Hon. Dele Adeola, representing Iseyin/Itesiwaju State Constituency in the Oyo State House of Assembly, has called on Governor Seyi Makinde to intensify security around forest zones and communities bordering Kwara State. He made this appeal during the presentation and deliberation of the 2026 Appropriation Bill, noting that Kwara is currently experiencing heightened insecurity that could spill over into Oke-Ogun.
The lawmaker urged the governor to strengthen surveillance, increase patrols, and enhance vigilance across forest belts within the Iseyin, Itesiwaju, Kajola, and Iwajowa corridors. He warned that farmers, travelers, and rural dwellers remain vulnerable unless security is tightened along the Oke-Ogun–Kwara boundary.
Hon. Adeola also stressed the need to improve access roads leading to the renowned Ado-Awaye Suspended Lake, one of Nigeria’s emerging tourism assets. He thanked Governor Makinde for awarding the facelift and rehabilitation project for the lake itself, but emphasized that without good connecting roads, the site cannot fully attract local and international tourists.
He highlighted the importance of tapping into the upgraded Ibadan Airport, which now receives international visitors, as a key advantage for boosting tourism in Oyo State. Improved access to Ado-Awaye, he noted, would significantly enhance the state’s tourism revenue and global visibility.
Hon. Adeola concluded by drawing attention to the shortage of Town Planning Officers across LGAs and appealed for new appointments to support sustainable development. He reaffirmed his commitment to effective representation and prayed for the continued success of Governor Makinde’s administration.