emphasised that tourism would be a top priority, with the government acting as a strong enabler to unlock the corridor’s full potential. He commended the support of traditional rulers and community members and assured that all interventions would be inclusive and sustainable, ensuring the area’s growth benefits both residents and visitors.
