Oyo set to acquire aircraft for security surveillance

By Adejayan Gbenga –

The Oyo State Government has announced plans to procure aircraft for aerial surveillance and enhanced security operations.

Governor Seyi Makinde made the disclosure on Friday during the presentation of the State of the State Address at the House of Assembly in Ibadan.

“These aircraft will not only support our security architecture but will also commemorate Oyo State’s 50th anniversary since its creation from the old Western Region,” he said. He added that the acquisition aligns with his administration’s broader strategy to ensure the safety of lives and property across the state.

The governor emphasized that the state is currently grappling with a steep increase in its foreign debt repayment obligations, which have risen from ₦70 billion to over ₦300 billion due to exchange rate volatility.

Despite the financial strain, Makinde noted that the state has recorded significant progress in security and strategic infrastructure development.