Politics

ODIEC Shifts Local Government Elections till February 2024

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By Olumide Abudu

The Ondo State Independent Electoral Commission, ODIEC has shifted the planned local government elections till February 2024.

The commission announced the shift in the date from initial December 16, at a meeting with political parties and other stakeholders in Akure.

ODIEC Chairman, Dr Joseph Aremo said the adjustment was due to the non-compliance with electoral rules by the political parties, with particular reference to the conduct of party primaries.

Dr. Aremo emphasized that the commission had put in place adequate preparations and received approval from Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu for the conduct of the election in December this year until the lackluster performance by the various political parties.

The ODIEC chairman who said the meeting was to review the commission’s activities also released the adjusted timetable and schedule of activities to the political parties and stakeholders at the meeting.

The ODIEC Commissioner in charge of Budget, Operations, and Legal, Prince Dele Akinyelure, said 17 political parties have so far expressed interest in the local government election.

Responding, the Director of Publicity, PDP, Ondo State, Mr Kennedy Peretei expressed confidence in the composition of the new ODIEC leadership and urged the commission to comply with the Electoral Act in the conduct of the council poll.

Various political parties were represented at the stakeholders’ meeting.

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Ondo Inaugurates 10th Assembly

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By Augustina Bajeh

The 10th Assembly in Ondo State has been inaugurated today at the Assembly complex in Akure.

 The event commenced with the Clerk of the House, Mr Benjamin Jaiyeola reading out the proclamation of Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu.

Mr Jaiyeola thereafter read a roll call of all members elect as sent by INEC and their certificates of return submitted for authentication.

The Clerk also charged the lawmakers to declare their asset to the public 

During the session Mr Olamide Oladiji representing Ondo East Constituency was elected as Speaker after he was nominated unopposed by lawmaker representing Ifedore  Mr temitope Akomolafe and Biola Oladapo of Ondo West 2.

Prince Abayomi Akinruntan representing Ilaje 1 was also elected unopposed as the deputy speaker.

The Clerk proceeded to hand over instruments of office to the speaker.

Addressing the Assembly, the Speaker, Mr Oladiji, said the 10th Assembly would ensure checks and balances in running the affairs of Ondo State thereby bringing the dividend of democracy to the people 

He also thanked Governor Akeredolu for providing amiable leadership in the state and the people of state for the confidence reposed in the 10th Assembly.

The Speaker then proceeded to administer oath of allegiance on other elected members of parliament.

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Lifestyle

Makinde Condoles with Akeredolu Over His Mother’s Demise

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Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde has expressed his heartfelt condolences to his Ondo State counterpart and chairman, South-West Governors’ Forum, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu, SAN, over the death of his mother, Mrs Grace Akeredolu.

Governor Makinde, who condoled with the governor of Ondo State and his family, prayed to God to grant repose to the soul of the late Madam Akeredolu, whom he said, lived a good life.

A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr Taiwo Adisa, quoted the governor as also commiserating with the government and good people of Ondo State over the death of the governor’s mother.

Governor Makinde, who paid a condolence visit to the Orogun residence of the late Madam Akeredolu, described her as a woman of virtue and a great woman.

He said: ‘”I commiserate with my Egbon, who is also the chairman of the South-West Governors’ Forum, His Excellency, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, on the death of his mother, Mama Grace Akeredolu.”

“I equally express my condolences to the government and good people of Ondo State and I pray to God to grant repose to Mama’s soul and to grant the entire Akeredolu family the fortitude to bear the loss.”

“No matter how old our loved ones are, we never would love to see them leave us. But in the programme of God, there is a time to be born and a time to die. “So, we can only submit to God’s will and cherish the memories our loved ones leave us with.”

“I am sure that Mama left a bundle of good memories because she was a woman of virtue and a great mother. So, I encourage Governor Akeredolu and everyone Mama left behind to take solace in the great life Mama lived.”

The governor also wrote in the condolence register opened in Mama’s house: “Mama lived a happy and fulfilled life. May her beautiful soul rest in perfect peace, Amen.”

Iyabo Adebisi

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Health

Akeredolu Orders Immediate Recruitment of Health Workers

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Ondo State governor, Mr Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has ordered the immediate employment of more health workers to boost healthcare services in the state.

