Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has announced that the daily challenges faced by motorists and commuters on the Lagos-Ota-Abeokuta expressway will soon be a thing of the past as road construction is set to commence.
The governor also revealed that the launch of Compressed Natural Gas powered Mass Transit Buses is scheduled for next Monday.
Addressing attendees at this year’s Odun Omo Owu celebration with the theme “A New Dawn” held at Oba Adeleye Park in Sokori, Abeokuta North Local Government Area, Governor Abiodun disclosed that his administration has initiated the construction of a Dry Port in Kajola. This development is expected to stimulate further investments in the state.
He said, “We have also invested heavily in security, thus making Ogun State one of the safest and most suitable states for investment to thrive in Nigeria. This has tremendously helped us to curtail pockets of violence across the state, especially the recent cult clashes at Sagamu.
“Without any fear of contradiction, Kabiyesi and distinguished guests here present, I can boldly say that as at today, we have perhaps the most conducive environment and adequate infrastructural development models that ensure that Ogun State is the safest place to live, work and do business and we are proud as a government on this feat.
“We are happy because our commitment, initiatives, vision, dedication, resolute and our refusal to be distracted by treacherous politicians and backstabbers have continued to yield positive results, as existing businesses are thriving while new investments are being attracted in multitude into our dear State.”
The governor, in his remarks, praised the festival’s theme as appropriate, highlighting a new beginning in the country with the recent Supreme Court judgment that upheld President Bola Tinubu’s election. He expressed optimism that the nation would soon reclaim its rightful place in the global community due to the various policies aimed at reshaping the economy.
Governor Abiodun described the Odun Omo Owu celebration as a valuable platform for showcasing the rich culture of the Owu people. He noted that in Yoruba history, the Owu community has exhibited courage, resilience, and intellectual prowess, producing notable Nigerians who have left a significant impact both nationally and internationally.
The governor added: “Let me make it abundantly clear that the contemporary history of Yoruba race is completely inchoate without the role of the Owu Kingdom, especially in the early 19th century downward.
“It is a thing of joy today that despite the temporary setback of those days, the people of Owu has proudly created a common cultural identity and distinct heritage within the Nigeria’s political space, especially in the South West.
“Meanwhile, in every analysis and discuss about the people of Owu and their peculiar attributes, one trait continues to be uppermost and dominant, and that is the sense of courage; you can not find any Owu man or woman without courage.”
