Oyo Earmarks N4.28bn for Local Government Elections
The Oyo State Government has announced plans to hold elections in all 33 local government areas to choose chairmen and councillors. The polls are scheduled for 29 December 2026 and are expected to cost about N4.28 billion.
The Commissioner for Information, Prince Dotun Oyelade, disclosed the election date and budget after the State Executive Council meeting at the Executive Chamber, Government House, Ibadan.
He said the council has approved the release of part of the funds to the Oyo State Independent Electoral Commission (OYSIEC) so it can begin preparations for the polls.
According to him, the 33 local governments will contribute N2,566,800,000, while the state government will provide N1,711,200,000.
Funding for Abiola Ajimobi Technical University
The council also approved N437,446,393.58 to meet the accreditation requirements of the Nursing Programme at Abiola Ajimobi Technical University.
Oyelade noted that the administration of Governor Seyi Makinde has already spent over N3 billion on equipment for the programme’s official take-off. He added that the approved funds will support sustainable development and the use of technology in the state.
LAUTECH Oyo Annex
In addition, the state government approved N6.744 billion for the renovation and construction of the Oyo Annex of Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH).
Councils Commend Makinde
The 33 local government councils commended Governor Makinde for his dedication, his contributions to the state’s development, and his cooperation with them.
