Oyo State maintains road setback policy and promises N6 billion compensation
What happened
Governor Seyi Makinde reaffirmed Oyo State's policy regarding setback requirements for the Ibadan Circular Road project. The government insists on maintaining 75 meters on both sides of built-up areas and 500 meters on both sides of underdeveloped areas. The state government also promised to pay N6 billion in compensation to property owners affected by the project by the end of October 2026.
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Why it matters
The decision confirms the land requirements for the ongoing infrastructure project. The promised compensation is expected to address claims from property owners along the route of the Ibadan Circular Road.
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Who's involved
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
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Oyo State might face increased costs related to the financial commitment of N6 billion for compensation.