How Remi Tinubu’s Ogun Visit Put the State’s Governance Gains in Sharp Focus
By Kayode Akinmade Government is ultimately judged not by the number of projects it announces or commissions, but by how effectively those projects improve the lives of the people. At
In a visit to Ogun State on Tuesday, August 18, 2026, Senator Oluremi Tinubu highlighted the importance of governance that responds to fundamental needs, such as food, shelter, healthcare, education, and security. The First Lady commissioned the President Muhammadu Buhari Estate and the Gateway Medical Centre of Excellence, while also participating in the South-West zonal launch of the National Community Food Bank Programme.
Governor Dapo Abiodun emphasized that development loses meaning without improvements in basic life conditions, stating that hospitals become useful when they save lives, and houses fulfill their purpose when they shelter families. The visit underscored the significance of tangible projects and interventions that directly impact people's lives.
The President Muhammadu Buhari Estate, once largely undeveloped, is now a testament to the administration's ability to rescue stalled projects and resolve inherited challenges. Through a Public-Private Partnership, 108 units of four-bedroom duplexes have been delivered along the Abeokuta-Sagamu corridor, complete with infrastructure, roads, and recreational facilities. The project symbolizes government's capacity to bring stalled investments to fruition and ensure accessibility to all residents.
In healthcare, the Gateway Medical Centre of Excellence, with its 250-bed capacity and modern infrastructure, aims to enhance Ogun State's ability to provide specialized medical treatment. The facility is seen as part of a broader commitment to improve healthcare outcomes and accessibility, reducing the need for residents to seek treatment outside the state.
The launch of three food banks in Ogun State, targeting vulnerable groups like children, pregnant women, and lactating mothers, reflects the importance of addressing food security. The South-West zonal launch of the National Community Food Bank Programme signifies the administration's commitment to ensuring adequate nutrition, a fundamental need for survival and healthy development.
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