A significant milestone was recorded on Friday in the renewed drive of the Lagos State Government to expand access to safe, reliable and sustainable potable water as the Lagos Water Corporation (LWC), in partnership with WaterAid, formally executed the contract for the rehabilitation of the Ojokoro Mini Water Works with BayRoyal International Limited.
The landmark signing ceremony, held at the LWC boardroom, Head Office, Ijora, represents a decisive step towards restoring and strengthening water infrastructure in Ojokoro and its environs, with the project expected to positively impact over 100,000 residents of the Ojokoro Local Council Development Area (LCDA).
The ceremony brought together the Management of LWC, representatives of the Ojokoro LCDA, WaterAid, Lagos State Water Regulatory Commission (LASWARCO), the Ministry of Environment and Water Resources, and BayRoyal International Limited – reflecting a broad institutional commitment to delivering a sustainable water solution for the community.
Declaring the occasion historic, the Managing Director of Lagos Water Corporation, Engr. Mukhtaar Temitope Tijani, emphasised that the contract goes beyond the execution of an infrastructure agreement, describing it as a commitment to improving the quality of life of thousands of Lagosians.
Engr. Tijani reiterated the Corporation’s determination to ensure that investments in water infrastructure translate into actual water in the taps of residents, particularly in communities where access to dependable potable water has remained a longstanding challenge.
Under his leadership, LWC has continued to pursue a deliberate and people-centred transformation agenda anchored on infrastructure renewal, operational efficiency, strategic partnerships, innovation and sustainable service delivery.
The Ojokoro project therefore represents another important chapter in what has increasingly become a defining feature of Engr. Tijani’s stewardship of the Corporation – a leadership philosophy that places the needs of Lagosians at the heart of engineering decisions and infrastructure investments.
His vision is clear: to reposition the Lagos Water Corporation as a more efficient, responsive and sustainable public utility capable of delivering water services that meet the expectations of a rapidly growing Lagos.
The significance of the ceremony also lies in the leadership approach of Engr. Tijani, whose administration has consistently demonstrated that water infrastructure is not merely about pumps, pipelines, treatment plants and engineering structures, but fundamentally about people, dignity, public health and economic wellbeing.
With a firm grasp of both the technical and human dimensions of water service delivery, the Managing Director has continued to champion interventions that seek to convert strategic plans into measurable improvements in communities across Lagos.
The Ojokoro initiative is yet another manifestation of this philosophy – an infrastructure project conceived not simply as an engineering undertaking, but as a catalyst for improved public health, household welfare, productivity and socioeconomic development.
His leadership has therefore earned increasing recognition for combining technical foresight, institutional collaboration, accountability and an unwavering commitment to the people of Lagos.
Representing BayRoyal International Limited, the Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Owoeye Peter, expressed the company’s full commitment to the successful execution of the project.
He assured the Corporation and the people of Ojokoro of the contractor’s commitment to quality workmanship, strict adherence to safety standards and timely delivery in accordance with the specifications and expectations of LWC.
The assurance underscores the shared responsibility between the Corporation and its implementation partners to ensure that the project delivers sustainable value to the benefiting communities.
The presence of the Chairman of Ojokoro LCDA, Hon. Barrister Oluyemisi Adenike Rosiji, and other representatives of the Council gave the ceremony a strong community dimension.