Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has announced a massive ₦159 billion infrastructure development plan for 2025.......CONTINUE READING THE ARTICLE FROM THE SOURCE>>>>>
The projects cover road construction, education, and healthcare.
Speaking at a press conference to unveil the projects on Tuesday, Adeleke reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to delivering the dividends of democracy despite recent political challenges.
He also reiterated that, in accordance with the standing policy of his administration, he is not borrowing any money to fund these projects.
“In line with my promise never to be distracted from my vowed commitment to serve the people of the state, I am today unveiling a new set of infrastructure projects. These projects will further expand the dividends of democracy to all corners of Osun State.
“Our approach to funding the new infrastructure plan is to rely on state allocations from the Federation Allocation, Internally Generated Revenue (IGR), and special funds accruing from the return of funds owed to the states by the Federal Government.”
Adeleke highlighted the achievements of his administration since the launch of a multi-billion-naira infrastructure plan in December 2023.
According to him, over 150 kilometres of roads, 200 primary healthcare centres, and 99 schools have already been completed or rehabilitated across the state.
He provided updates on key ongoing projects, including the Ilesa dualisation and Ile-Ife flyover projects, both at 60 percent completion.
“The Oke-Fia flyover is over 90% done, and the LAMECO flyover is about 50% executed. We are pushing ahead with these mega projects and assure the public of their completion within this fiscal year,” he added.
“The new set of projects includes a ₦101.8 billion investment in the road sector. Major projects listed include the Osogbo-Iwo-Oyo State boundary road at ₦5.94 billion and the Osogbo-Ikirun-Kwara State boundary road at ₦13.7 billion.
“New projects for 2025 include the ₦10.42 billion dualisation of Odo Ori Junction-Post Office Junction-Adeeke Junction and the ₦12.65 billion dualisation of Ila township road.”
“Other significant roadworks include the ₦8.05 billion reconstruction of the Ijebu-Jesa-Ere-Ilahun-Ibokun road and the ₦10.89 billion Ada-Ibokun-Ilase-Idominasi road project.
“Upgrading, lighting, and beautification of major roads and roundabouts in the state capital will also receive ₦5 billion in funding.
“In the education sector, ₦1.98 billion has been earmarked for the renovation and construction of schools across various districts. Projects include the renovation of a school hall and pavilion at Ede High School, Ede, at ₦50.2 million and the ₦200 million renovation of Agbonran School of Science, Ede South.
“Other schools benefiting from the plan include Oranmiyan Memorial Grammar School, Ile-Ife, at ₦149.5 million, and Ogedengbe School of Science, Ilesa, with ₦137 million allocated for classroom and hall renovations.”
Governor Adeleke said the health sector will also see a significant boost, with ₦2.76 billion set aside for the complete renovation of the remaining 124 primary healthcare centres across the state. This is part of the administration’s ongoing efforts to improve healthcare access and quality for Osun residents.
“Our administration will not leave any project uncompleted. We remain focused on providing quality infrastructure that will positively impact the lives of our people,” he assured.
He urged citizens to support the government’s initiatives and remain patient as the projects unfold.
“We are building a stronger, more prosperous Osun State, and these projects are steps in the right direction.”
