HE Seyi Makinde links Omituntun 3.0 to continuity in tourism, agribusiness and infrastructure, while arguing nationally that democracy requires a strong, independent opposition and stating that efforts to reclaim the PDP are intended to resist a drift towards one-party rule.
Following the commissioning of 540 market stalls in Ibadan North, HE Seyi Makinde explains why government should provide viable alternatives before enforcing restrictions on street trading, while acknowledging and apologising for his own role in circumstances contributing to the PDP’s internal crisis.
Following Oyo State’s 50th anniversary celebrations, HE Seyi Makinde reflects on the State’s history and the responsibility of the present generation to build on earlier foundations, turning attention from commemoration towards the remaining work of his administration and Oyo State’s future.
Ahead of Oyo State’s golden jubilee, HE Seyi Makinde frames the anniversary as both celebration and reflection, connecting fifty years of the State’s history with his administration’s stated objective of building institutions and systems capable of serving generations beyond individual governments.
Responding to concerns from communities affected by the Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road, HE Seyi Makinde explains the decision to reduce the acquired corridor from 500 to 150 metres in built-up areas, balancing future development with limiting displacement as construction enters its second segment.
Following the commissioning of the Iwo Road Ibadan Central Bus Terminals, HE Seyi Makinde defends long-term infrastructure planning and addresses concerns over the Rashidi Ladoja Circular Road corridor, arguing that government must explain difficult decisions while planning beyond immediate pressures.
Reflecting on six years in office, HE Seyi Makinde argues that leadership requires restraint as well as power, using his decision to expand Oyo State’s tax net rather than raise tax rates and Ibadan’s orderly traditional succession system to illustrate leadership grounded in empathy, institutional order and honoured commitments
Following ITSOyoState2025, HE Seyi Makinde reports investor engagement around five tourism sites and lessons from urban development in Nairobi, while publishing six-year performance reports that he says are intended to allow citizens to measure government promises against delivery.
Acknowledging earlier failures to deliver promised tourism projects, HE Seyi Makinde presents five investment-ready sites and a 25-year tourism masterplan, arguing that rebuilding investor confidence requires transparent frameworks, clear timelines, visible milestones and dedicated oversight.
Closing out 2024, HE Seyi Makinde reports a redesign of the Adegbayi Junction–Bus Terminal–Iwo Road Interchange to accommodate higher traffic volumes and approval of a free medical mission across all 33 LGAs, before reflecting on family, teamwork and public service.
