ISEYA Development Agenda: Gov. Abiodun Pledges to Prioritize Infrastructure to Drive Ogun's Industrialization

By: Israel Adeleke 

OPEN TELEVISION NAIJA (OTN) News reports that the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to prioritizing infrastructure development as a major catalyst for industrialization and inclusive economic growth across the state.

OTN News further reports that Abiodun, who disclosed this while speaking during a town hall meeting and participatory forum for the preparation of the 2026–2028 Medium-Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and the 2026 budget at the Bisi Rodipe Event Centre, Ijebu-Ode, said that massive investment in infrastructure will continue to be a central pillar of his developmental agenda.

Abiodun, who was ably represented by the Commissioner for Finance and Chief Economic Adviser, Mr. Dapo Okubadejo, underscored the importance of citizens’ engagement in shaping government policies that reflect the priorities and aspirations of the people.

The governor, who also highlighted his achievements under the administration’s ISEYA Development Agenda, noted that over 1,000 kilometres of roads have been constructed or rehabilitated since 2019, improving connectivity, facilitating trade, and enhancing access to education, healthcare, and markets across all three senatorial districts.

He also noted the completed projects in the Ijebu axis which include the rehabilitation of Ikofa–Abapawa Road in Odogbolu, the reconstruction of Igbeba Road/Talbort Yidi Lane and Awokoya Road in Ijebu-Ode, and the construction of the Odolewu–Lasesi–Isiwo Road in Odogbolu.

Other completed works include the parapet walls for Erinwa Bridge, dredging of Erinwa River, and renovation of the Ijebu-Ode–Epe Toll Gate.

Furthermore, ongoing projects in the area comprise the reconstruction of Imoru Road, Stadium Junction–Luba Road, Oshinubi (formerly Araromi) Road, Tam Balogun Road, and Iworo–Ogbogbo–Igbeba Road.

Additional works are also progressing on Obalende–Abeokuta Road, Gao Junction–Ibiade Road in Ogun Waterside, and Ogbere–Orita–Imobi Junction Road in Ijebu East, among others, the governor added.

OTN News observes that Abiodun also disclosed that the Gateway International Airport had commenced commercial operations, while plans were underway to establish the Ijebu-Ode Inland Dry Port to strengthen transportation networks and boost economic activities in the region.

“In the health sector, our administration has embarked on hospital renovations, installation of solar power systems, and deployment of Electronic Medical Records (EMRs) to enhance efficiency and service delivery,” the governor stated.

The governor further explained that the state had made significant progress in education through the rehabilitation of science laboratories and technical colleges, introduction of digital learning via the Progressive Science and Mathematics Initiatives (PSI/PMI), and distribution of learning devices to teachers to enhance teaching outcomes.

Abiodun also emphasized the administration’s strides in youth empowerment and sports development, citing the successful hosting of the Gateway Games and the African Athletics Championships, which, he said, boosted tourism, created jobs, and positioned Ogun State as a centre for sporting excellence.

He added that the government continues to invest in agriculture and food security through the revitalization of farm settlements, modernization of processing facilities, and the establishment of a Women Development Centre in Ijebu-Ode to promote skills acquisition and entrepreneurship.

Earlier, the Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Mr. Olaolu Olabimtan, described the forum as a vital platform for participatory governance, reiterating the administration’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and inclusion.

He urged residents to make meaningful contributions to the 2026 budget process, assuring that their inputs would guide the government’s spending priorities.

However, some traditional rulers, including the Orimolusi of Ijebu-Igbo, HRH Oba Lawrence Jaiyeoba Adebajo, and the Daburewe of Idowa, Oba Adefuwape Okuribido, commended Governor Abiodun for his remarkable achievements, especially in road infrastructure and the newly completed airport.

They lauded his administration’s skill acquisition programmes, which they said have reduced unemployment and improved livelihoods across the state.