Bill Proposing Creation of New Oyo State and Renaming of Current Oyo to Ibadan State Passes Second Reading

In a significant development, a bill aimed at restructuring Oyo State has passed the second reading at the Federal House of Representatives. The proposed legislation seeks to establish a new Oyo State while renaming the existing Oyo State to Ibadan State, reflecting the identity of its capital city.

The bill, which is now moving to the next stage of the legislative process, has sparked discussions among lawmakers and the public about the potential impact of this change on governance, resource allocation, and regional development.

Advocates of the bill argue that the creation of the new Oyo State will lead to more effective administration and greater representation of the people in the region. However, critics have raised concerns about the implications for state resources and the logistics of such a change.

The debate will continue as the bill proceeds through the legislative stages before potentially being enacted into law.