The governor made this known when he played host to the executive members of the Nigeria Medical Association, NMA, Ondo State chapter.

Governor Akeredolu said the government was looking into other critical challenges facing the health sector with the aim of finding solutions.

He further disclosed that the ongoing construction work at UNIMED facilities in Akure and Ondo Town would soon be completed with the procurement of more equipment and payment of outstanding allowances of medical practitioners.

Earlier, the chairman of NMA, Ondo State chapter, Dr Omosehin Adeyemi-Osowe applauded the governor for being proactive in the area of security and improved infrastructure.

Dr Adeyemi-Osowe sought more collaboration between the government and the association to address the brain drain among health workers.

Isaac Afolabi

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Akeredolu Decries Neglect of House of Assembly Complex

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Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has expressed displeasure over the neglect of the Ondo State House of Assembly complex by successive governments.

Governor Akeredolu stated this when he paid an unscheduled visit to the Assembly in Akure.

He explained that the complex had witnessed total neglect for the past forty years of its construction.

Governor Akeredolu said the hallowed chamber had been equipped with modern facilities and gadgets needed for the legislative functions of lawmakers.

The Governor gave an assurance that he would not relent in providing a conducive working environment for the lawmakers to be able to perform their duties effectively.

Earlier, the Assembly Speaker, Mr Bamidele Oleyelogun had described Governor Akeredolu as a visionary leader who had put smiles on the face of individuals through various development projects.

Augustina Okinedo 

 

Security

Ondo Govt. Distributes 50 Operational Vehicles to Security Outfits

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In the bid to boost security in Ondo State, the government has distributed fifty operational vehicles to security agencies.

Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu while handing over the vehicles in Akure, said there was no amount of resources invested in safeguarding the lives of citizens that could be too much due to the surge of alarming criminal activities in the country.

While lamenting a series of security breaches, Governor Akeredolu further appealed for a re-jig of the nation’s security architecture and collaboration among the agencies to effectively check terrorists and bandits’ attacks. 

Earlier, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Security Matters and the Commander of Amotekun, Chief Adetunji Adeleye appreciated the government, saying the vehicles would aid the operations of the operatives.

The fifty vehicles were given out to Nigeria Police, the Army, the DSS, Amotekun and the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps, NSCDC.

Isaac Afolabi

Education

Muslims Kick Against Return Of Schools To Missions In Ondo

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The Muslim community in Ondo state has faulted the decision of Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu to return some public schools to Faith-Based Organizations (FBOs)

At a news briefing in Akure, the state capital, the Chairman, of the League of Imam, and Alfas, Sheikh Ahmad Aladesawe described the move as one that could threaten the growth of education in the state.

Represented by the secretary of the league and Chief Imam of Supare Akoko, Alhaji Abdulrasheed Akerele, Sheik Aladesawe alleged that the development was tantamount to giving out public property to empower some individuals in the FBOs.

The cleric also alleged that such action would deny Muslim children access to such schools.

Sheik Aladesawe the Muslim community would seek legal action if the state government fails to rescind its decision.

Transportation

NURTW Crisis: Ondo Inaugurates Motor Parks Management Committee

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Ondo State Deputy Governor, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa has inaugurated the State Motor Parks Management Committee calling on the leadership of the National Union of Road Transport Workers, NURTW, in the state to resolve its leadership crisis.

The inauguration which took place at Cocoa Conference Hall, Governor’s Office Alagbaka, Akure, had in attendance key government officials led by the Secretary to the State Government, SSG, Princess Oladunni Odu.

Mr Aiyedatiwa said the Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu-led government was not insensitive to the genuine concerns over ensuring a peaceful atmosphere in motor parks across the state, hence the establishment of the newly created State Motor Parks Management Committee.

He said the 21-man committee led by Jacob Adebo Idajo has Evangelist Festus Obasoto as Vice Chairman, with Bayode Gbenga as Secretary was saddled with the responsibility of overseeing the activities of all commercial vehicle operators in all the motor parks across the state.

