Osun Assembly begins debate on motor park management bill

The Osun State House of Assembly has begun discussions on a bill aimed at establishing a new framework for managing motor parks across the state. Introduced by the Chairman of the House Committee on Works and Transport, Abiola Ibrahim, the legislation is known as the Osun State Park Management System Bill, 2026. The bill seeks to place motor park administration under the supervision of the Osun State Ministry of Works and Transportation, aiming to create a consistent regulatory structure for the transport sector.

A key feature of the proposed bill is the introduction of a unified ticketing system for motor parks in Osun State, with 70% of the generated revenue to go to the state government and the remaining 30% to be retained by park management. Lawmakers are debating how this framework could address issues such as revenue leakages, improve park organization, and reduce violent disputes over park control, particularly in light of recent tensions and the death of Olalekan Oyeyemi, an ally of Governor Ademola Adeleke.

During the debate, several lawmakers pointed out the bill's potential to reduce revenue losses, enhance accountability, and promote the use of digital technology for increased transparency. The Chief Whip, Olawale Akerele, and the member representing Obokun Constituency, Adewumi Adeyemi, both emphasized the importance of the bill to Osun State's internally generated revenue, which is largely derived from transportation.

The Speaker of the House, Adewale Egbedun, allowed the legislative process to continue, with the committee expected to return the bill to the House within two weeks for further examination. The Assembly is currently adjourned until September 22, 2026.