Alakuko residents urge Lagos to fix neglected Baale-Animashaun Road
Residents of Alakuko in Lagos State are appealing to the government to address the poor state of Baale-Animashaun Road. They say the road’s condition has caused economic hardship and frequent vehicle damage. Comrade Abayomi Oguntuase, Ade Makinde, and Matthew Adeleye highlighted the road’s importance and the negative impact on daily life. The residents insist that only a full reconstruction—not temporary fixes—will solve the problem.
What happened
- Comrade Abayomi Oguntuase said the road has been in disrepair for years despite repeated appeals and efforts by residents.
- Large stones were previously dumped on the road as a temporary measure, but residents say this is inadequate.
- The ongoing construction of drainage systems has not been matched by road repairs, leading to further frustration.
- Ade Makinde noted that the road’s poor state delays emergency response and increases vehicle maintenance costs.
- Matthew Adeleye described the road as economically significant, linking several communities and states, and called for urgent government intervention.
