Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has presented a proposed ₦1.115 trillion budget for the 2027 fiscal year to the State House of Assembly for consideration and approval, describing it as a plan to sustain the state’s development progress beyond his administration.
Tagged “Budget of Sustained Progress,” the proposal is valued at ₦1,115,341,378,359.90. Presenting it at the Assembly Chamber, Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan, Makinde said the budget was designed to consolidate his administration’s achievements and strengthen the foundation for sustainable development.
The governor, who described the proposal as the final budget of his administration, said priority areas include infrastructure, community development and accountable institutions. He added that a significant portion would go to capital projects, particularly ongoing and new initiatives in health, education and road infrastructure.
Makinde said his administration was committed to leaving behind properly documented processes and strong institutions capable of sustaining efficient service delivery through continuity and strategic partnerships. He expressed hope that residents would benefit not only from completed projects but also from trustworthy institutions and accessible opportunities.
In his remarks, Speaker of the House, Adebo Ogundoyin, commended the governor for his administration’s achievements and assured him that lawmakers would subject the proposal to thorough legislative scrutiny. He said the Assembly would focus on consolidating existing gains, completing ongoing projects and addressing critical development needs across the state, while upholding transparency and accountability in the management of public resources.
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