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  • Ondo 2024: Why I stepped down for Olusola Oke – APC guber aspirant

    Ondo 2024: Why I stepped down for Olusola Oke – APC guber aspirant

    Mr Ayodeji Oritedi, a governorship aspirant on the platform of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State, has announced his decision to step down for Chief Olusola Oke, a leading contender for the party’s ticket.

    Oke had on Monday declared his intention to run for the number one seat in the state at the APC secretariat in Akure.

    Oritedi also announced his decision to collapse his campaign structure into the Olusola Oke Campaign Organisation (OOCA).

    Speaking with journalists on Tuesday in Akure, Oritedi said the reason for supporting Oke, was to chart a new path for the state to reach greatness.

    He said synergy was needed to ensure that the dreams of the forefathers of the State were achieved, saying that Oke’s vision for Ondo state aligned with his mission.

    “We need a new path for Ondo State and in order to achieve that, we require to create synergy with the right people and Chief Olusola Oke has been seen to be an statute politician; he has been steadfast and consistent.

    “As someone that has passion for the state and most of us, his vision align with our own mission. In order to make the work easy, we have decided to come together, pull a strong force to deliver Ondo State,” he said.

    The businessman cum politician said his decision to step down was from his belief that the governorship aspiration of Oke had been endorsed by God.

    “I am happy to associate with Chief Olusola Oke. All our structures globally and supporters have decided to join him. This is because it is a God ordained-project,” Oritedi said.

  • Aiyedatiwa appoints new Head of Service

    Aiyedatiwa appoints new Head of Service

    Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has appointed Bayo Philip as acting Head of Service of the state.

    This is contained in a statement made available to newsmen on Tuesday in Akure by the Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to the governor,  Mr Ebenezer Adeniyan.

    Adesiyan said the appointment of Phillip as the 16th HoS is with immediate effect.

    He said the governor approved the retirement of the outgone Head of Service, Mr Kayode Ogundele, with immediate effect.

    The CPS said the governor appreciated Ogundele for his service to the state and wished him the best in his future endeavours.

    Ogundele was sworn-in as the 15th Head of Service of the state on Aug.4, 2022 by late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu.

  • What Akeredolu will be remembered for – Gov. Aiyedatiwa

    What Akeredolu will be remembered for – Gov. Aiyedatiwa

    Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Wednesday said the late former Governor of the state, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, would be remembered for his good deeds, especially standing for truth and justice.

    Aiyedatiwa stated this during a special court session held in honour of the late former governor at the Ondo State High Court in Akure.

    He explained that the former governor used his knowledge, ebullience and capacities to defend the human peaceful existence.

    Aiyedatiwa added that the deceased deeds during his life time were greatly impactful.

    According to him, the deceased was after justice and rule of law.

    Aiyedatiwa said that late Akeredolu was always not pleased when justice was not served.

    He described the honour bestowed on the late governor as a well deserved because his life evolved around the legal profession.

    “He was an achiever with success stories. He stood firm and was committed to truth and justice,” he said.

    Also speaking, the Chief Judge (CJ) of the state, Justice Olusegun Odusola, said that late Akeredolu remained celebrated in death more than being alive considering a reference to his achievements and attainment in life.

    Odusola said that the late governor was a courageous fighter, who faced the serious security challenges in the state with ingenious courage that had become a national model.

    He stated that it was more-worthy that the late governor did not interfere with judicial activities, even when it did not favour his desires.

    According to him, late Akeredolu was a man that lived with his words.

    “In my last encounter with him at a time when his health was obviously failing, Arakunrin still reiterated his desire to construct a judiciary complex that will be the envy of other states in the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

    “He also spoke about judges’ welfare and I wondered how a man in such a condition could still love the judiciary so much as to remember the little promises he made,” he said.

    The CJ said that late Akeredolu was an outstanding legal icon and a political colossus, a man who was an exemplar of indefatigable courage, principled resistance with honesty and self-respect.

    He stated that late Akeredolu would continue to be a good reference point in humanity.

    In his remarks, the President of the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), Mr Yakubu Maikyau, described the late governor as a man with keen passion to help humanity and secure peace.

