Oyo, Ogun Governors strengthen ties on economy, agriculture, others
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde and his counterpart, Governor Dapo Abiodun of Ogun State
Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde, on Tuesday hosted his Ogun State counterpart, Prince Dapo Abiodun, in Ibadan, as both leaders deepened discussions on regional collaboration in key areas including economy, agriculture, and security.
The closed-door meeting is part of ongoing efforts between the two neighbouring states to strengthen bilateral ties and pursue shared goals in development.
Speaking with journalists after the meeting, Governor Abiodun said the visit was aimed at advancing strategic cooperation in tackling common challenges facing the South-West region.
He noted the urgent need for state governments in the region to work together on solutions to issues such as food insecurity, poor infrastructure, and regional security.
“Ogun State proudly recalls its historical roots in the old Western Region where Ibadan was the capital. We share deep cultural, historical, and economic ties with Oyo State,” Abiodun said.
He stressed the importance of agricultural collaboration, especially in improving food production and investment opportunities across state borders. “We’re both committed to food sovereignty. Our discussion centred on how we can grow what we eat and eat what we grow,” he stated.
Abiodun cited border communities such as Odeda, Imeko, and Iwoye in Ogun State, and Fasola in Oyo State, as examples of areas ripe for joint agricultural ventures.
On security, the Ogun governor commended the performance of the Amotekun Corps and emphasized the need for intelligence-sharing and coordinated security strategies among South-West states.
“Security remains the foundation of sustainable development. We discussed how to enhance joint security frameworks to ensure peace and prosperity for our citizens,” he added.
This latest meeting builds on earlier engagements, including a reciprocal visit by Governor Makinde to Ogun State. Both governors have pledged to pursue closer inter-state cooperation through peer learning and shared development models.
Comprehensive details of the Ibadan meeting are expected to be released soon, as both states gear up to unveil joint initiatives for sustainable growth across the South-West.
