- Gov hails President Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Agenda as Nigeria celebrates 65th Independence anniversary
Ondo State Governor, Dr Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, on Wednesday, October 1, 2025, said his administration is delivering visible results in key sectors including health, education, agriculture, infrastructure and security, with assurances of greater progress in the months ahead.
Speaking at the Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Arcade, Akure, during the celebration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary, the Governor said the state is witnessing remarkable transformation under the “OUR EASE” policy framework.
According to him, several projects are being executed simultaneously across the state, ranging from the dualisation of Akure-Idanre, Akungba–Ikare and Okitipupa–Igbokoda roads, the construction of jetties and walkways in the riverine areas and the approval of five kilometres of roads in each of the 18 local government areas for rehabilitation.
Governor Aiyedatiwa said: “Roads are not just pathways, they are lifelines that will boost commerce, agriculture, reduce travel stress and encourage economic activities and the daily life of our people.”
On healthcare, he disclosed that his administration had expanded the state’s contributory health scheme, completed a pharma-grade warehouse to guarantee supply of medicines, renovated hospitals and prioritised recruitment into the health sector.
“Our people in rural areas will no longer need to travel far to access basic healthcare. Beyond this, we have resolved that all health facilities in the State would be upgraded to meet global medical standards”, he added.
The Governor also highlighted strides in education, including classroom rehabilitation, provision of instructional materials, bursaries and scholarships, digital learning opportunities and the continuous operation of free shuttle buses and boats.
On agriculture, he stated that the state had secured 26,000 hectares of land and earmarked ₦7.5 billion for development to strengthen food security and create jobs.
On security, he said: “We have provided not less than 75 High-grade Hilux vehicles equipped with modern security gadgets to our security agencies to help them respond quickly and effectively to threats. Our goal is that every citizen of Ondo State should feel safe in their homes, farms, markets, schools and places of work.”
Commending citizens for their trust, the Governor pledged: “In the coming months, you will see more progress. Ondo State is moving forward, Nigeria is moving forward; and nothing is beyond our reach.”
Earlier, Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti, in his welcome address, said the celebration was a recognition of the struggles of Nigeria’s forebearers and an opportunity to highlight the administration’s achievements.
Fasoranti said: “In recent times, the State has witnessed unprecedented socio-economic revival and restoration. Mr Governor has deliberately provided an ambience that opened up the industrial and economic frontiers of development in the State, thus strategically placing Ondo State on the world map. Hence, our people are now endowed with limitless opportunities to thrive and contribute to the development of our nation.”
He lauded the governor’s fiscal transparency and accountability, describing them as key enablers of reforms and transformational programmes.
The event featured a parade mounted by the Nigeria Police, schools, political and non-political groups, and attracted top government officials and dignitaries including Deputy Governor, Dr Olayide Adelami, Speaker of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Olamide Oladiji, the Chief Judge, Justice A.O Odusola, commissioners, Chairman of the Council of Obas and the Olowo of Owo, Oba Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye, Chief Imam of Akure, Sheikh Abdulhakeem Yayi Akorede, State Vice Chairman of CAN, Bishop Ayodeji Komolafe, and the Deji of Akure, Oba Aladetoyinbo Aladelusi, represented by the Osolo of Isolo, Akure, High Chief Edward Adewole, among others.
Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan,
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State.
October 1, 2025.