Oyebanji Extends Development Strides to Ekiti South West LGA.

Oyebanji Extends Development Strides to Ekiti South West LGA.

By Olamide Akinwumi 

The Executive Governor of Ekiti State, Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji, has further demonstrated his commitment to all-round development with a series of impactful projects executed across Ekiti South West Local Government Area. From education and healthcare to road infrastructure, agriculture, rural development, and workers’ welfare, the Governor’s footprint is visible in every sector, reinforcing his pledge that no Local Government in Ekiti State will be left behind.

In line with his administration’s pro-people agenda, Governor Oyebanji approved the payment of ₦1.1 billion in pensions to 672 pensioners and ₦239.4 million in gratuities to 83 retirees in the LGA. This, according to government sources, reflects his commitment to the welfare of senior citizens and the sustenance of dignity in retirement.

The education sector in the LGA has received attention with the construction and renovation of blocks of classrooms, offices, and facilities in schools located in Ilawe, Igbara Odo, and Ogotun. These interventions aim to enhance learning environments and promote quality education for students in the communities.

Health facilities are also being revitalized. The General Hospital, Ilawe, is undergoing renovation, while the Comprehensive Health Centre at Adin-Ilawe has been rehabilitated. A Basic Health Centre has been constructed in Ilawe, complemented by new pharmacy sections, solar-powered lighting, and procurement of medical equipment for facilities in Ogotun, Ilawe, and Igbara Odo.

The government has carried out desiltation works on Temidire River in Ilawe and Olooparun River in Igbara Odo, as well as the excavation of Aaye Quarters River in Ilawe. Motorised boreholes were drilled in Omi Odo Community and the Basic Health Centre in Ilawe, as well as in Ojurube Community, Ogotun. Additionally, culverts and drainage systems have been constructed in Ifesowapo Community, Ilawe, and on Alonge-Olorioko Road, Ogotun.

In terms of infrastructure, the Oyebanji administration has extended a 33KV power line from Ilawe to Igbara Odo (13km) to boost electricity supply.

Road construction and rehabilitation remain a major focus, with projects including:

●Rehabilitation of Ilawe–Igede Road and Ilawe–Erijiyan Road

●Reconstruction of Ikere–Igbara Odo Road and Ikere–Ilawe Road

●Rehabilitation of Igbara Odo–Ikogosi Road

●Construction of major concrete works on Ado–Ilawe–Igbara Odo–Ibuji Road

●Construction of the Ilawe–Erijiyan link road

To strengthen food security, the state government has cleared 170 hectares of land as farm clusters in different parts of the LGA. The construction of a farm dormitory for youths in agriculture is also ongoing.

On rural development, 4km of farm roads have been rehabilitated in Ilawe–Ilupeju and another 4km in Araromi–Aramoko, facilitating better access for farmers and rural dwellers.

In preserving cultural heritage, the government has commenced the renovation of the Oba’s Palace in Ogotun Ekiti, giving it a facelift that reflects both tradition and modernity.

Governor Oyebanji’s projects in Ekiti South West LGA, coming after similar interventions in Irepodun/Ifelodun, Ilejemeje, and Aiyekire/Gbonyin LGAs, reinforce his administration’s resolve to spread development across all 16 local government areas of Ekiti State.

“There is no local government in Ekiti State where Governor Oyebanji has not executed projects,” a government statement noted, emphasizing his continuity agenda and commitment to inclusive growth.