Ayuba’s scorecard: Transforming Alimosho through infrastructure, empowerment

Stanley Ihedigbo

In an era where leadership is increasingly judged by visible impact, Honourable Ganiyu Adele Ayuba (MHR) has continued to stand out as a representative focused on delivering tangible dividends of democracy to the people of Alimosho Federal Constituency.

Across communities in the constituency, his interventions span infrastructure, economic empowerment, education, healthcare, and security, reflecting a people-centred approach to governance.

A major pillar of Ayuba’s stewardship has been the improvement of infrastructure aimed at enhancing the quality of life for residents.

Key projects include the installation of solar-powered street lights across several communities, boosting security and enabling economic activities at night.

Road construction and rehabilitation have also received significant attention. Notable projects include Old Obadore Road in Akesan, Amina Borge Road in Irewole CDA, and Township Road in Abesan Estate, Ipaja.

In addition, roads and drainage systems within Federal Government Low-Cost Housing Estates have been rehabilitated to improve accessibility and prevent flooding.

To address electricity challenges, 500KVA transformers have been installed in strategic locations, while water supply schemes and solar-powered boreholes, such as the one at Progressive Oniyede CDA, have improved access to clean water.

These interventions have collectively enhanced mobility, safety, and access to essential services.

Recognising that sustainable development is anchored on economic empowerment, Ayuba has rolled out programmes targeting youths, women, and small business owners.

His initiatives include the distribution of tricycles to transporters and unemployed youths, entrepreneurship programmes designed to create jobs, and skill acquisition training in ICT, mobile phone repairs, and various artisan trades such as tailoring, barbing, fashion design, and hairdressing.

Market men and women have also benefited from targeted empowerment schemes, helping to strengthen local commerce and reduce unemployment across the constituency.

Education remains a cornerstone of Ayuba’s development agenda. His interventions include the construction of schools, the provision of learning materials, and the distribution of school buses to ease transportation challenges for students.

He has also established an ICT Centre aimed at equipping young people with digital skills needed to thrive in a modern economy. These efforts are geared toward building a knowledgeable and competitive future workforce.

In the health sector, Ayuba has facilitated medical and surgical outreach programmes, bringing essential healthcare services closer to residents.

Primary Health Centres (PHCs) have been supported with medical equipment to improve service delivery.

Beyond healthcare, social welfare programmes have seen the distribution of food items, including grains and rice, as well as targeted support for the elderly and vulnerable groups within the constituency.

To promote safer communities, Ayuba has engaged with stakeholders on security matters while also collaborating with emergency agencies on flood control and canal dredging projects.

His efforts have also attracted intervention from the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA) to address environmental challenges affecting parts of the constituency.

From infrastructure to human capital development, Ayuba’s footprint is evident across Alimosho. His approach reflects a blend of strategic planning and grassroots engagement, aimed at addressing both immediate needs and long-term development goals.

As residents assess leadership based on performance and impact, many point to the visible changes across Alimosho as evidence of progress. With a focus on continuity, sustainability, and inclusive governance, Honourable Ganiyu Adele Ayuba is positioning himself as a dependable choice for the future of the constituency.