Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo has unveiled the Prince Olaide Akinremi Jagaban Government Reserved Area (GRA) in Ibadan to immortalise the late All Progressives Congress (APC) chieftain.
Akinremi represented Ibadan North federal constituency from 2019 until his death on July 10, 2024.
Makinde, represented by Bayo Lawal, his deputy, unveiled the estate on Thursday along Dominion University Road, Samonda, Ibadan.
The governor also announced that the ongoing reconstruction of the UI-Samonda Road linking Sango/Poly Road would soon be completed.
Sulaimon Olanrewaju, the governor’s special adviser on media, quoted Makinde as saying the decision to name the GRA after Akinremi was not politically motivated but a tribute to his contributions to Oyo state.
His words: “True immortalisation is not about giving money or material things but about creating something enduring.
“That was when he decided to dedicate this parcel of land in Samonda for a housing estate in Jagaban’s honour.”
Oluseun Olufade, chairman of Ibadan North LGA, praised Makinde for honouring Akinremi and urged public office holders to take lessons from the gesture.
High Chief Akinade Fijabi, chairman of the day, also commended the governor for his infrastructural achievements and inclusive governance style.
Speaking on behalf of the family, Abideen Akinremi expressed gratitude to Makinde for the support extended to them since the lawmaker’s death.