Dike Onwuamaeze Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has pledged to see to more infrastructural developments within the Banana Island estate and address the drainage issue that has been causing a major challenge on the road leading to the estate. The governor made this pledge on Saturday when he commissioned a series of landmark projects that underscored Banana Island’s reputation as one of Nigeria’s most prestigious estates. The projects, which were executed by the Banana Island Property Owners and Residents Association Lagos (BIPORAL) in collaboration with the Providus Bank and First Bank of Nigeria Plc, include an ultra-modern estate gate, a state-of-the-art administrative building, the Banana Island Boat Club, an advanced firefighting truck, two world-class tennis courts, and two astro turf football fields.
These projects were designed to enhance the safety, convenience, and recreational options available to Banana Island’s residents and further solidify the estate’s status as a prime hub for luxury and innovation. Sanwo-Olu said: “The minimum we can do as a government is to support you and ensure that where you work and play and relax also reflect what contribution you are giving to Lagos State and to Nigeria at large.” Responding to the request made by residents for the repair of the access road to the Banana Island, the governor assured them that the state government would find a lasting solution to the drainage channel that has been causing problem i.