Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has charged newly sworn-in commissioners to hit the ground running and deliver on the administration’s promises.
He stressed that citizens expect nothing less than effective, people-focused governance.
While inaugurating the new batch of commissioners into the State Executive Council, the governor reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and effective service delivery.
The swearing-in ceremony took place at the International Centre for Culture and Events (The Dome) in Akure on Monday.
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Describing the occasion as a significant milestone in his administration’s journey towards building a greater state, Aiyedatiwa urged the new appointees to hit the ground running, stressing that the expectations of the people remain high.
“The people of Ondo State expect nothing but the best from us, having entrusted us with an overwhelming mandate. We must strive to deliver on all our electioneering promises,” he stated.
The governor explained that the delay in appointments was deliberate, reflecting his administration’s belief in steady, consistent governance over hasty decisions.
“Within the first 100 days of our administration, we have been able to prove that slow and steady wins the race,” he added.
He described the newly appointed commissioners as individuals with “unassailable qualifications, impeccable track records and a deep commitment to public service.”
He urged them to uphold integrity, patriotism, due process, and foster cordial working relationships within their ministries and agencies.
Aiyedatiwa also cautioned family members and associates of the appointees against exerting undue pressure for personal or sectional interests.
He encouraged the new commissioners to align their efforts with his administration’s 7-point agenda, OUR EASE, which focuses on Economic Development, Food Security, Education, Healthcare, Infrastructure, Security, Youth Empowerment, and Social Welfare.
Highlighting his administration’s achievements, the governor said various infrastructure projects and socio-economic programmes had been initiated to support the elderly, less privileged, and vulnerable groups.
He added that both continuity and innovation had guided his government’s developmental strategy.
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On security, Aiyedatiwa reiterated his administration’s resolve to combat criminality, noting the recent approval of a bill prescribing the death penalty for kidnappers and abductors in the state.
He also reassured party faithful and citizens who are yet to be appointed that more opportunities to serve in various capacities lie ahead.
However, Secretary to the State Government, Taiwo Fasoranti, described the appointments as a strategic step towards inclusive and people-oriented governance.
He commended Aiyedatiwa for selecting appointees based on merit, competence, and commitment to the OUR EASE agenda.
Speaking on behalf of the new commissioners, Omoyofunmi Segun expressed appreciation to the governor for the opportunity to serve and pledged that the team would deliver diligently in their respective roles.
