Why I need to be Oyo gov– Rep 

An aspirant below the Peoples Democratic Party in Oyo State, Adedeji Olajide, popularly often called Odidiomo, has declared that his ambition to develop into governor in 2027 is pushed by a need to serve the folks.

Olajide disclosed this whereas taking part in host to the delegation of journalists led by the state Chairman of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Akeem Abas, in his personal residence in Ibadan, the state capital, on Sunday night.

Olajide, who at present serves as Chairman of the Home of Representatives Committee on Digital, Data Communication Expertise and Cybersecurity, mentioned the governorship place shouldn’t be a proper however a accountability that have to be earned by way of dedication and competence.

The lawmaker defined that his long-standing loyalty to the state and his constant document in politics have positioned him as a reputable candidate for the job.

“I’ve remained steady and constant to Oyo State. I’ve by no means left my get together for any purpose, and I’ve all the time positioned service above private achieve. My background as a skilled pc science professional additionally provides me an edge in driving innovation and trendy governance within the state,” he mentioned.

Olajide additional acknowledged that the developmental roadmap being applied by the present administration below Governor Seyi Makinde have to be sustained and improved upon for the advantage of residents.

He confused that continuity in governance would be certain that ongoing initiatives are accomplished and that the state continues on the trail of progress and stability.

On safety, the aspirant famous that strengthening the state’s safety structure could be a high precedence below his administration, including that efforts towards state policing have to be superior to make sure a extra coordinated and efficient response to safety challenges.

Olajide additionally pledged to consolidate the achievements of the Western Nigeria Safety Community, codenamed Amotekun, by enhancing its operations and increasing its capability.

Within the space of training, he promised to keep up globally accepted requirements, together with these advisable by UNESCO, to make sure high quality studying throughout the state whereas emphasising that training remained a key driver of growth and have to be given precedence consideration.

Talking on financial growth, Olajide mentioned his administration would create funding alternatives by way of agribusiness, whereas additionally sustaining current initiatives within the sector.

He revealed plans to determine a number of free commerce zones throughout the state to draw traders and enhance internally generated income.

The PDP aspirant additional assured that small and medium-scale enterprises could be supported to thrive, thereby creating jobs and enhancing livelihoods.

He additionally outlined plans to digitise the state’s economic system, with a imaginative and prescient to place Ibadan as a serious digital hub within the South-West area.

Olajide, who represents Ibadan North-West and Ibadan South-West Federal Constituency, famous that his expertise on the Nationwide Meeting has ready him for greater accountability.

He disclosed that as Chairman of the Home Committee on ICT and Cybersecurity, he has facilitated the institution of Neighborhood ICT Centres throughout the state.