The Deputy Governor lamented that the lingering crisis in the Ondo State Branch of NURTW which had created a leadership vacuum necessitated government intervention, and led to the setting up of the committee.

He further disclosed that the committee members were a product of widespread consultations and extensive deliberations hence the need for them to justify the confidence reposed in them.

Olufisoye Adenitan

News

Corps Members Bags State Honors in Ondo

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The National Youths Service Corps, NYSC, has sanctioned eighteen corps members in Ondo state for contravening the rules guiding the scheme during their service year.

The NYSC coordinator in the state, Mrs Victoria Ani stated this during the passing out ceremony for the 2021 batch ‘A’ (Stream 1) corps members held in Akure, the state capital.

Mrs Ani explained that out of the number, nine corps members would have their service year extended for various misdemeanors while nine others would have their service year repeated for absconding from service, subject to the approval of the headquarters of the scheme. 

The coordinator, however, pointed out that a Corps member would be awarded state honors and twenty-five others would receive the state coordinator’s commendation certificate.

Mrs Ani called on the Corps members to be good ambassadors and eschew acts of arrogance if they wanted to achieve in life.

In a message, Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu gave the assurance that the state government would always provide security to corps members who chose to stay behind.

 Kayode Animasaun

Politics

Democracy Day: Shun Divisive Tendency, Akeredolu Urges Ondo People

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Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo state has urged Nigerians to refrain from actions and utterances that can hurt the unity of the country. 

Governor Akeredolu in his goodwill message on the occasion of this year’s Democracy Day, said the nation could not afford to undermine the huge sacrifices it had made to come this far, having nurtured democracy for 22 years unbroken.

He observed that though the nation had its challenges, the only way to overcome them was by collectively confronting them without coloration or sentiments.

The governor urged Nigerians to promote unity and peace always even as he encouraged them to shun divisive elements who were determined to instigate citizens against themselves.

Governor Akeredolu assured the people of Ondo state of his administration’s commitment to continue to deliver dividends of good governance to them wherever they live. 

Adebukola Bardi

Education

Children’s Day: Gov. Akeredolu Receives FRCN Essay Winners

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Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu says Radio Nigeria broadcasts have always put it on a pedestal envied by other radio stations in the country.

The governor spoke in Akure when he received the best three students in the essay competition marking the nineteenth anniversary of Radio Nigeria Positive FM.

The presentation of the essay winners to the governor was also part of the station’s celebration of children day 2021

Governor Akeredolu described Radio Nigeria as not only balanced in its reportage but also innovative.

The governor who expressed delight in the programs of Radio Nigeria FM Akure asked the management to sustain the tempo and also encouraged the essay winners to remain focused with a promise to assist them academically.

Earlier, the General Manager Positive FM, Mr Abiodun told the governor that essays topics were on, “the Ondo State of my dream,” and “if I meet governor Akeredolu today, what will I tell him?”

In the essay competition, Damilola Akadiri of St Louis Grammar school came first with Victor Akinniyi of Comfort Tenderfeet College coming second and Emmanuel Oluwapomile from St Thomas Aquinas College emerged third

Olorunferanmi Odofin

Politics

Nigeria’s Constitution Should be Reviewed Periodically – Senator Omo-Agege

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The Nigerian constitution should be put up for review periodically to engender a better society.

The Chairman, Constitution Review Committee, and Deputy President of the Senate, Ovie Omo-Agege made this known in Akure at the zonal public hearing on the proposed alteration to the provision of the 1999 constitution.

Represented Senator Omo-Agege argued that the 1999 constitution had forced on the nation some military decrees and policies.

He gave an assurance that the Senate committee on constitution review would consider submissions from the hearing without bias for judicial and democratic reform in Nigeria.

Also speaking, the speaker, Ondo State House of Assembly, ODHA, Mr. Bamidele Oleyeloogun and Ekiti State Deputy Speaker, Mr Akeem Jamiu maintained that the 1999 constitution was more of military decrees thereby depriving the nation of true federalism.

Declaring the event open, Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu welcomed representatives from Ekiti and Osun States to the hearing and enjoined the Senate and the House of Representatives to put aside partisan politics for better Nigeria.

