Lucky Aiyedatiwa Support Group 2024

OUR EASE ❤️
A NEW DAWN

It was an honour to be part of the inauguration church thanksgiving service today alongside my Deputy, The immediate members of my family, The Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly, The Chief Judge of Ondo State, Top Government officials, Leaders of our Party and well wishers. We offered our deepest gratitude to the Supreme Ruler of the universe, whose benevolent providence has guided us through the complexities of all political challenges and uncertainties.
I wish to appreciate the body of clergy in our Dear State. I appreciate you for all your spiritual guidance and leadership at all times.—I cannot forget the vital role the church plays in our State’s development, providing spiritual guidance and education, healthcare and economic empowerment to our citizens.

Let me, once again, reiterate our determination and commitment towards the socioeconomic development of our dear State. We shall remain focused on our goals and aspirations as we pursue our Seven-Point developmental agenda as encapsulated in ‘OUR EASE’ for the good people of Ondo State.

As we move forward, we shall prioritise the welfare and well-being of our citizens, particularly the most vulnerable among us. We shall continue to invest in education, healthcare, agriculture, infrastructure, commerce and industry, recognising that these are the building blocks of a prosperous and equitable society. We shall foster a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship and creativity, knowing that these are the engines that drive growth and development. We shall work closely with our security agencies, our traditional rulers and our community leaders to ensure that our State remains a haven of peace and tranquility. We shall ensure that our State continues to maintain its enviable status as one of the safest and most peaceful states in Nigeria.

As my Deputy and I, prepare to take the oath of office tomorrow, we pledge to you, the good people of Ondo State, that we shall dedicate ourselves tirelessly to the pursuit of our collective dreams. We shall work diligently to create opportunities, to foster growth, and to ensure that our State remains a beacon of hope and prosperity. We shall strive to be listening leaders who empathise and who serve with integrity, transparency and accountability.

Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa
Executive Governor of Ondo Stare

ANNOUNCEMENT: PUBLIC HOLIDAY & SANITATION DAY

Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has declared Monday, 24th of February 2025, as a public holiday in the State.

The work-free day will allow the people of the State to participate in the activities of the inauguration of Governor Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa and Deputy Governor Olayide Owolabi Adelami.

Meanwhile, Governor Aiyedatiwa has directed the cancellation of restriction of movement on Saturday, 22nd of February 2025 during the monthly environmental sanitation exercise.

While there will be no restriction of movement on Saturday, residents are still expected to clean their environment.

Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan,
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State.
February 21, 2025.

*RE: BARR. WALE OMOLEGBON'S ORDEAL.*

The attention of the Governor of Ondo State has been drawn to the petition which attempts to bring Barrister Wale Omolegbon's Facebook criticism to serious scrutiny and prosecution for cyberbullying by the police authority.

It is necessary to state unequivocally that Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has no hand in it. The Governor did not commission anyone to petition the police against any citizen who criticises him or his administration.

The decision to tolerate the pains of serving the people has been entered into since the day the Governor chose to be a servant-leader.

In retrospect, was there anything anyone didn't say about the Governor before this time? Did he ever frown at even the most insipid narrative? He was everything to many people and he never begrudged anyone.

It is instructive to state that the Governor has expressly declined any assistance in fighting for him or on his behalf. Governor Aiyedatiwa is a democrat who understands the importance of discordant views in a democracy. He has not and will not commission anyone to fight his battles for him.

Mr. Governor has, therefore, asked the office of the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice to take over the case instituted against Barrister Omolegbon and work towards dropping the charges.

Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan,
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State.
February 18, 2025.

The outcome of the last Local Government election in the State is a testament to the indisputable preference of the All Progressives Congress. It is a re-enactment of our historical, unprecedented and overwhelming victory in the last Gubernatorial Election of Saturday, 16th November, 2024, in which we won in all the 18 Local Governments in the State.

It was an honour to swear in the newly elected Chairmen and Vice Chairmen of the 18 Local Government Areas of the State yesterday, marking a significant step in restoring democratic governance at the grassroots level.

