Imole Infrastructure Revolution

When I assumed office in 2022, the Osun infra deficit was above eighty percent. Today, we have reduced the infra deficit by over 50 percent. This makes Osun one of the fastest growing states in road connectivity. Our administration focused on infra upgrade because it is the smartest route to economic development.

On local road development, over 255 kilometers of internal roads have been constructed across both urban and rural local governments. A total of 160 kilometres of roads are currently ongoing.

In specific terms, below is the stage of completion of the ongoing projects:

Ilesa dualization ….99%
Ife flyover ……………78%
Ila dualization………25%
Iwo dualization ……20%
Oke flyover …………99%
Lameco flyover……..80%
Ofatedo ………………..29%

Key roads have been rehabilitated to link farming communities with markets, schools, and healthcare centers. Drainage systems are expanded to prevent flooding and extend the lifespan of roads.

Operation light up Osun is also ongoing. All completed roads are fitted with solar lights and all major roads in the capital are already lit up.

Our administration ushered in an integrated infrastructure plan which is drastically reducing traffic congestion, opening up new economic corridors, and enhancing urban renewal in Osogbo, Ikirun, Ile Ife, Ilesa and other major towns.

My good people of Osun state, I have ensured that Osun money serves Osun people. In our infrastructure implementation plans, we block capital flights. We implement local content with commendable results. Local content simply means giving priority to local people, businesses, and materials when carrying out development projects. I ensure our people are the real beneficiaries of the investments made there. Instead of depending solely on outside contractors or imported materials, we focus on home-grown capacity, using local artisans and local resources to drive progress.

I uphold Osun first when I launched the infra plan in both 2023 and 2024. We engage local contractors, engineers, and artisans, as well as sourcing materials like sand, stones, and cement within the state. Across towns and communities, young artisans, bricklayers, carpenters, and engineers are now finding work on state projects. The direct-labour model being used in some road and school rehabilitation works ensures that local residents are employed, trained, and empowered. Ours is a people-centered development philosophy. It is development by the people and for the people.