    Maikyau added that the deceased was a person of humility known for truth and justice, and asked the deceased family to take solace in the good deeds of the late governor.

    Dignitaries present include Gov. Abdulrasak Abdulrahman of Kwara; Ondo State Deputy Gov, Olayide Adelami; Chief Olusola Oke, SAN; and APC Chairman in Ondo State, Mr Ade Adetimehin.

    Others are human rights lawyer, Mr Kayode Ajulo; Ambassador Sola Iji, Speaker Ondo State House of Assembly; and former Inspector of Police, Mr Sunday Ehindero.

  • Ondo PDP chairman, Fatai Adams is dead

    Ondo PDP chairman, Fatai Adams is dead

    The Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) in Ondo State, Mr Fatai  Adams is dead.

    Mr Ikantu Peretei, Publicity Secretary of the party in the state, confirmed the chairman`s death in a statement issued in Akure on Wednesday.

    Peretei said Adams died on Wednesday at a private hospital in Akure, after a brief illness.

    ”The Peoples Democratic Party (Ondo chapter) wishes to express our shock and devastation over the demise of Hon. Fatai Adams, whose death occurred this morning at a private hospital in Akure after a brief illness.

    “His transition at this trying time of the party is not only sad but traumatic. The State Working Committee (SWC) of the party has declared a three-day mourning period. Party flags are to fly at half mast and all party secretariats shut for the period across the state.

    “Our party commiserates with his family and the Ondo State PDP at large. May Almighty Allah grant him Al jannah Firdaus, “he said.

    Adams was elected State Chairman of PDP in  August 2020.

    Before then, he had served as deputy state chairman of the party in the state.

  • Ondo Assembly confirm Ajulo, Sowore, 3 others as commissioners

    Ondo Assembly confirm Ajulo, Sowore, 3 others as commissioners

    The Ondo State House of  Assembly, on Tuesday, screened and confirmed five out of the six commissioner-nominees forwarded to it by Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa.

    Aiyedatiwa had on Feb. 2 submitted the names of six commissioner nominees to the State House of Assembly.

    The nominees screened and confirmed included  Mr. Olukayode Ajulo, Mr Razaq Obe, Pastor Emmanuel Igbasan; Mr Akinwumi Sowore, and Mr Oseni Oyeniyi.

    Mrs Omowumi Isaac, the sixth commissioner-nominee was, however, not available for the screening exercise, but no reason was given for her absence.

    Presenting the report of his committee to the Assembly, Mr Abayomi Akinruntan, Chairman, the Selection Committee, said that the nominees possessed the relevant academic qualifications and were found physically and mentally fit to serve as commissioners.

    He asked the state lawmakers to confirm the nominees.

    Subsequently, Mr. Oluwole Ogunmolasuyi, APC-Owo 1, therefore moved a motion for the confirmation of the nominees and Mr Felix Afe, Akoko North-West Constituency II, seconded the motion.

    Chief Olamide Oladiji, the Speaker of the House, commended the efforts of the committee for a job well done.

    Oladiji said that the assembly had acted on the extant law following the presentation of the nominees for confirmation.

    According to him, the legislative have found them competent to serve the people of the state.

    He asked the commissioner-designates to join hands with the state governor to facilitate the dividends of democracy get to the people of the state.

    Oladiji also enjoined them to diligently serve the people and to move the state forward.

    Responding, Igbasan, who spoke on behalf of others, appreciated the assembly, and promised that the commissioner-designates would support the state governor in achieving greater success.

  • APC’s Ehindero emerges winner of by-election in Ondo

    APC’s Ehindero emerges winner of by-election in Ondo

    The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the All Progressives Congress (APC) candidate, Mr Ifeoluwa Ehindero, winner of the Akoko North-East and Akoko North-West Federal constituency by-election in Ondo State.

    Prof. Johnson Fasinmirin of the Federal University of Technology, Akure (FUTA), the Returning Officer of the election, declared Ehindero winner after the counting of votes at the collation centre at Victory College, Ikare-Akoko on Saturday.