Governor Akeredolu who recommended the 1963 constitution where every region would have the power to develop advised the stakeholders to embrace sincerity throughout the exercise.

Both state and federal lawmakers at the public hearing were Senator Nicholas Tofowomo and his counterpart from Ekiti State, Senator Abiodun Olujimi.

Olorunferanmi Odofin

Politics

Our decision is irreversible and will be enforced – Akeredolu replies Malami

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I have just read the press statement credited to the Attorney General of the Federation and Minister of Justice, Mr Abubakar Malami, SAN, on the resolution of the Southern Governors Forum to ban open grazing in their respective States.

The AGF is quoted to have said that this reasoned decision, among others, is akin to banning all spare parts dealers in the Northern parts of the country and is unconstitutional.

“It is most unfortunate that the AGF is unable to distill issues as expected of a Senior Advocate. Nothing can be more disconcerting.”

This outburst should, ordinarily, not elicit response from reasonable people who know the distinction between a legitimate business that is not in any way injurious and a certain predilection for anarchy.

Clinging to an anachronistic model of animal husbandry, which is evidently injurious to harmonious relationship between the herders and the farmers as well as the local populace, is wicked and arrogant.

Comparing this anachronism, which has led to loss of lives, farmlands and property, and engendered untold hardship on the host communities, with buying and selling of auto parts is not only strange. It, annoyingly, betrays a terrible mindset.

Mr Malami is advised to approach the court to challenge the legality of the Laws of the respective states banning open grazing and decision of the Southern Governor Forum taken in the interest of their people.

We shall be most willing to meet him in court.

The decision to ban open grazing stays. It will be enforced with vigour.

Arakunrin Oluwarotimi O. Akeredolu, SAN

Governor, Ondo State

Politics

Southern Governors Ban On Open Grazing Is Dangerous – Malami

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Nigeria’s Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Mr. Abubakar Malami, has opposed the southern governors’ decision to ban open grazing in their states.

Mr. Malami said such ‘unconstitutional’ resolution is dangerous for the country.

“It is a dangerous provision for any governor in Nigeria to think he can bring any compromise on the freedom and liberty of individuals to move around,” Malami said during an interview on Channels Television‘s Politics Today programme on Wednesday.

“It is about constitutionality within the context of the freedoms expressed in our constitution. Can you deny the rights of a Nigerian?

“For example, it is as good as saying, perhaps, maybe, the northern governors coming together to say they prohibit spare parts trading in the north.”

It would be recalled that, seventeen governors from southern Nigeria met last week resolved to ban open grazing and movement of cattle by foot in the region over cases of kidnappings and killings that have been traced to criminal elements amongst herders.

But Mr. Malami disagrees with the governors, saying their decision is against the constitutional right of freedom of expression for other Nigerians who are herders.

Malami asked, “Does it hold water? Does it hold water for a northern governor to come and state expressly that he now prohibits spare parts trading in the north?”

He advised the governors to first amend the constitution to prohibit open grazing before going ahead with their decision.

“If you are talking of constitutionally guaranteed rights, the better approach to it is to, perhaps, go back to ensure the Constitution is amended.

“Freedom and liberty of movement among others is established by the Constitution. If by an inch you want to have any compromise over it, the better approach is to go back to the National Assembly to say open grazing should be prohibited and see whether you can have the desired support for the constitutional amendment.”

Culled from The Guardian

Politics

Akeredolu Reappoints 4 Former Commissioners

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Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has reappointed four commissioners who served with him during his first tenure.

They are Wale Akinterinwa, Donald Ojogo, Charles Titiloye, and Engineer Raimi Aminu.

The governor said the names have been forwarded to the Ondo State House of Assembly, ODHA, for screening and confirmation.

Meanwhile, the Ondo State House of Assembly, ODHA, says it has received names of four Commissioner Nominees sent by Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu.

The names are contained in a letter addressed to the Speaker, Mr Bamidele Oleyelogun, and signed by the Chief of Staff to the Governor, Chief Olugbenga Ale.

The governor in the letter requested members of the assembly to give urgent approval to the list in view of the need to fast-track the instrumentality of governance.

