Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has expressed displeasure over the extended neglect of Ogun West Senatorial District by earlier administrations, regardless of the zone’s strategic contributions to the state’s financial system.
Talking on Sunday on the grand finale of the 2024 Oronna Day Celebration held in Ilaro, Yewa South Native Authorities Space, Abiodun famous that Ogun West, which serves because the state’s meals basket and largest non-oil income earner, had been ignored by way of improvement initiatives.
He stated, “After I assumed workplace, I realised that, for some causes, most of my predecessors didn’t give this zone the eye it deserves.
“Kabiyesi informed me that previously, all they did right here was ground-breaking ceremonies with out commissioning initiatives. I assured him that this narrative would change, and immediately, I’m proud to say we now have delivered on that promise.”
The governor highlighted his administration’s achievements within the area, together with the reconstruction of the Ilaro-Owode Highway, which connects Yewa South to different native governments, drastically decreasing journey time from over two hours to just some minutes.
He added, “We’ve got commissioned a minimum of one highway in each native authorities on this zone, with some having much more.
“He additionally emphasised the strategic significance of Ogun West, house to the Agbara Industrial Property with over 500 industries, the biggest limestone deposits, and the nation’s largest cement manufacturing unit.
The governor revealed that one lane of the Atan-Lusada-Agbara twin carriageway had been accomplished, with work ongoing to complete the second lane.
Abiodun praised the indigenes of Ogun West for his or her dedication to the event of the zone, significantly acknowledging the Olu of Ilaro and Paramount Ruler of Yewaland, Oba Kehinde Olugbenle, and Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola for his or her efforts in bettering the realm’s infrastructure and welfare.
He additionally referred to as on residents to collaborate with the federal government in driving improvement, stressing that collective efforts have been wanted to attain sustainable progress.
Deputy Senate President, Senator Barau Jubril, counseled the state authorities for fostering group improvement. He famous that the Oronna Day celebration serves as each a cultural preservation device and a driver of socio-economic development.
In a message delivered by Senator Iyabo Anisulowo, the Minister of Communications and Digital Economic system, Dr. Bosun Tijani, described the occasion as a celebration of heritage that fosters improvement and unity among the many folks.
In his remarks, Oba Olugbenle appreciated Abiodun for fulfilling his promise to increase developmental initiatives to Yewaland.
He urged the governor to prioritize the commissioning of a housing property in Ilaro to additional enhance the residing requirements of residents.