Oyo State Governor ,’Seyi Makinde has said that his legacy should be defined by the institutions established during his administration that will bring about good governance rather than by infrastructural projects.
He stated this in his keynote address on Monday at a two-day mid-term leadership retreat themed: “Reflecting on Progress, Refining Priorities and Refining for Maximum Impact and Legacy,” focused on developing a strategic roadmap for Oyo State from 2023 to 2027held at the International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA)
” Great vision demands deliberate coordination… I don’t want to be remembered for constructing roads, but for the institutions we have created that will bring good governance”, he said
Governor Makinde called for corporation and collaboration among stakeholders to deliver good governance to the people of the state
” Let us cooperate and coordinate ourselves to deliver good governance to our people , together, we can build a legacy of good governance that stands the test of time” Makinde said.
Governor Makinde used the occasion to allay fears of a possible cabinet dissolution charging all members of his cabinet and other political office holders to strive to live lasting positive impact in their various assignments.
” Some may not finish with us because of their political ambitions” he said assuring them of his support in their future endeavors
Earlier, the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Professor Olanike Adeyemo gave an overview of the Executive Council’s decision from May 2023 – June 18, 2025.
The gathering brought together key stakeholders, including government officials and development partners, to discuss the progress made so far and the challenges ahead.
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