Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has taken a strong stance against any attempts to claim parts of Ogun State, firmly declaring that Ode-Omi and Makun will remain within Ogun’s borders.
Governor Abiodun made this promise to the people of Ogun Waterside Local Government Area during a high-profile meeting at the Governor’s Office in Abeokuta.
The meeting included Ogun Waterside representatives, traditional rulers, technocrats, and senior state officials, all concerned with the security and preservation of Ogun’s territories.
Abiodun assured Ogun citizens of his administration’s commitment to upholding the state’s territorial integrity.
“No part of Ogun will be ceded to Lagos or Ondo,” Abiodun stated emphatically.
This response comes amid rising tensions over Ode-Omi, a strategic town on the edge of Lekki, which both Lagos and Ogun have claimed ownership of.
Former Commissioner for Education, Science, and Technology, Prof. Segun Awonusi, who was at the meeting, praised Abiodun’s proactive approach.
“We came here to discuss local affairs with the governor,” said Awonusi. “The people appreciate his efforts so far, and we urge him to do more.”
Awonusi highlighted reports of “incursions” from neighboring Lagos and Ondo states.
“The governor has promised to protect every inch of Ogun State,” he added. “He assured us that he will deploy security measures to prevent further encroachment.”
Awonusi emphasized the importance of safeguarding the Ogun people’s rights to their land.
Former Commissioner for Environment, Abdul Balogun, shared details of the governor’s commitment to local infrastructure.
Balogun disclosed that Abiodun had promised immediate repairs on the Dau-Ibiade-Abigi-Efire-Makun-Ilisin road, a vital connection within the Ogun Waterside area.
The road, he noted, has suffered from years of neglect, impacting local transportation and trade.
Additionally, Balogun shared the governor’s plans to restore electricity to parts of Ogun Waterside that have been in darkness for three years.
“The governor has pledged to restore power to our communities,” Balogun said. “He understands the importance of electricity for the people’s daily lives and the local economy.”
Balogun added that Abiodun had plans to establish a naval base in Ogun Waterside.
The naval base, he explained, will be a significant security measure, strengthening Ogun’s territorial integrity and ensuring the safety of residents.
“Due to the rainy season, the groundbreaking was delayed,” Balogun noted. “However, the governor has assured us that construction will begin as soon as possible.”
Abiodun’s administration also intends to develop the Deep Sea Port at Olokola, a project Balogun described as “dear to the governor’s heart.”
The Deep Sea Port is expected to bring economic growth to Ogun Waterside, creating jobs and improving the state’s connectivity with coastal trade routes.
Governor Abiodun has also pledged to lobby the federal government to extend the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Road to connect Ogun Waterside with the Sagamu Expressway.
The extension, he argued, would benefit Ogun citizens by linking them directly to a major national roadway.
Balogun expressed gratitude on behalf of the Ogun Waterside community, pledging their support for Abiodun’s leadership.
He commended the governor’s determination to address local challenges and foster development.
“We stand firmly behind Governor Abiodun,” Balogun said. “The community is committed to working with him to bring growth to Ogun Waterside.”
