The Ogun State Government plans to conduct household surveys aimed at developing a comprehensive framework for the planning, management, and evaluation of the multi-dimensional poverty human development index.
This initiative seeks to surpass the NBS’ Multi-dimensional Poverty Index by providing a deeper insight into the effectiveness of policies implemented over the past four and a half years, particularly in education, health, job creation, empowerment, and other social interventions.
E-services Nigeria Limited has been contracted as consultants for a 27-week period to carry out this survey. Working closely with the Ogun State Bureau of Statistics, they will gather data essential for designing and monitoring the implementation of various State Development Plans (SDPs).
Commencing work on March 6th, the consultants will facilitate the establishment of baselines on various data points within the state. This endeavour aligns with the administration’s commitment to its “Building Our Future Together” mantra, emphasizing inclusivity and strategic planning.
Commissioner for Budget and Planning, Mr. Olaolu Olabimtan, highlighted the administration’s achievements across different sectors, including infrastructure development, energy, and water supply. Additionally, advancements in education, human capital development, job creation, and healthcare were underscored, demonstrating the government’s dedication to improving the quality of life for residents.
“We’ve implemented programmes to boost the status of women by including them in politics, governance, and economic activities, as well as providing education for girls.
“Through the Oko’wo Dapo Women’s Empowerment scheme, over 50,000 women have grown their businesses, and with additional funding from the Federal Government’s Nigeria for Women Project, the total investment in women’s empowerment now stands at about N1.5 billion,” he said.
In the area of provision of shelter, Olabimtan said the construction of 4,000 housing units, amongst others, are some interventions that the government believes should filter down to improve the living standards of the people of the state.
In addition, the government, this year alone, started the construction of 200 units of high-end duplexes at PMB Estate, Kobape through a PPP programme, commenced development of Ibara and Idi Aba GRA Regeneration Schemes, commenced the construction of 200 units of Affordable Housing in Gateway Aviation Village, Iperu, commenced the construction of 250 units of Affordable Housing in Kobape Phase 3 and the construction of 100 units of mixed Housing units at OPIC Estate, Warewa, Isheri
A recent report by BudgIT ranked Ogun State in the 7th position in the 2023 overall Fiscal Performance Ranking and 1st in most improved Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) among the 36 states and the FCT.
This affirms the position of the state as the investment destination of choice as well as one of the most resilient states.
“We will continue in our drive towards attracting investors by providing the most business-friendly environment through well-thought-out policies assisted and driven by technology,” Olabimtan said.
