...Urges Citizens to Support Ongoing Development Efforts
By Solanke Ayomideji Taiwo
ABEOKUTA — A leading political organization in Ogun Central Senatorial District, Ogun Central Coordinate, has applauded the Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, CON, for his administration’s commitment to infrastructural development across the state, describing it as unprecedented and people-focused.
The commendation was made during the group’s weekly meeting in Abeokuta, where its Chairman, Alhaji Taiwo Elewide popularly known as Akile Big Champion urged residents of Ogun State to show patience and support the ongoing development projects rather than engage in blame games.
According to Elewide, the governor’s visible efforts to transform road infrastructure, enhance economic activities, and improve residents’ welfare are clear indicators of a purposeful and progressive government.
“Ogun Central Coordinate acknowledges the governor’s commitment to even development. What we are seeing today — the reconstruction and rehabilitation of several key roads — is evidence that Prince Dapo Abiodun means business. We urge our people to rally behind him and allow time for completion of these projects,” Elewide stated.
He added that the group, which is duly registered with the Corporate Affairs Commission (RC 8793128), has been working tirelessly to integrate members of other political parties into the All Progressives Congress (APC) ahead of the 2027 general elections.
Ogun Central Coordinate currently has an active presence across six local government areas — Abeokuta South, Abeokuta North, Odeda, Obafemi-Owode, Ifo, and Ewekoro — and is expanding its structure to other senatorial districts of the state.
Meanwhile, a statement from the Governor’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Mr. Kayode Akinmade, reaffirmed the government’s ongoing commitment to developing critical infrastructure, particularly roads within the Ifo, Sango Ota, and Idiroko corridors.
Akinmade debunked claims that the state government had abandoned certain road projects, describing such insinuations as politically motivated mischief. He explained that the administration has a comprehensive plan to deliver quality roads across all zones, including the Lafenwa-Itele-Ayetoro axis.
He further revealed that despite being federal roads, the 140-kilometre Abeokuta–Lagos Expressway and the Sango–Idiroko Road are currently being rehabilitated by the Ogun State Government to ease transportation and economic activities.
“The Ota–Itele–Lafenwa stretch, which has generated public discussion, is already captured in the 2026 budget, long before the recent social media criticisms. This demonstrates the governor’s proactive planning and commitment to equitable development,” Akinmade clarified.
He listed several completed and ongoing road projects in the Ifo–Ado Odo–Ota axis, including:
Ikorita Meta–Adenrele/Olose Titus Vespa Road (3.1km)
Old Bank Road–Orita Meta–Coker Junction–Olumo Spur Road (1km)
Olusegun Osoba–Toyin–Agbado Road (2.4km)
Reconstruction of Sango–Ota–Oke Aro–Ojodu Abiodun Road (Phase 6, 1.6km)
Reconstruction of Sango–Ota–Oke Aro–Ojodu Abiodun Road (Phase 1, 8.5km)
Akute–Denro–Ishasi Road (4.8km)
Alhaji Kosoko Street, Ojodu Abiodun (1km)
Ajulo–Akute Road (3km)
Hercules–Giwa Road (1.3km)
Alagbole–Ajulo Road (1.7km)
Akute Bridge–Oke Aro Bridge (9.2km)
Atan–Lusada–Marogbo Toll Road (19.2km)
Lafenwa–Osi–Ikola Road (7km)
Reconstruction of Bible College Road, Ota (3.89km)
Akinmade reiterated that while citizens have every right to demand good governance, they should also recognize the massive progress recorded by the administration, despite inherited infrastructural deficits.
He emphasized that before 2019, many of the major roads in the Sango–Ota axis were in deplorable condition, but the present administration had since embarked on a large-scale reconstruction effort.
“The Sango–Ijoko–Agbado–Oke Aro–Lambe–Akute Road, the 140km Sango–Ota–Papalanto–Abeokuta Road, and the 63km Sango–Idiroko Road have all witnessed significant improvements, with over 50 percent completion achieved in most areas,” he said.
He added that progress would have been even faster but for the prolonged rainy season, assuring that Governor Abiodun remains steadfast in his determination to complete all ongoing projects before the end of his tenure.
“Today, Ogun State is making national headlines for the right reasons — from the establishment of a world-class airport and global standard sports complex to hosting the largest cement factory in West Africa. These achievements reflect Governor Abiodun’s visionary leadership,” Akinmade stated.
With visible results already transforming communities across the state, the Ogun Central Coordinate has called on residents to maintain faith in the administration’s mission to deliver lasting infrastructure, economic growth, and good governance to all corners of Ogun State.
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