    Fasinmirin said that the APC candidate polled 35,504 votes to defeat his closest rival, Mr Olalekan Bada of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), who had 15,328 votes.

    The Returning Officer said that total votes cast were 51,896 with valid votes cast being 51,341 while 555 votes were rejected.

    “I, Fasinmirin Johnson, hereby certify that I am the Returning Officer for the 2024 Akoko North-East and Akoko North-West Federal Constituency By-election held on Feb. 3.

    “The election was contested and Ehindero Ifeoluwa Babajide of APC polled 35,504 while Bada Olalekan Oladapo scored 15,328.

    “That Ehindero Ifeoluwa Babajide of APC having satisfied the requirements of the law is hereby declared the winner and return elected,” he said.

    Ehindero defeated Bada with 20,176 votes to emerge winner while African Democratic Congress candidate, Ishmail Adeshina with 213 votes came third.

    The Akoko North-East and Akoko North-West Federal constituency seat became vacant following the resignation of Mr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, who was appointed Minister of Interior by President Bola Tinubu.

    Candidates of eight political parties contested for the vacant seat to represet the Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives and are: ADC, APC, APGA, PDP, NNPP, APP, SDP and LP.

  • Aiyedatiwa approves N1bn for construction of UNIMED Senate building

    Aiyedatiwa approves N1bn for construction of UNIMED Senate building

    The Ondo State Government has approved N1 billion for the construction of a new Senate Building at the main campus of the University of Medical Sciences Ondo.

    Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State disclosed this, on Thursday in Akure, during the institution’s 5th Convocation Ceremony.

    Aiyedatiwa while applauding the institution’s leadership and stakeholders for their collective efforts in advancing medical education, reiterated his administration’s commitment to the continuous growth and success of the university.

    In his message to the graduating students, the governor urged them to uphold the values of excellence, compassion, and responsibility instilled in them by the institution.

    He encouraged them to make meaningful contributions to the healthcare sector in the state in particular and the society at large.

    Aiyedatiwa also reiterated the government’s commitment to providing essential infrastructure in state owned institutions and resources to facilitate academic and professional pursuits.

    Earlier the Pro Chancellor and Chairman of the Governing Council of the University, Prof. Ayodele Arowojolu, while highlighting the institution’s progress, appealed to the government for continued financial support for infrastructural development.

    “It is important to note that through the support of the Ondo State Government and the prudent management of the Internally Generated Revenue (IGR) of the university, the institution has developed tremendously within the last one year.

    “Aside the university’s programmes that have received full accreditation from the National Universities Commission and other regulatory bodies, the institution’s infrastructural development has also been improved upon,”Arowojolu said.

    Similarly, the Vice Chancellor of the University, Prof. Adesegun Fatusi, in his remarks emphadised the the commitment of the institution to academic excellence.

    Fatusi, who gave a breakdown of the graduating students, said that 585 students were graduating comprising of 528 receiving first degrees and 57 students for post graduate.

    Earlier before the convocation ceremony, Aiyedatiwa had inaugurated several projects on the campus, including the Multidisciplinary Laboratory Complex, Learning Resource Centre, Block 2, and the Kamomi Aketi Accelerated Water Scheme.

  • Ondo State’s chief judge swears in Adelami as deputy governor

    Ondo State’s chief judge swears in Adelami as deputy governor

    The Chief Judge of Ondo State, Justice Olusegun Odusola, swore in Dr Olayide Adelami, as the state’s new deputy governor on Thursday in Akure.

    Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa nominated Adelami, a former Deputy Clerk of the National Assembly as his deputy after he dissolved the state’s cabinet on Jan. 24.

    Adelami’s nomination was subsequently confirmed by the Ondo State House of Assembly on Jan. 25.

    After his inauguration, Aiyedatiwa said the choice of the new deputy governor resulted from his distinct quality, impeccable character and rich administrative acumen.

    The governor noted that the jubilation that greeted the appointment of Adelami showed that he made a right choice.

    “This poses a challenge for Adelami to sustain the euphoria to remain at the top,’’ the governor said.

