The Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has renewed his commitment towards reengineering the infrastructural development of the State while also prioritising the welfare of the people.
The Governor stated this in his New Year message to the people of the State, assuring them that the new year will bring dividends of good governance that will restore their faith in the government.
Governor Aiyedatiwa, who congratulated the people of Ondo State on witnessing the end of 2024, said 2025 offers a new vista of development across the 18 local government areas of the State.
The Governor thanked the various stakeholders, including traditional rulers, religious leaders, labour leaders, security agencies and the media, for their support and commended the state’s workforce for their hardwork and sacrifice in the past year.
He said the 2025 ‘Budget of Recovery’ will be faithfully executed to drive rapid development while also aiming to complete ongoing projects across the State.
Reflecting on the past year’s progress, the Governor commended the peaceful conduct of stakeholders during the electioneering processes and thanked the people for the overwhelming mandate given to him to lead beyond 2025.
He highlighted several achievements recorded by his administration in 2024, including improvements in infrastructure, workers’ welfare, job creation, and enhanced security, promising to do more in 2025.
Governor Aiyedatiwa called on the people to suppprt his administration as it aims to deliver on the components of the ‘OUR EASE’ mandate for the development of the State.
He said: “As we celebrate the opportunities before us in the New Year, I wish to also use this occasion to affirm my commitment to the people of Ondo State.
“I therefore call on you all to intensify prayers for the peace and prosperity of our dear State. It is my prayer that the first dawn of the New Year will bring with it unsparing blessings for us as individuals, communities and a State.”
The Governor concluded by wishing the good people of Ondo State a peaceful and prosperous New Year.
Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan,
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State
January 1, 2025.