Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commissioned several people-oriented projects in Ogun Waterside Local Government Area as part of continued efforts in extending the dividends of democracy to residents at the grassroots.

Speaking at the commissioning ceremony, the Governor said good governance must go beyond promises, but should rather translate into tangible delivery of projects that would directly improve the lives of the people.

Represented by the Special Adviser to the Governor on Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon. Azeez Bello, the Governor urged the Council Chairman to sustain his commitment to grassroots development and ensure continuous delivery of meaningful projects, advising the residents to take ownership of the facilities so as to ensure their proper maintenance and sustainability.

In his remarks, the Chairman, Ogun Waterside Local Government, Hon. Odunnoiki Abdulganiyu, said that Governor Abiodun, administration had created an enabling environment for local governments to deliver on their mandates, commending his leadership and commitment to grassroots development.

Abdulganiyu, explained that the projects cut across security, education, agriculture, commerce, healthcare and staff welfare, which were all in line with the Governor's ISEYA mantra, adding that the projects executed reflected his administration's determination to bring development closer to the people.

The projects included; the procurement of a tractor, motorcycles, installation of solar-powered streetlights, provision of 500 gallons of chalkboard paint, renovation of the health centre in Ode Omi Community, construction of 10 lock-up shops in Iwopin Township and the construction of an Amotekun security building in Irokun.