    He stressed that his administration had zero tolerance for corruption, and admonished the deputy governor to be transparent and accountable at all times.

    “We expect that you will provide fresh ideas and new drive to support the consolidation of our legacy projects in building a sustainable socioeconomic base as encapsulated in our `REDEEMED’ agenda,’’ Aiyedatiwa said.

    Deceased former Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, Aiyedatiwa’s immediate predecessor announced the REDEEMED agenda when he was sworn in for a second tenure in February 2021.

    REDEEMED is a coinage from Rural and agricultural development; Educational advancement and human capital development; Development through massive infrastructure and Efficient service delivery, development and policy implementation.

    Other elements are: Effective healthcare and social welfare services; Maintenance of law and order for adequate security; Energy, mining and sustainable industries and Digital revolution and entrepreneurship.

    Aiyedatiwa also admonished Adelami to contribute to the piloting of Ondo State’s politics to a higher level of humility, justice and harmony.

    “I congratulate you and your families on your well-deserved appointment with the belief that you will serve diligently with patriotism.

    “You must bear in mind that this administration has zero tolerance for corruption. We expect you to demonstrate transparent, open and accountable leadership in your new office.

    “You must also avoid discrimination and not serve sectional interests as the entire state is your constituency,’’ the governor stressed.

    In his acceptance speech, Adelami said he was in government to support Aiyedatiwa to serve the people of Ondo State and to make life more meaningful in all areas.

    He noted that governance had witnessed a new lease of life within Aiyedatiwa’s one month in office.

    “I wholeheartedly accept to be your deputy and my loyalty to you will be total,’’ Adelami declared.

  • Ondo Assembly confirms Adelami as Deputy Governor

    Ondo Assembly confirms Adelami as Deputy Governor

    The Ondo State House of Assembly has confirmed the nomination of Dr. Olayide Adelami as the deputy governor of the state.

    Gov.  Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Wednesday sent the name of Adelami to the parliament for screening and approval.

    At resumption of plenary on Thursday in Akure, Mr Benjamin Jayeola, the clerk of the assembly read the letter of the governor on the floor of the house.

    Mr Oluwole Ogunmolasuyi, APC/Owo 1,   moved the motion for submission and consideration of the House’s Selection Committee’s report on the nominee.

    The motion was seconded by Hon. Felix Afe, Akoko North West 2/APC.

    Speaking on the report, Mr Abayomi Akinruntan, Ilaje 1/APC, said that the report on Adelami showed that the nominee if confirmed would function effectively as deputy governor of the state owing to his wealth of expeience and track record.

    Akinruntan, who is the Chairman of the Selection Committee, said that the nominee was physically and mentally fit for the office of deputy governor.

    The motion for the confirmation of Dr Olayide Adelami was subsequently passed by a voice vote by the lawmakers.

    Rt. Hon. Olamide Oladiji, the Speaker of the assembly, tasked the nominee to impact on people of the state and use his office judiciously for growth and development of the state.

    Appreciating the legislators for his confirmation, Adelami said that the new responsibilty was a call to service, and promised to do his best.

    Adelami said that he would promote good relationship between the executive and the legislature and ensure to bring back the aggrieved members of the All Progressives Congress ( APC).

    According to him, he will not betray emotion and confidence reposed in him by the state governor for nominating him.

    He also seized the opportunity to condoled with the family of late Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, the former governor who died on Dec. 27 after a protracted illness.

    Adelami was a former deputy clerk of the National Assembly and a governorship aspirant in the 2020 governorship primaries conducted by the All Progressivess Congress.

    NAN

  • Akeredolu’s death: Ondo gov, Aiyedatiwa declares 3-day mourning

    Akeredolu’s death: Ondo gov, Aiyedatiwa declares 3-day mourning

    The new Ondo State Governor,  Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa has declared three days mourning of late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu who passed away in the early hours of Wednesday.

    Aiyedatiwa, who was Acting Governor, assumed the position of Governor following the death of Gov. Rotimi Akeredolu after a prolonged battle with prostate cancer.

    He declared three days of mourning in the state and ordered that the national flag in all establishments in the state should fly at half-mast.

    Details to follow…