Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has been advised to make the 20,000 tonnes capacity Ibadan Inland Port project being constructed at the Olodo area of Ibadan the hub of industrialisation in the state by developing a masterplan that will incorporate ancillary support projects based on the multiplier effects of the dry port to create jobs and expand the economy of the state. According to Dr Abiodun Raufu, “the dry port is a transformative economic opportunity for Oyo State. “The masterplan will encompass the infrastructural requirements of the area to avoid disorderly development and construction of shanties. According to Dr Raufu, the inland port and other complementary projects will create thousands of jobs, accelerate industrial and commercial development in the state and substantially boost government’s Internally Generated Revenue. Dr Raufu advised the governor to appoint an experienced person with cognate experience and background in finance or investment as Special Adviser to oversee the project.

Source: Nigerian Tribune July 22, 2020 18:22 UTC