Oyo State: Circular Road Compensation Verification for Ibadan Project

• The Oyo State Government began verifying property owners for compensation related to the Ibadan Circular Road project on Monday, November 16, 2026.
• The verification covers properties from Badeku Village to the Moniya-Iseyin Road end.
• Claimants must provide original and five photocopies of extensive documents, including survey plans, land agreements, and identification.
• The exercise is free, and property owners are warned against fraudsters demanding payment for assistance.
• The committee overseeing the process is chaired by retired Commissioner of Police Sunday Odukoya.

The entire Oyo State property verification exercise is free of charge, requiring only the submission of the specified documents and their five photocopies.

The Oyo State Government has initiated a crucial verification process for property owners impacted by the second phase of the Ibadan Circular Road project. This exercise, which began on Monday, November 16, 2026, aims to confirm eligible claimants for compensation payments. The verification specifically targets properties situated along the designated corridor stretching from Badeku Village, located on the Ife-Ibadan axis, all the way to the Moniya-Iseyin Road terminus.

This significant development was formally announced in Ibadan on Friday by Sulaimon Olarenwaju, the Special Adviser to Governor Seyi Makinde on Media. The state's committee overseeing the compensation and verification procedures has issued a directive urging all affected property owners to participate in the exercise, ensuring they arrive with both original documents and five photocopies of each required item. This meticulous approach is designed to streamline the process and ensure accuracy in the disbursement of funds.

Property owners seeking compensation for land acquired for the Oyo circular road compensation verification must present a comprehensive set of documents. These include a local government identification letter or, for non-Nigerians, a residence permit. Crucially, claimants need to provide a survey plan of their property, along with building or property plan drawings and recent photographs of the affected structures. A land purchase agreement is also mandatory to establish ownership.

Further requirements involve a sworn affidavit obtained from a court or the Ministry of Justice, and for claims made by proxy, a letter of Power of Attorney issued through the Ministry of Justice. Each claimant must also supply five recent passport photographs. Additional critical items include their National Identification Number (NIN), five recent passport photographs of a guarantor or surety, and the guarantor's or surety's means of identification. Claimants must also furnish their bank details, encompassing the bank name, account number, and the phone number linked to the account for transaction alerts, alongside a letter of introduction from their Landlords’ Association. The Monitoring Team reserves the right to request any other pertinent document deemed necessary.

The verification process for the Ibadan Circular Road compensation is being managed by a committee chaired by retired Commissioner of Police Sunday Odukoya, who serves as the Executive Assistant on Security to Governor Makinde. The exercise commenced promptly at 8:30 am on Monday with an initial briefing held at the Office of the Executive Assistant on Security, situated within the Governor’s Office at the Secretariat, Agodi, Ibadan. Property owners are advised to confirm their inclusion on the official lists by checking at the Ministry of Lands, the Office of the New Towns and Cities Development Agency on Subuola Road, Agodi GRA, or the Governor’s Office.

A critical warning has been issued by the committee to all property owners regarding fraudulent individuals. These imposters may attempt to solicit money under the guise of assisting with compensation claims. The committee explicitly stated that neither it nor the Oyo State Government has authorized any person to collect payments or offer paid services for the verification process. The entire Oyo State property verification exercise is free of charge, requiring only the submission of the specified documents and their five photocopies. Affected individuals are strongly urged to disregard any requests for payment related to their claims.

The rigorous documentation requirements and the state's clear directives underscore the importance of preparedness for those affected by the Moniya-Iseyin Road compensation. Lawyers representing property owners must ensure their clients are fully equipped with all specified Oyo land acquisition documents, including detailed survey plans, land agreements, and proper identification, to facilitate a smooth verification. This proactive approach will prevent delays and ensure that legitimate claims are processed efficiently.

Furthermore, legal counsel should actively advise clients on the state's stern warning against fraudulent actors. The explicit declaration that the verification is free and that no authorized personnel will demand payment for assistance is a vital piece of information. Vigilance against such schemes is paramount to protect property owners from exploitation, ensuring that the Governor Seyi Makinde compensation reaches its rightful recipients without illicit intermediaries.

Lawyers representing property owners affected by the Ibadan Circular Road project must ensure their clients are prepared with all specified documentation for the compensation verification process, including survey plans, land agreements, and identification. They should also advise clients on vigilance against fraudulent actors demanding payment for assistance, as the state has explicitly warned against such schemes.

Source: Original reporting via PUNCH Newspaper