The Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has advocated for robust institutions as essential for promoting good governance, accountability and sustainable development in the country.
This is even as believes that strong institutions will serve as a foundation for effective governance.
The Governance made this assertion while speaking with reporters in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital on Monday.
He said, “We want to be remembered for the institutions that we’re trying to build to enhance good governance in Oyo State. Irrespective of who is coming in and we are succeeding.”
Recall that in the past five years, the Makinde’s administration has made significant strides in infrastructure development. This is in the area of education, healthcare, and security.
The Governor has within the period invested heavily in road construction, including the 76km Alao-Akala Highway connecting Iseyin-Fapote-Ogbomoso. The construction of the 65km Moniya-Ijaiye-Ibadan Road. And the ongoing construction of the 110km Senator Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road.
There is no gainsaying the fact that these projects have improved the Oyo State’s infrastructure, created jobs and stimulated economic growth.
In addition to infrastructure development, the administration has also focused on education. The Emmanuel Alayande College of Education is being upgraded to a university. With a Faculty of Agriculture and Renewable Natural Resources in Iseyin. The Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH), Ogbomoso, which Oyo State has taken sole ownership of, has also been renovated.
In the health sector, 264 Primary Health Centres, PHC, across the State have been renovated and equipped. General Hospitals have also been renovated and equipped. These have provided improved access to healthcare services for residents of Oyo State.
Makinde has also taken steps to address insecurity and corruption in the State. He established Amotekun, a security outfit, and an anti-corruption agency to tackle corruption.
Speaking on security, he said: “Before we came in, there was no Amotekun. Now, I am wearing Amotekun’s cap right now. Forest Rangers will be graduated to prevent bandits from having a foothold in our state.”
According to The Nation, One of Makinde’s notable achievements is the construction of the 500,000-litre aviation fuel storage and dispensing facility at Ibadan Airport. Which is part of the facilities to upgrade the airport to international standards. “The State Government is also expanding the airport runway, despite it being a federal airport,” The Nation wrote.
“Makinde’s commitment to good governance and institutional strength has earned him recognition. His administration’s projects have improved the lives of Oyo State citizens, and his emphasis on transparency, accountability, and predictability has created an environment conducive to economic growth, social justice, and human development.
“Effective governance requires more than just executive power or political will. It requires a commitment to the rule of law, transparency, and accountability. Makinde’s administration has demonstrated this commitment. And his achievements are a testament to the importance of strong institutions in promoting good governance.
“Makinde’s journey to becoming governor was not an easy one. Before 2019, he contested for the Oyo South Senatorial seat in 2007 but lost the election to Kamoru Adedibu. He remained undeterred by his first failed attempt, and in 2010, under the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), he aspired for the Oyo South 2011 Senatorial seat but lost the primary to the incumbent Oyo South Senator.
“In 2014, Makinde aimed for the Oyo State 2015 governorship ticket under the PDP platform. In December 2014, upon the conclusion of the party’s primary election, he was denied the governorship nomination ticket. Makinde has remained true to his ambition to serve the people of Oyo State. He remained focused and committed to his vision for Oyo State.
“On September 29, 2018, Makinde emerged as the PDP’s Oyo State governorship candidate for the 2019 general election. That was after polling 2,772 votes at the primary held at Liberty Stadium, Oke-Ado in Ibadan.
As he noted, “Oyo people took a decision in 2019. We did not have a godfather. Nobody sponsored me. Nobody gave a dime for us to get in there.”
“Today, Makinde is hailed as a leader who has brought serious developments to Oyo State, surpassing the achievements of his predecessors. His commitment to institutional strength and good governance has made him a model for effective leadership.
“Makinde’s emphasis on institutional strength and good governance has transformed Oyo State. His administration’s projects have improved the lives of citizens. And his commitment to transparency, accountability, and predictability has created an environment conducive to economic growth, social justice, and human development.
Makinde noted: “We want to be remembered for the institutions that we’re trying to build. Such that good governance will be guaranteed in Oyo State.”
source: The Nation
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