Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has unveiled a new phase of infrastructure projects worth N159.1 billion, assuring residents that his administration will not resort to borrowing to fund the projects.
He emphasized that the projects would be executed through federal allocations, internally generated revenue (IGR), and funds recovered from the federal government.
Speaking at the Governor’s Office in Osogbo on Tuesday, Adeleke provided a detailed breakdown of the budget, highlighting his government’s plan to accelerate infrastructure development without burdening the state with debt.
“We are embarking on another round of massive infrastructure upgrades, covering roads, schools, healthcare, electrification, and water projects. I assure our people that we will not take any loans to execute these projects. We will finance them through careful planning, revenue optimization, and federal allocations due to Osun State,” he said.
The N159.1 billion infrastructure budget is spread across multiple sectors, with the largest share of N101.8 billion allocated to road construction and rehabilitation.
The administration also earmarked N2.76 billion for the renovation of 124 primary healthcare centers, while nearly N2 billion has been set aside for education sector improvements, including school renovations and upgrades.
Additionally, more than N50 billion has been committed to electrification, water supply, and urban renewal projects, ensuring that critical infrastructure reaches every part of the state.
Adeleke explained that these investments are not just about physical development but also about stimulating economic growth, creating jobs, and reducing poverty.
“Every kobo spent on these projects stays within Osun. We will engage local contractors, employ our own people, and ensure that our money circulates within our economy,” Adeleke assured.
Massive Road Projects Across Osun
The government has prioritized several major road projects, focusing on improving connectivity, reducing travel time, and boosting commerce. Among the significant road projects is the Osogbo-Iwo-Oyo State Boundary Road, which will be constructed at N5.94 billion, and the Osogbo-Ikirun-Kwara State Boundary Road, allocated N13.7 billion. The reconstruction of Ejigbo-Isoko-Aye-Oguro Road has been budgeted at N3.02 billion, while N10.4 billion has been designated for the dualization of Odo Ori Junction to Adeeke Junction in Iwo.
Further rehabilitation efforts include the Ejigbo-Iwo Road, where N11.25 billion will be used to repair 20 kilometers out of the total 32-kilometer stretch. The Iragberi-Ikotun-Ara Road will be constructed at N4.35 billion, while another N40 billion has been allocated for the dualization of major roads in Osogbo, Ila, and other areas. The government assured that both urban and rural communities would benefit from these road networks, eliminating years of neglect in some areas.
Education Sector: School Renovations and Modernization
To improve the learning environment, the N2 billion set aside for education will be used to renovate schools across Ede, Ife, Ilesa, Ikire, Iwo, and Osogbo. The projects include rehabilitating classroom blocks, upgrading laboratories and school halls, and providing new learning materials and teaching equipment. Adeleke noted that this initiative aligns with his broader education reform strategy, which seeks to modernize school facilities and improve academic performance.
Healthcare: Strengthening Primary Healthcare Centers
The health sector is also a major beneficiary of the infrastructure plan, with N2.76 billion allocated to complete the renovation of 124 primary healthcare centers, following the rehabilitation of 200 centers in the previous fiscal year.
“Quality healthcare must be accessible to every citizen. We are ensuring that primary healthcare centers are well-equipped, fully staffed, and capable of providing essential services,” the governor said.
Beyond facility upgrades, the government is also focusing on expanding healthcare services, recruiting more medical personnel, and improving the supply of medical equipment and essential drugs.
Funding Strategy: No Borrowing, Revenue Optimization
Adeleke reiterated that his administration will not take loans to fund these projects but will instead finance them through federal allocations owed to Osun State, internally generated revenue (IGR), and recovered funds from the federal government.
The governor emphasized that fiscal discipline and accountability would remain the guiding principles in executing these projects.
“We are not borrowing because we have worked hard to recover funds owed to the state, and we are maximizing our internal revenue. Every project announced today has been carefully planned within our financial capacity,” he assured.
Past Achievements and Commitment to Completion
Since assuming office, Adeleke’s administration has already made significant progress in infrastructure development. In the last two years, the government has rehabilitated 150 kilometers of roads, renovated 200 primary healthcare centers, and upgraded 99 schools.
Additionally, the construction of dual carriageways and flyovers in Ilesa, Ile-Ife, and Osogbo is already underway.
The governor assured that all newly announced projects would be completed within the stipulated timeframe and that no project would be abandoned.
“Osun people deserve the best. We are delivering on our promises and ensuring that every community, from urban centers to rural villages, benefits from development,” Adeleke concluded.
