After hours-long meeting, Ogun Gov. Dapo Abiodun and his Oyo State counterpart, Engr. Seyi Makinde, have resolved to strengthen economic and security collaboration.
The collaboration covers food production and security for both states.
Fielding questions from newsmen after a closed-door meeting held at the Governor’s Office in Ibadan, on Tuesday, Abiodun said Ogun and Oyo states have strong cultural, historical, and economic ties, hence the need for the two states to work together for the mutual benefit of their people.
He said: “I have come to see my brother, Governor Seyi Makinde, to discuss matters of mutual interest. Ogun State was part of the old Western Region where Ibadan was the capital. We have very strong ties, both cultural and economic, with the people and government of Oyo State.
“You can see that every day in our subregion, we continue to host major investors, and because of the proximity of both states on so many fronts, a time like this presented itself for us to look at how to ensure that we strengthen that economic relationship in the agricultural sector as we strive for food security and sovereignty.
“Our discussions centered on how we can further collaborate to ensure that we eat what we grow and grow what we eat, turning our region into the breadbasket of the country.”
The governor praised Oyo State’s efforts in the agricultural sector, noting that Ogun State is similarly contributing through its farms in Odeda, Imeko, and Yewa North, areas that share borders with Oyo State.
The Ogun State leader stressed the vital role of security in fostering socio-economic development.
He also acknowledged the significant contributions of the Southwest Security Network, AMOTEKUN, to the region’s security, highlighting their provision of crucial intelligence and other security functions.
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