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The Executive Chairman of Ifelodun Local Government, Hadji Abdulrasheed Femi Yusuf, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Kabba-Kajola/Oriaje community, led by the Oba of Kabba-Kajola of Oriaje, HRH Oba Garuba Odekunle, for the development of a 350-unit housing estate.
At the signing ceremony, Hadji Yusuf described the project as a major milestone in his administration’s vision to transform rural communities into thriving urban centres through strategic infrastructure and housing development.
According to him, the initiative will extend urban growth from the Ganmo and Amoyo axis to Kabba communities, opening up the area for residential, commercial, and economic opportunities.
“Our goal is to bridge the rural-urban divide by bringing meaningful development closer to our people. This housing estate is the beginning of a new chapter for Kabba-Kajola and its neighbouring communities,” the Chairman said.
He disclosed that the first phase, to be known as Kabba-Kajola Estate, will provide affordable housing for civil servants, public servants, and other interested residents, while creating an enabling environment for sustainable community growth.
Hadji Yusuf added that work on the project will commence immediately following the signing of the MoU and the formal handover of the site to the contractor.
He noted that the Local Government had already graded the roads linking the Kabba communities to prepare the area for the development.
The Head of the Works Department, Engr. Muhammad Awodi, said the estate is designed as a modern residential community with essential amenities, including schools, filling stations, shopping outlets, and other public facilities.
He confirmed that the contractor would take possession of the site immediately to begin the first phase of construction.
In a remark, the Oba of Kabba-Kajola, HRH Oba Garuba Odekunle, commended the Chairman for bringing unprecedented development to the community. He expressed appreciation for the administration’s commitment to improving the living standards of the people and assured the Local Government of the community’s full cooperation throughout the execution of the project.
Those present at the event included the Local Government DPM, Mallam Ayinde Ganiyu; Local Government Treasurer, Mallam Usman Waheed; community leaders, youth representatives, and stakeholders from Kabba-Kajola community.
