The Lagos State Government last week called for cooperation
from communities where ongoing road and other infrastructure development
projects were sited, to ensure their completion on schedule.

Mr Ganiyu Johnson, the Special Adviser to Governor Fashola
on Works and Infrastructure, made the remark at a stakeholders meeting with residents
of Yaya Abatan Street and College Road in Ifako Ijaiye area of Lagos State.

The meeting was meant to intimate the people with the
government’s planned upgrading and rehabilitation of roads in the area.

“Regeneration will not only improve the quality of life, but
also positively affect property value, thus benefiting the people.

“The project in this area will be executed in phases.

“It is only when people forge an alliance with the
government that projects can be delivered promptly and on time,” Johnson said.

The official said the partnership should involve the
resolution of the various issues that might delay the take off of the project.

He cited the issue bordering on the establishment of the
right of way, which would involve the demolition of walls and some fences, for
which the government was soliciting support.

Johnson said the remedy for any demolished structure would
be the title documents and valuation by other agencies.

“On safety concerns and compensation, the adequate attention
will be paid to the safety issues, just as claims received will be promptly
handed over to the agencies of government concerned,” Johnson said.