Ondo State governor, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has reiterated his administration’s commitment to developing school infrastructure and student welfare.
The governor, who spoke during a meeting with student representatives at the Governor’s Office in Akure, lauded student leaders across tertiary institutions in the state for their responsible conduct, attributing the prevailing peace in the education sector to their maturity and cooperation.
Aiyedatiwa said that since his assumption of office, there had been no reports of unrest or violent agitation within the student community, a development he credited to their discipline and constructive engagement.
“I want to commend all of you for how you have been conducting yourselves. Since I became governor, there has been no student unrest. You have engaged clearly without violent agitation,” he said.
While acknowledging the economic hardship citizens face due to ongoing reforms at the national level, the Governor urged the students to remain patient, assuring them that the difficulties were temporary and that the policies were already producing positive outcomes.
“It’s a temporary hardship that is easing up. The reforms are yielding results and benefits, and they are making the economy better.
If these reforms had not been implemented, Nigeria would have been worse off today,” he added.
Governor Aiyedatiwa stressed the need for collaboration to address student accommodation challenges, stating that the government alone could not meet all needs.
He called private investors to build hostels within and around campuses to complement government efforts and enhance student security.
“The government cannot provide everything. Resources are limited. That’s why we call on investors to build hostels for students on or near campuses. It’s a viable venture that will also enhance student security,” he said.
Regarding infrastructure, the governor highlighted ongoing and completed projects across the state, including the Akungba–Ikare road reconstruction. He explained that the project was initiated to curb frequent accidents in the area and stimulate local commerce.
“We had to reconstruct that road because of the high rate of accidents near Akungba University. It’s a technical road, but we’ve started it and will complete it,” he assured.
