Governor of Ondo State, Fortunate Aiyedatiwa, has described his administration’s ongoing infrastructural and social growth initiatives as “lifelines” designed to reconnect communities, revive the financial system, and safe the state’s future.
Talking on the sixty fifth Independence Anniversary celebration held on the Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Arcade in Akure, the governor mentioned Ondo State is witnessing a “exceptional transformation” and warranted residents of even larger progress within the coming months.
He listed main initiatives together with the dualisation of Akure-Idanre, Akungba-Ikare, and Okitipupa-Igbokoda roads, the development of jetties and walkways in riverine areas, and the rehabilitation of 5 kilometres of roads in every of the state’s 18 native authorities areas.
“Roads are usually not simply pathways; they’re lifelines that may enhance commerce and agriculture, scale back journey stress, and encourage financial actions and the day by day lifetime of our individuals,” Aiyedatiwa mentioned.
On healthcare, the governor disclosed that his administration had expanded the state’s contributory well being scheme, accomplished a pharma-grade warehouse to make sure medication provide, renovated hospitals, and prioritised recruitment within the well being sector.
“Our individuals in rural areas will not must journey far to entry fundamental healthcare. Past this, we’ve resolved that each one well being amenities within the state will probably be upgraded to fulfill world medical requirements,” he added.
Aiyedatiwa additionally highlighted strides in schooling, together with classroom rehabilitation, provision of tutorial supplies, bursaries and scholarships, digital studying initiatives, and the sustained operation of free shuttle buses and boats.
On agriculture, he revealed that the state had secured 26,000 hectares of land and earmarked ₦7.5 billion for agricultural growth to strengthen meals safety and create jobs.
On safety, the governor mentioned the state had supplied not less than 75 high-grade Hilux automobiles fitted with trendy devices to safety companies.
“Our purpose is that each citizen of Ondo State ought to really feel protected of their houses, farms, markets, colleges, and locations of labor,” he assured.
Commending residents for his or her belief, Aiyedatiwa pledged to maintain the event drive.
“Within the coming months, you will notice extra progress. Ondo State is shifting ahead, Nigeria is shifting ahead, and nothing is past our attain,” he mentioned.
Secretary to the State Authorities, Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti, described the celebration as a second to honour Nigeria’s forebears and replicate on the federal government’s achievements.
“In latest occasions, the state has witnessed unprecedented socio-economic revival and restoration. Mr. Governor has intentionally supplied an atmosphere that opened up the commercial and financial frontiers of growth, strategically inserting Ondo State on the world map,” Fasoranti mentioned.
