In a display of institutional maturity rarely seen across Nigerian states, Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, has hailed Governor Seyi Makinde’s prompt signing of the 2026 Appropriation Bill into law, describing the swift process as clear proof of the “seamless synergy” between the legislature and the executive in the state.
The budget assent ceremony, held at the Executive Council Chambers in Ibadan, came just days after the House passed the ₦892 billion fiscal plan, allowing the state to commence implementation from January 1, 2026 — a timeline that positions Oyo among the few states likely to start the new year with full financial authority in place.
“This budget signing ceremony signifies yet another milestone in our shared commitment to building a more prosperous Oyo State,” Ogundoyin said. “It is also a testament to the strong collaboration and understanding between the Executive and the 10th Assembly. We have again proven that governance in Oyo State is result-driven and people-focused.”
The Speaker singled out key priority areas in the budget — infrastructure, education, healthcare, and environmental sustainability — expressing confidence that the allocations would translate into visible developmental projects across all three senatorial districts and 33 local government areas.
He thanked his colleagues for their dedication during the review and passage process, while reaffirming the Assembly’s resolve to carry out rigorous oversight. “As representatives of the people, we will ensure that every kobo appropriated is spent judiciously,” he declared. “Our oversight functions will be intensified, and transparency and accountability will remain our watchwords.”
The statement also carried a strong note of institutional loyalty. Rt. Hon. Ogundoyin reiterated the 10th Assembly’s unwavering support for the Makinde-led administration, describing their partnership as one rooted in a common mandate to deliver dividends of democracy to the people of Oyo State.
The timely assent — coming in late December — stands in sharp contrast to the delays that have plagued budget implementation in several other states. Analysts attribute the smooth process in Oyo to the mutual respect and clear communication that have defined relations between the Makinde executive and the legislature since 2019.
For Governor Makinde, who has consistently prioritized fiscal discipline and early budget passage, the development offers a strong platform to sustain his signature projects in the final stretch of his second term.
As Oyo enters 2026 with budget authority secured, the real work now shifts to execution — and the Speaker has already signalled that the House will be watching closely to ensure the figures on paper become progress on the ground.
