Building a State that Will Serve Not Only Today’s Citizens but Generations Yet to Come – Gov. Makinde

The past two weeks have been eventful for our State, and I believe many of you can feel the momentum around us. From commissioning the Ibadan Central Bus Terminals at Iwo Road Interchange to making progress on major projects across our zones, Oyo State continues on its path of steady and sustainable development.

Since 2019, our administration has been guided by one conviction: to build a State that will serve not only today’s citizens but generations yet to come. This means thinking beyond immediate pressures and choosing investments that secure our future.

You will recall that when we began the modern bus terminal projects some questioned the need for such infrastructure. Today, the terminals at Challenge and Ojoo are easing movement, supporting commerce, and preparing our city for the population growth we know is coming. That is what responsible leadership requires planning for tomorrow, not reacting only to today.

In recent days, there have also been conversations about the 110 km Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road Corridor and its development. I have taken time to speak clearly about this matter because I believe our people deserve facts. Change often attracts misunderstanding, and sometimes, individuals use the gap in public knowledge to sow discord. But as a government, we remain committed to engaging, explaining, and ensuring that no one is left behind as we transform our dear State.

Leadership demands patience, consistency, and the willingness to stay focused even when we are misunderstood. We cannot embrace the applause and reject the responsibility that comes with making tough decisions. And although some moments may feel difficult, we will always choose the path that secures a better future for our State.

As we prepare to welcome party faithfuls for the PDP Convention this weekend, I am once again reminded that Oyo State continues to play a central role in the political and economic life of our nation. This is a responsibility we carry with humility and pride.

Thank you for walking this journey with us. Together, we will keep moving forward… building the Oyo State we can all be proud to call home.