The Oyo State Government has reaffirmed its commitment to accelerated development across all zones of the state, with Governor Seyi Makinde pushing forward new multi-billion naira projects despite having only 17 months left in his second term. According to Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, the administration remains focused on defying the typical second-term slowdown through renewed energy and strategic investments.
Following the latest Executive Council meeting, the government approved the construction and rehabilitation of the 45.3km Saki–Ogboro–Igboho road at a cost of ₦18.14 billion, along with the Ogboro–Agbonle road to support farmers. Ongoing works were also confirmed on the Igboho–Kishi and Okaka–Igbojaye roads, as well as the Kunle Afolayan Film Village in Komu. The long-abandoned Kishi Fire Station will also be completed at ₦141.86 million.
To boost security in the Oke Ogun zone, Oyelade disclosed that airstrips in Otu and Igbeti have been designated for new state aircraft, while the Mobile Police base has been moved to Ago Are to curb insecurity. Deputy Governor Bayo Lawal welcomed the even distribution of projects, assuring residents that no major initiative under the administration will be abandoned.
The council further approved the dualization of the Ariyo–Amuloko–Odeyale Junction at ₦15.13 billion, positioning it as a major link to Ogun State. Additionally, ₦16.20 billion was allocated for the rehabilitation of roads in Old and New Bodija. A special ₦6.8 billion intervention fund was also set aside for the Iwo Road–Olodo–Lalupon–Iyana Ofa corridor, raising the total project cost to ₦14.53 billion.
In the education and health sectors, the government approved ₦107.7 million for science equipment in 99 public secondary schools and adopted the Oyo State Medical Residency Training Bill 2025. To strengthen project delivery, a Project Facilitation Fund was established under the Oyo State Investment Promotion Agency. Overall, the administration disclosed that it has invested over ₦1 trillion in infrastructure since 2019.