I charged the new Chairmen and Vice Chairmen to prioritize the welfare of their constituents, foster accountability, and collaborate with legislative councils and public servants. I also urged them to align their governance with our administration’s New Development Agenda, ‘O’ Datiwa, O’ Dirorun’ (OUR EASE), which focuses on seven key pillars:
• Order, Security, and Rule of Law
• Urban/Rural Development via Agriculture and Blue Economy
• Revolutionary Tech Advancement and Industrialization
• Efficient Healthcare and Socio-Economic Welfare
• Adequate Power and Affordable Energy
• Sustainable Infrastructure Development and Tourism
• Education, Human Capital Development, and Entrepreneurship

I commended the Ondo State Independent Electoral Commission (ODIEC) for conducting a peaceful, free, fair, and credible election and appreciated security agencies, election monitors, civil society organizations, and opposition parties for their roles in strengthening democracy. I also expressed gratitude to the outgone Transition Committee Chairmen and members for their service to the state and I assured them that their contributions would not be forgotten, even as I reiterated our administration’s commitment to the 33 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs); They have come to stay, to bring governance closer to the people.

Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa
Executive Governor
Ondo State

STATE HOUSE PRESS RELEASE

PRESIDENT TINUBU LAUDS ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF DIASPORAN NIGERIANS

President Bola Tinubu, on Thursday in Abuja, said the positive reports on Nigerians in the diaspora would inspire the younger generation on values that enhance the nation's image.

The President commended diasporan Nigerians while receiving Letters of Credence from the High Commissioner of Canada to Nigeria, Pasquale Salvaggio, and the High Commissioner of Sierra Leone, Dr Julius F. Sandy, at the State House.

President Tinubu also received Letters of Credence from Legesse Geremew Haile, the Ambassador of Ethiopia to Nigeria, and Archbishop Michael Francis Crotty, the Apostolic Nuncio of the Vatican to Nigeria.

The Canadian High Commissioner told President Tinubu that Nigerians are active in education, sports, science, health, and business in his country.

He said Nigerians in Canada demonstrate high responsibility, civility, and purposefulness when pursuing their goals.

"For us, Nigeria is a key partner. You are the largest country in Africa, with one of the largest economies. You are also Canada's largest trading partner in Africa.

"I would like to advance the positive relations over the years. The diaspora in Canada is dynamic and strong. We have Nigerians in government, business, science, and sports. We want to build the ties further," the Canadian High Commissioner said.

Salvaggio, who had previously worked in Ghana and Cote'Ivoire, said Canada seeks to expand its interest in oil and gas, ICT, and agriculture in its partnership with Nigeria.

President Tinubu lauded Nigerians' accomplishments abroad, describing them as an inspiration to many.

"It is good to hear about how Nigerians are doing well in the diaspora again," he said.

In another meeting with the High Commissioner of Sierra Leone, President Tinubu affirmed that Nigeria's interest in developing the West Coast and Africa remains a priority.

The President told the envoy that Nigeria's decades-long investment in Sierra Leone has contributed to Africa's progress and promoted bilateral relations.

The High Commissioner thanked the President for Nigeria's support in keeping the country together.

"In Sierra Leone, more Nigerians are doing business than Sierra Leoneans. Most of my teachers in school were Nigerians. There is no difference between a Nigerian and a Sierra Leonean when you are walking in the street of Freetown," the High Commissioner said.

At another meeting with the new Ethiopian envoy, President Tinubu discussed the warm relations between Nigeria and Ethiopia.

"We need to continue pursuing peace in our continent. We need to work hard together to promote peace and stability. Our challenge in Africa is insecurity. Insecurity detracts from development. We do not have anybody that will bring peace to us, except we work for it," he said.

The Ambassador of Ethiopia remarked, "I am in Nigeria to build on the achievements of my predecessors. We will focus on culture. Our cultural relations are a big industry, already enhanced by the Ethiopian Airline."

After receiving the Letter of Credence from the Apostolic Nuncio of the Vatican, President Tinubu commended the Catholic Church for its investments in education and interventions to reduce poverty.

"We have a lot of value for education in Nigeria, and the Catholic Church has done a lot in that regard, as well as in fighting poverty. Education reduces ignorance and poverty," he added.

President Tinubu said he looked forward to receiving the Vatican's leadership in Nigeria.


Bayo Onanuga

Special Adviser to the President

(Information & Strategy)

January 30, 2025