The Lagos State Ministry of Housing has urged residents of government-owned estates in Ikorodu to play a more active role in building vibrant, sustainable communities.
At a recent forum held at Ayangule Jubilee Housing Estate, Permanent Secretary Abdulhafis Toriola emphasized that residents’ feedback and cooperation in areas such as waste management, security, maintenance, and environmental sustainability are crucial to improving living standards.
Toriola, represented at the event by Mrs. Olukemi Fosudo, Director of the Estate Department, encouraged residents to submit concerns via a QR code, social media, or letters addressed to the ministry’s office, noting that this transparent approach aligns with the THEMES+ agenda focused on inclusivity and enhanced quality of life.
Fosudo underscored the importance of timely payment of service charges to facility managers, a step she said is essential to maintaining infrastructure and ensuring shared accountability.
She also stressed that harmonious relations regardless of tribe, religion, language, or race are foundational to cultivating a peaceful living environment. Reflecting Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu’s vision, she highlighted ongoing efforts to develop estates equipped with infrastructure on par with global cities.
Peter Esene, Chairman of the Ayangule Jubilee Housing Estate Residents Association, expressed appreciation on behalf of residents, praising the government’s focus on sustainability and community well-being. Overall, the forum reaffirmed the partnership between residents and the state, underscoring that sustainable estate living is achievable through shared responsibility, open communication, and collaborative stewardship
