Itowolo Community Residents Demand Completion of Health Centre

Residents of Itowolo Community in the Ikorodu West Local Council Development Area of Lagos State have appealed to the state government for the completion of an abandoned health centre. Construction began approximately four years ago but halted at the foundation stage, leaving the community without a functional healthcare facility.

This lack of access has resulted in tragic losses, as residents often must travel long distances, up to 13 kilometers, to reach the nearest health centres in emergencies. Community leader Saheed Adeoye recounted instances where individuals, including a man known as Pastor Arowosola and a child referred to as Iya Transformer’s child, died while being transported to hospitals outside the community.

Chief Sikiru Aregbeshola, the Baale of Itowolo Community, noted that the health centre project was facilitated by the local councillor but emphasized that the councillor should not be held accountable for its abandonment. Residents continue to hope for the resumption of construction, which they believe is critical for their health and safety.