Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde has denied claims that the Federal Government gave the state 50 billion naira to upgrade the Ibadan International Airport.

The claim was made by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike during a television programme earlier this week.

Makinde says the airport upgrade is being funded entirely by the Oyo State Government.

His media aide, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, also said a presidential approval for the project stated that it would be carried out at no cost to the Federal Government.

The state says the ongoing work includes runway expansion, improved aviation lighting and navigation systems, apron upgrades and the construction of a new international terminal.

Makinde has also called for mining responsibilities to be devolved to state governments, with the Federal Government retaining oversight.