We’ve reversed Ogun’s infrastructural deficit in less than six years, says Dapo Abiodun

Dapo Abiodun, governor of Ogun state, says his administration has reversed the “humongous” infrastructural deficit inherited from successive governments with six years in office. 

The governor said his government has not impose additional burden on residents despite efforts to generate more revenue for projects in the state.

In a recent interview with journalists at the Ogun state assembly, Abiodun said “financial creativity and transparency” of his administration has resulted in an increase in the state’s internally generated revenue (IGR).

Abiodun added that he is committed to the completion of all developmental projects his government has embarked on since the inception of his administration.

The governor said he will focus on projects with revenue potential, capacity to enhance employment generation, and consistent with the priorities articulated in the state economic development plan & strategy 2021 – 2025.

“The inherent concept of our developmental agenda is predicated on projects that align with the seven thematic areas contained in the Medium-Term National Development Plan 2021-2025, namely: Economic Growth and Development; Infrastructure; Public Administration (Governance, Security, and International Relations); Human Capital Development; Social Development; Regional Development; Plan Implementation, Communication, Financing, Monitoring, and Evaluation,” he said.

On December 4, Abiodun presented N1.054 trillion as a proposed budget for the 2025 fiscal year to the state house of assembly.

The proposal was dubbed the “Budget of Hope and Prosperity,” reflecting the administration’s commitment to sustainable growth and the welfare of Ogun state residents.