Giant Strides of Dapo Abiodun As Governor of Ogun State
When Dapo Abiodun assumed office as Governor of Ogun State on May 29, 2019, he inherited a state with immense potential; bordering Lagos, rich in human and natural resources, but still under-leveraged in terms of infrastructure, industrialisation, and modern public services. Over the past six years, his administration has launched a sweeping agenda of reform and investment, positioning Ogun State as a model for innovation, growth and stakeholder-driven governance in Nigeria. The following are some of the key areas in which his giant strides are most visible. Infrastructure & Connectivity Arguably the most visible hallmark of Abiodun’s tenure is the scale and ambition of his infrastructure programmes. According to several reports, his administration has undertaken the construction and rehabilitation of hundreds of kilometres of roads across the state. Notable projects include the Atan-Lusada-Agbara road corridor, which links major industrial zones, and the planning ...