Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has unveiled plans to begin the rehabilitation of inner roads at the popular Bodija Market in Ibadan, a move aimed at enhancing infrastructure within one of the city’s major commercial hubs.
Speaking through the Special Adviser on Market Matters, Chief Babatunde Tijani, the governor made this known during a formal presentation of an 18-seater bus to the Ibadan Foodstuffs Sellers Association at Bodija International Market.
According to Tijani, the newly donated vehicle will aid the smooth movement of the union’s executive members within and outside the state.
He explained that the gesture was in line with Governor Makinde’s ongoing commitment to empower and support market associations across Oyo State.
Tijani noted that “the donation reflects the cordial relationship between the Makinde administration and market leaders,” while calling for sustained collaboration and harmony among market groups and trade associations.
In his address, Chief Ismael Aderemi Jimoh, the Babaloja of Bodija International Market, extended heartfelt thanks to the governor for the donation, describing it as a welcome development.
He further assured the administration of the association’s continuous support, stating “the association’s unwavering backing for his administration.”
The bus presentation ceremony drew a host of notable figures, including the Deputy Chief of Staff, Hon. Kazim Adeniyi; members of the Oyo State House of Assembly representing Ibadan North I and II, Hon. Comforter Olajide and Hon. Gabriel Babajide; the Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Inclusion, Mrs. Toyin Balogun; and the Chairman of Ibadan North Local Government, Mr. Seun Olufade.
Also in attendance were Rt. Hon. Babatunde Olaniyan (Akoro), Chairman of the Oyo State College of Health Science and Technology, Eleyele; and Alhaji Yekini Abass, the Babaloja-General of Oyo State, alongside other respected dignitaries.
