Acting Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has appealed to Ondo citizens to contribute their utmost commitment, cooperation, and support for the state’s development trajectory.
Aiyedatiwa, who officially assumed duty as Acting Governor on Thursday, December 14, 2023, following Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu’s announcement of a medical leave, solemnly addressed Ondo citizens, explaining that “it is not a moment of celebration but a moment of sober reflection and appreciation of the collective burden of moving the state forward when nature sets in to hinder human performance.”
The Acting Governor expressed gratitude to Akeredolu for steering the state’s development commendably, and urged the citizens to unite in prayer for the swift restoration of the Governor’s health and strength.
Highlighting the toll on the state’s psyche and development, the Acting Governor called for unity, stating, “We can no longer be separated in interest or divided in purpose. We must stand together until the end. We must come back stronger and more determined to advance the welfare and security of our people.”
Aiyedatiwa stated the shared responsibility of governance, underscoring the need for inclusive engagement, focus, and collective action. He implored citizens, both young and old, to contribute their utmost commitment, cooperation, and support for the state’s development trajectory.
He concluded, “We must rise far above the intrigues and instability of the past and roll up our sleeves in service of the people. We are nothing but trustees of the people with whom we share a common humanity.”
Source: Pulse.ng
