By: Manoah Kikekon
Chairman Hon. Rauf Ibrahim Kayode Yemaren (RIKAY) celebrates milestone with major healthcare investment, free outreach, and pledges continued support for widows and persons with disabilities.
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| Hon. RIKAY going through medical checks |
Badagry, Lagos State – Hon. Rauf Ibrahim Kayode Yemaren (RIKAY), the Executive Chairman of Badagry West LCDA, marked his first 100 days in office with health intervention valued at thirty million naira (₦30m). The event, which drew large crowds, featured the unveiling of new medical equipment for primary health centres and a expansive free medical outreach for residents, signaling a robust, health-focused start to his tenure.
The ceremony, held on Wednesday in Badagry West LCDA, Lagos State saw the commissioning of a fresh suite of medical equipment destined for the council’s five Primary Health Centres. The procurement includes state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, treatment devices, maternal and child health kits, and emergency response equipment.
This investment is strategically aimed at strengthening healthcare service delivery and dramatically expanding access to quality, affordable healthcare for all communities within the local council development area.
Chairman RIKAY, reiterated that his administration’s core principles remain "renewed hope, action, and accountability." Promising that this was merely the beginning, he announced an extension of the 100 Days in Office activities, scheduling a special outreach for widows and persons with disabilities on Friday, 5 December 2025. That event will feature the distribution of wheelchairs, walking aids, cash support, and essential household supplies.
A comprehensive free medical outreach provided immediate relief to hundreds. Residents from across Badagry West communities benefited from free medical consultations, eye screening services, tuberculosis testing, blood pressure checks, and essential medications. The initiative also provided crucial health education, empowering residents to manage their wellbeing proactively. The event turned the council secretariat into a vibrant hub of community care and support.
Dr. Dorcas Oladunjoye, The Medical Officer of Health for Badagry West LCDA, described the chairman’s move as a "timely intervention for underserved communities." She emphasized that prioritizing healthcare in Lagos State, particularly within the first 100 days, underscores a genuine commitment to public welfare and lays a solid foundation for a healthier populace.
A prominent APC chieftain in Badagry, Chief Frederick Ajaneson, praised Hon. RIKAY’s "proactive and people-centred leadership." He noted that this health-focused kickoff effectively sets the tone for an administration dedicated to delivering tangible dividends of democracy and real value to Badagry West constituents.