The Governor of Ondo State, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has pledged that his administration will be driven by utmost dedication, selflessness, and love in the state.
Aiyedatiwa also assured that his administration would operate an inclusive, transparent, and accountable system that would prioritise the overall welfare and best interests of the state’s people.
During the 2025 First Working Day Prayer Meeting held at the Governor’s office in Akure on Thursday, the governor disclosed that the state remains one of Nigeria’s safest and most peaceful states.
While expressing gratitude to God for the successes recorded in the past year, Aiyedatiwa noted that 2024 was filled with challenges, but God saw the State through all.
He said, “Despite the challenges, God restored peace and tranquillity in our state, and we are deeply grateful for that.
“Our administration has deliberately prioritised good governance, translating to massive developments in all sectors of our economy. We owe no promotion in arrears, have recruited personnel into critical sectors, and have ensured the regular payment of salaries and pensions, including implementing the new minimum wage of N73,000.
“Work continues on ongoing infrastructure projects, primarily urban and rural roads.
In education, bursaries and scholarships have been provided for Indigenous students, while in the judiciary, we have appointed new judges to improve access to justice.
“Ondo State remains one of the safest and most peaceful states in Nigeria, making the state an investment destination, thanks to the support of our security architecture, including the Amotekun Corps,” he added.
As the state transitions into a new mandate period from February 24, 2025, Governor Aiyedatiwa unveiled his administration’s new policy blueprint, ‘Our Ease,’ which focuses on areas such as security, urban and rural development, technological advancement, efficient healthcare, sustainable agriculture, and education.
“This blueprint will guide our efforts to accelerate the development of Ondo State. We are resolute in our commitment to making 2025 a year of economic recovery and growth,” he said.
The Governor urged public servants and political officeholders to remain loyal and committed to the vision of a vibrant Ondo State.
Earlier, in his sermon titled “Now That We Are Here, What Should We Do?” Michael Ogunbayode noted that the purpose of the meeting was not only to appreciate God but also to seek His direction for the year ahead.
