HON. LUQMAN OLATUNJI ORELOPE STRIDES, LEGISLATIVE CONTRIBUTIONS & CONSTITUENCY IMPACT

A RECORD OF LEGISLATION. REPRESENTATION. DEVELOPMENT.
From the floor of the Lagos State House of Assembly to the communities of Alimosho, Hon. Luqman Olatunji Orelope has focused on legislation, effective constituency representation and development interventions that respond to the needs of the people.

1. BILLS SPONSORED
Appropriation (Amendment) Law, 2023
Focused on reordering government priorities to respond to emerging needs within the 2023 fiscal year.
Appropriation Law, 2024

Provided the legislative framework for the allocation of resources and funding for the 2024 fiscal year.
Appropriation (Amendment) Law, 2024

Provided for necessary adjustments and the reordering of priorities during the 2024 fiscal year.

Lagos State Electricity Bill — Awaiting Second Reading
Seeks to strengthen the regulation, development and provision of electricity across Lagos State.

Local Government Amendment Bill — Awaiting Third Reading
Seeks to enhance local government administration, governance and service delivery.

2. MOTIONS MOVED
Mitigation of Flooding in Lagos State
Advocated comprehensive measures and coordinated interventions to address flooding and its effects across Lagos State.

Increased Inclusion of Cabinet Members from Alimosho
Called for greater representation of Alimosho constituents in the state executive structure.

3. CONSTITUENCY PROJECTS & COMMUNITY INTERVENTIONS
Infrastructure & Flood Management
-Re-channelization of canals at Okunola Road.
-Drainage construction at Okanla, Orisunmbare and Shasha.
-Re-channelization and construction of water/drainage channels in Water/Aboru.
-Completion of Imulokanle Collector Drain.
-Construction of the collapsed box culvert at Olakunle Ojo Street, Agbado-Oke Odo.
-Construction of Omu-Aran Street Road.
-Reconstruction of Oyinlola Road.
These interventions have focused on improving drainage, water flow, road access, environmental conditions and flood management across affected communities.

ROADS & COMMUNITY CONNECTIVITY
Construction of Olaniyi Street, Alimosho.
Construction of Abeokuta Street, Alimosho.
Surface dressing of Akinola Street.
Surface dressing of Kollington, Amikanle and Victor Fagbemi Streets.
Construction of Babalola, Bayo Oyegbemi and Bameke Streets.
Completion of Efon Alaye Street, Alimosho LGA.
Completion of the Egan–Ayobo Link Bridge.
Ongoing channelisation of Ajisebi Ara Mecca

4. FEDERAL & STATE DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
Through legislative representation, stakeholder engagement and collaboration with relevant government authorities, Hon. Orelope has continued to demonstrate capacity through facilitating projects from the Federal agency on HEALTH, EDUCATION, ICT & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

-Egbeda 40-Bed Modern Hospital / Primary Health Centre
Co-facilitated the development of a 40-bed healthcare facility on Lanre Street, Egbeda, expanding access to healthcare infrastructure within the constituency.

-Orisunmbare Primary School
Co-facilitated the provision of Orisunmbare Primary School, supporting access to educational infrastructure for children in the community.

-Egbeda Recreational Centre
Co-facilitated the provision of a recreational centre at Asmau Bakare, creating additional space for recreation, social development and community activities.

-Diagnosis Centre
Co-facilitated the provision of a diagnosis centre at Lanre Hassan Street, Alimosho.

– ICT Centre
Co-facilitated the provision of an ICT centre at Kareem Laka, Egbeda, supporting digital access and learning opportunities for residents.

5. YOUTH, EDUCATION, EMPLOYMENT & SOCIAL SUPPORT
-Youth Advocacy Programmes
Supported initiatives focused on drug-abuse prevention, entrepreneurship and agricultural development.

-Cash Palliatives
Provided financial assistance to constituents as part of efforts to cushion economic hardship.
Food Palliatives

-Supported the distribution of food items to vulnerable residents during periods of economic difficulty.

-Vocational Trainees
Provided financial and food assistance to vocational trainees under the Ministry of Wealth Creation and Employment.
Ounje Eko Support

-Extended welfare support to indigent constituents during the government’s food intervention programme.

-Educational Support & Admissions Assistance
Assisted students, including prospective students seeking admission to Lagos State University, with admissions and financial support.

-Teacher Employment Recommendations
Facilitated recommendations for qualified teachers for employment opportunities through TESCOM and SUBEB.

-Youth Employment Opportunities
Recommended qualified youths for employment opportunities across relevant sectors.

-Environmental Stakeholder Engagement
Engaged community stakeholders on environmental concerns and possible solutions affecting residents.

6. COMMUNITY STREET-LIGHTING INTERVENTIONS
Lighting interventions have also been extended to several communities and streets across the constituency, including:
Olayinka Crescent, Ikola
Ganiyu Lawal Street, Ikola
Okun-Ola Road
Kareem Laka Street
Isiba Oluwo
Orelope Street
Duduyemi Street
Akerele Street
Tayo-Kehinde Street
Ogunlana Street
Greenland Street
Bamishile Street
Alhaji Razak Street
Ogunsola Street
Awori Street
Olugbede Street
Olowopejo Road, Idimu
Owutedo Ajibode Street
Omu-Aran Street
Ademola Afolabi Street
Olusi Crescent
Akinyiola Street
These interventions are aimed at improving visibility, supporting community safety and enhancing the overall living environment for residents.

COMMITTEE RESPONSIBILITIES;
Chairman, Committee on Civic Engagement
Provides leadership on initiatives aimed at strengthening citizen participation, engagement and interaction between government and the people.

Member, Committee on Tertiary Education
Contributes to legislative discussions and policies concerning tertiary education in Lagos State.
Member, Committee on Environment

Participates in legislative efforts addressing environmental challenges and promoting sustainable practices.
Member, Committee on Women Affairs, Poverty Alleviation & Job Creation

Contributes to initiatives focused on women empowerment, poverty reduction and employment creation.

Member, Committee on Public-Private Partnership
Supports collaboration between the government and the private sector to drive development.

Member, Committee on Overseas Investment & Sustainable Development Goals

Contributes to initiatives promoting investment and the implementation of sustainable development objectives.

 

A THOUGHTFUL LEADERSHIP.
A PURPOSEFUL REPRESENTATION.
SERVICE WITH IMPACT.

Hon. Luqman Olatunji Orelope’s constituency record is presented through three interconnected pillars:
LEGISLATION.
REPRESENTATION.
DEVELOPMENT.