The Lekki Local Council Development Area (LCDA) has its roots in the Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area, which was created in 1990 by General Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida. The Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area was formed from the old Epe Local Government, with its headquarters initially located at Akodo. However, in 2003, the then Governor of Lagos State (now President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria), Senator Bola Ahmed Tinubu, carved out the Lekki Local Council Development Area (LCDA) from Ibeju-Lekki Local Government. This led to the relocation of the headquarters from Akodo to Igando Oloja, while the new LCDA occupied its present location, the ancient town of Lekki.

Key Events Leading to the Creation of Lekki LCDA:

– 1990: Ibeju-Lekki Local Government Area was created from the old Epe Local Government.
– 2003: Lekki LCDA was carved out of Ibeju-Lekki Local Government by Governor Bola Ahmed Tinubu, leading to the establishment of the LCDA system in Lagos State.
– 2003 Creation Context: The creation of 37 LCDAs in Lagos State was a bold move to enhance local governance, community ownership, and development. The Supreme Court later ruled in favour of the LCDAs’ existence, affirming the principle that local governance should align with population growth and urban sprawl¹.

Impact of the LCDA Creation:

The creation of the Lekki LCDA has brought the government closer to the people, allowing for more localised and efficient administration. This development has enabled the LCDA to focus on specific local needs, such as road repairs, primary healthcare centres/services, schools, and community development initiatives.