Oyo State Government Releases ₦319 Million in Compensation for Road Project Victims

The Oyo State Government has taken a significant step to address the concerns of individuals affected by the Ajia Junction and Senator Adewolu Ladoja Circular Road projects. A total of ₦319 million has been released as compensation for victims of the projects.

This information was made known today, April 10, 2025, when the Honourable Commissioner for Lands, Housing and Urban Development, Mr. Williams Akin-Funmilayo hosted the beneficiaries at the Ministry conference hall, Secretariat, Ibadan.

Compensation Breakdown

– *Ajia Junction Expansion*: 16 individuals received ₦55 million as first-batch payment for their affected lands or properties.
– *Senator Adewolu Ladoja Circular Road*: 97 individuals will receive ₦264 million as first-batch payment for their affected lands or properties.

Mr. Salawu Abiola, Mrs. Agboola, and Alh. Abiola Alarape, representing the beneficiaries, expressed gratitude to Governor Seyi Makinde for this gesture. They appreciated the governor’s efforts, despite initially not expecting compensation from the government.

The Senator Adewolu Ladoja Circular Road project is a comprehensive infrastructure development designed to enhance connectivity and reduce congestion. The project consists of four segments: Lagos-Ibadan to Ife-Ibadan, Ife-Ibadan to Ilorin-Ibadan, Ilorin-Ibadan to Abeokuta-Ibadan, and Abeokuta-Ibadan back to Lagos-Ibadan expressway. By constructing a circular road that connects major highways, the project aims to improve traffic flow, reduce travel time, and enhance connectivity between major cities in Oyo State and neighboring states, ultimately promoting economic growth and development in the region.

Recall that in October 2023, the Oyo State Government compensated a business owner along the Ajia-Egbeda road with over ₦100 million for their demolished property. This demonstrates the government’s commitment to addressing the impact of infrastructure development projects on local communities.

To ensure transparency in the compensation process, Governor Makinde has earlier established a monitoring team to verify and supervise the distribution of compensation for landowners affected by the Senator Adewolu Ladoja Circular Road project.

For further inquiries, please contact the Oyo State Government’s Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development.

Signed:
Hon. William Akin-Funmilayo
Commissioner for Lands, Housing and Urban Development
Oyo State Government
April 10, 2025.