The Lisa of Ondo Kingdom, High Chief Simeon Olusola Oguntimehin, has called on the Federal Government to prioritise power generation as a key measure to reduce the high unemployment rate in the country.
High Chief Oguntimehin made this statement during a grand reception held in celebration of his 90th birthday and the 10th anniversary of his installation as the Lisa of Ondo Kingdom.
The event attracted a gathering of distinguished Nigerians from various fields, all paying tribute to the Prime Minister of Ondo Kingdom.
Among the notable attendees were Afenifere leader Reuben Fasoranti, the Osemawe and Paramount ruler of Ondo Kingdom, Oba Victor Kiladejo, as well as members of the National Assembly and captains of industry.
Some of the dignitaries included; Senator Adeniyi Adegbonmire, representing Ondo Central, House of Representatives member; Abiola Makinde, Ondo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Wale Akinlosotu, and the former Vice-Chancellor of Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba Akoko, Prof. Femi Mimiko.
In his address, the Ondo High Chief emphasised that power generation and the security of lives are critical issues that require urgent government attention.
He remarked, “Once these two critical issues are addressed, Nigeria will become a better place for people to live in.
High Chief Oguntimehin further elaborated, “The government should address two main issues: security and power. If there is security, people can go about their jobs.
“If there is stable electricity, people will be able to use it for their businesses. If those two things are in place, Nigeria will continue to move forward.
He also advocated for a proper federation that would promote unity across the nation, urging all Nigerians to work together to curb unnecessary discord.
The Ondo High Chief, however, reaffirmed his commitment to the development of Ondo Kingdom, promising to continue contributing to its progress.