Ogun@50: Abiodun promises sustained progress, inclusive growth beyond jubilee
Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has reaffirmed his commitment to governing with fairness, justice and inclusiveness, assuring residents that development will continue to reach every part of the state.
The governor gave the assurance mm mm mmmmmmmmmmmm mm mmmmm mm it during the State Banquet held at the Arcade Ground, Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, as part of activities marking Ogun State’s 50th anniversary.
Tracing the state’s journey since its creation on February 3, 1976, Abiodun said Ogun has grown steadily into Nigeria’s industrial capital, driven by consistent investments and strategic planning.
He explained that his administration has prioritised human capital development, education, housing, road infrastructure, healthcare, agriculture and sports, leading to what he described as unprecedented progress across sectors.
According to him, the administration’s development agenda has been evenly implemented across Ogun West, Ogun East and Ogun Central since 2019, restoring the state’s prominence at both national and international levels.
The governor also highlighted the rising global profile of Adire fabric, describing it as a symbol of Ogun’s cultural revival and growing economic influence.
Calling on residents to sustain their support, Abiodun pledged to build on the foundations laid by the state’s founding fathers to make Ogun a model of progress in Nigeria.
In her remarks, Deputy Governor Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele commended past administrations for laying strong foundations and thanked citizens for their continued trust in the present government.
Speaker of the House of Assembly, Rt. (Hon) Oludaisi Elemide, described Ogun’s 50-year development journey as impressive, noting that the state has recorded remarkable transformation.
