Oyo State governor, Seyi Makinde, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to completing all ongoing projects before the expiration of his tenure, declaring that no new major projects will be initiated beyond September 2025.
In his keynote address at the Hijrah 1447 Luncheon held at the Government House, Agodi, Ibadan, the governor said, “I told my people, and I will still reiterate it, that by the end of September this year, in the next eight weeks, this government will not commit to any major project again.
“Whatever projects we have already committed to, we will see them through. We do not want to leave any uncompleted or abandoned projects by the time we leave in twenty-two months.”
Makinde highlighted some key projects already in progress, including the reconstruction of the Okaka–Igbojaiye–Kunle Afolayan Film Village Road, which he signed earlier in the day.
“We’ve signed the road reconstruction linking Okaka to Igbojaiye and the Kunle Afolayan Film Production Village today,” he said.
“When the time comes to commission it, we will do so together with Kunle Afolayan.”
He also confirmed the purchase of an aircraft previously proposed by the administration. The aircraft we proposed to order has now been purchased,” the governor announced.
Reflecting on the significance of Hijrah and the values it promotes, Makinde encouraged citizens to continue upholding virtues such as self-discipline, perseverance, tolerance, and good deeds.
He expressed appreciation for the prayers and support of the Muslim community, which he credited with bringing peace and progress to the state.
“Your prayers have been effective. That is why Oyo State has remained peaceful and prosperous,” he noted.
The governor emphasised religious tolerance, using his family history as an example.
“My grandfather was a Muslim, while my father was a Christian. This shows that Muslim blood flows in my veins as well. We must all continue to encourage religious tolerance in our society.”
Makinde urged religious and community leaders to continue offering their advice and guidance to the current administration until its final day in office.
“We value the advice we receive from the Muslim community. Please don’t stop giving it. Don’t wait to pass it on to the next administration – keep guiding us until our last day.”
“As the administration enters its final stretch, Makinde called on residents to pray for the government to finish strong.
“We may have done well in the last six years, but we are determined to finish well in the next two.”
