Former Ogun State Governor, Senator Gbenga Daniel, has praised President Bola Tinubu for the remarkable surge in federal disbursements to state governments, attributing the growth to the subsidy removal policy. Daniel revealed that Ogun State’s monthly allocations have nearly quadrupled since the reform took effect, skyrocketing the state’s budget from approximately ₦330 billion during his eight-year tenure to over ₦1.6 trillion today.
Speaking at a midterm assessment event in Ijebu Ode, the senator emphasized that the enhanced revenue places Ogun among the highest‐earning states in Nigeria. However, he cautioned that despite the financial windfall, many communities in Ijebuland have not witnessed proportional improvements in infrastructure, healthcare, and education. He urged the state government to channel more resources toward public projects.
Daniel also highlighted federal initiatives in Ogun East, including the planned Federal Medical Centre in Ijebu Ode and the Naval Base in Abigi. He called for deeper collaboration between federal and state authorities to accelerate these developments. Additionally, he lamented the relocation of the Dangote Refinery from Ogun Waterside to Lagos, describing it as a lost economic opportunity for the region.
Looking ahead to the 2027 elections, the senator expressed confidence in his political base within Ogun East, signaling readiness for future contests.