The Chairman, Alimosho Local Government, Hon. Akinpelu Ibrahim Johnson, has approved the formation of a Local Government Health Authority (LGHA) Committee.
The committee will oversee primary healthcare delivery and strengthen grassroots health administration, in accordance with the Lagos State Health Sector Reform Law.
Members of the committee include Dr. Omogbemi, Chairman, Dr. Adekoya Abimbola, Secretary, Mr. Akinlalu Adedayo, member, Mrs. Dupe Fakoyede, and the yet-to-be-appointed Supervisory Councillor for Health.
Although the body is yet to be formally inaugurated, selection of the members, is expected to provide professional and community-based leadership for the Authority.
Chairman stresses importance of professionalism
A statement from the Chairman’s Media Office, said Hon. Johnson emphasised the importance of professionalism and dedication in the assignment while addressing members of the LGHA.
“This is a serious task entrusted to you, and the highest level of professionalism is expected. Under our WISE Agenda, we promised our people improved primary healthcare by ensuring that the right pegs are placed in the right holes and by investing adequately in the sector for the benefit of our people. I therefore urge you not to see this as a routine exercise, but as a serious responsibility that directly affects the health and lives of our citizens,” he said.
By law, the LGHA is a corporate body with perpetual succession and the legal capacity to own property, enter into contracts, and sue or be sued.
Mandates of the LGHA Committee
Its core mandate includes setting targets for primary healthcare facilities, measuring performance against those targets, implementing policy measures on primary healthcare development, and ensuring effective coordination of health services within its jurisdiction.
The Authority is also empowered to supervise and monitor ward and facility management committees, discipline junior health staff, and review healthcare plans and budgetary proposals before their submission to the Ministry of Health.
These responsibilities are designed to align local health delivery with government policies while responding to community needs.
Structurally, the LGHA is composed of a part-time Chairman who must be a qualified medical or health practitioner, representatives of private healthcare providers and traditional medicine, two reputable community members (including at least one woman), and the Medical Officer of Health, who serves as Secretary and administrative head.
Pending the inauguration of the committee, stakeholders have expressed optimism that its eventual commencement will strengthen service delivery, promote transparency, and boost public trust in the primary healthcare system.
Analysts also point out that the composition of the new committee marks a clear shift from previous structures, featuring a more energetic and proactive membership considered well-suited to handle the Authority’s rigorous responsibilities.
