The Oyo State House of Assembly has passed 32 bills, adopted 143 resolutions, and reviewed 63 committee reports within the last two years.
The Speaker of the Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, disclosed this at a town hall meeting organised by Konrad Adenauer Stiftung (KAS) in collaboration with the Oyo State Mobilisation Agency for Socio-Economic Development (OYMASED), aimed at reviewing the achievements and challenges of the 10th Assembly.
Ogundoyin highlighted that the 10th Assembly has made significant progress in strengthening democratic values, driving legislative reforms, and enacting people-focused laws in line with its legislative agenda.
He noted that while some of the bills have already been signed into law by Governor Seyi Makinde, others are still awaiting the Governor’s assent.
Among key initiatives listed by the Speaker were the launch and adoption of legislative agendas for both the 9th and 10th Assemblies, the proposed digitalisation of the House Chamber, and the planned upgrade of the Assembly’s Printing Press to a modern, 21st-century standard. He also mentioned proposals for simultaneous constituency engagement programmes across all state constituencies to enhance legislative inclusiveness and participation.
“Since our inauguration, the 10th Assembly has approached the mandate given to us with humility, diligence, and commitment,” Ogundoyin said. “We have prioritised laws, motions, and oversight functions aimed at improving governance, deepening democracy, and enhancing the well-being of our people. We’ve maintained a collaborative relationship with the Executive and Judiciary while safeguarding the independence of the legislature.”
He acknowledged several challenges confronting the Assembly, including inadequate funding, limited public understanding of the legislators’ roles, insufficient access to continuous training for members and staff, lack of functional committee rooms, and inadequate transportation logistics for committees.
“Progress is never without challenges,” he added. “From capacity gaps to financial constraints and structural limitations, we remain committed to transparency, participatory democracy, and legislative excellence.”
The Speaker called on civil society organisations, community leaders, and the youth to remain actively involved in shaping legislative priorities.
“I urge you all to engage, challenge, and contribute meaningfully. Let this gathering not only reflect on the past but also shape the future of our legislative priorities. Together, we can build a people-driven, future-focused House of Assembly worthy of the trust placed in us.”
As Chairman of the Conference of Speakers of State Legislatures of Nigeria, Ogundoyin described the town hall meeting as a valuable platform for evaluating service delivery, adjusting strategies, and co-creating solutions for the future.
He commended KAS and OYMASED for their support in promoting good governance and strengthening democratic institutions in the state.
In her welcome address, the Resident Representative of Konrad Adenauer Stiftung in Nigeria, Marija Peran, described the organisation as a non-governmental body committed to democracy, peace, and sustainable development. She emphasised the importance of constructive feedback from stakeholders to improve governance outcomes.
Peran also applauded the Oyo State House of Assembly for its longstanding partnership and dedication to transparency, collaboration, and responsive governance.
On his part, the Director General of OYMASED, Dr. Morohunkola Thomas, reiterated the need for public engagement with the legislature, describing it as the engine room of government.
“It is essential for citizens to regularly interact with their representatives. This not only fosters appreciation for the Assembly’s developmental efforts but also helps the public understand the challenges legislators face,” he said.
