The Oyo State Government has criticised the Federal Government over the exclusion of Governor Seyi Makinde from the flag-off ceremony for the Ibadan-Ijebu-Ode Road project held in Ibadan on Monday.
The state Commissioner for Information, Dotun Oyelade, expressed the government’s displeasure in a statement issued in Ibadan, saying the governor was not invited to the event despite the project taking place within Oyo State.
The ceremony was held at Idi Ayunre in Oluyole Local Government Area and was attended by Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, Minister of Works Dave Umahi, APC governorship candidate Sarafadeen Alli and the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Ladoja.
The Oyo government said the decision to leave Makinde out of the event gave the ceremony a political tone and questioned the reason given for his absence.
According to the state government, the explanation that the governor was away on leave did not justify his exclusion because an acting governor was available to represent the state during his absence.
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The government said Makinde was not disturbed by the development but was disappointed that an infrastructure project meant to benefit residents had become linked to political interests ahead of the 2027 elections.
Oyelade said the state administration remained focused on its responsibilities and would not allow political disagreements to distract it from serving the people of Oyo State.
The commissioner also stated that the 2027 election would be decided by the people, regardless of political disagreements or attempts by any group to influence the process.
The Ibadan-Ijebu-Ode Road is an important route linking communities in Oyo and Ogun states and is expected to improve movement between the two states when completed.
The road project is being handled by the Federal Government as part of its efforts to improve major road networks across the country.
The Oyo government’s complaint adds another layer to the political tension surrounding the 2027 elections, with major political parties and their candidates already positioning themselves ahead of the polls.
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