The speaker, Mr Bamidele Oleyelogun in a statement by the chairman, House Committee on Information, Youth and Sports Development, Mr Olugbenga Omole pledged on behalf of the lawmakers that adequate attention will be given to the letter for quick approval.

Olumide Abudu

Lifestyle

Ondo NUJ Charge Akeredolu On Promises Made

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The Nigeria Union of Journalists, NUJ, Ondo State Council has called on Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu to fulfill his promise of appointing at least one qualified journalist or Information Manager as Permanent Secretary as he kick-starts his second term in office.

While congratulating Mr Akeredolu, and his new deputy, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa on their inauguration to pilot the affairs of the state for another four years, Ondo NUJ urged them to build on successes recorded in the first term. 

The Union while made the plea in a communique issued at the end of its monthly meeting and signed by the State Secretary, Leke Adegbite, directed land subscribers to the NUJ Pen Estate at Osi community near Akure Airport to immediately commence massive development of their land.

The NUJ Congress notes with concern the disturbing rate of insecurity across the country especially the kidnapping of school pupils; and calls on Governor Akeredolu not to relent in empowering Amotekun Corps to tackle security challenges facing Ondo State, while security agencies should up their game against bandits and kidnappers.

Leke Adegbite

Politics

Inauguration: Ondo is on the journey to redemption – Gov Akeredolu

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Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu says the journey to redemption has started for Ondo state with his inauguration for a second term of another four years. 

The governor stated this in his inaugural speech after taking oath of office as the sixth executive governor of Ondo state. 

Mr  Akeredolu was sworn in alongside his deputy, Mr Lucky Ayedatiwa. 

The governor said even though Ondo state had witnessed tremendous progress in the last four years, his administration would not relent in making the state better. 

He promised that insecurity would be tackled headlong, noting that Amotekun corps had in no small measure reduced crime rate in the state. 

Governor Akeredolu also hinted that agriculture would be revolutionized to enhance food security and create job opportunities. 

He appreciated the out-gone exco members for contributing meaningfully to the achievements recorded in the first term. 

Equally, the governor expressed gratitude to the people of Ondo state for their support, promising to work with renewed vigour and more enthusiasm in the second term.

The swearing in ceremony was witnessed by the families of the governor and his deputy, including the governor’s mother Mrs Grace Akeredolu,  National leader of the APC, Bola Tinubu, Elder statesman, Chief Adebisi Akande, other political bigwigs, traditional leaders, captains of industry among others. 

Meanwhile, traders made brisk business at the venue of the inauguration as buying and selling were on within the premises of the dome through the period of the event.

Abiodun/Bardi 

Yoruba

Gomina Akeredolu Ke Gbajare Lori Awon Ton Nwole Silu Lona Aito

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Gomina Ipinle Ondo, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu ti ke gbajare lori bi aleekun se n ba iye awon to n wo ipile naa lona aito latawon enu iloro ori-ile.

O soro yi l’asiko to n’gba alejo Igbakeji Oga-Agba, nilese to nrisi iwole-wode awon eeyan nileyi ekun ZONE F, Dora Amahian, lofisi re nilu Akure.

Zone F yii, lo n mojuto ipinle, Oyo, Osun, Ondo and Ekiti.

Gomina Akeredolu woye pe orile ede Nigeria n padanu ohun pipo nitori awon iwaa odaran latowo awon eeyan to yo wo ile yi lona aito.

Gomina Akeredolu enito daba ibasepo kia-kia laarin awon ajo eleto aabo, wa bebe fun atileyin awon araalu lati wojutu is iwaa kooto awon arin-rinajo tiwon fe sora won di omo onile.

Olurunferanmi Odofin/Elizabeth Idogbe

Politics

Insecurity: Akeredolu Briefs Buhari In Aso Rock

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Chairman of the South-West Governors’ Forum and Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, on Wednesday met with President Muhammadu Buhari at the Presidential Villa, Abuja.

The governor seized the opportunity of the meeting to brief the President as the regards the precarious security situation in the region, especially Ondo state.

“The governor met with the President at a meeting; and it centered on the issue of security concerns in the Southwest, especially in Ondo state.”

“It was a huge opportunity for the governor to put the records straight as regards the erroneous impression that Governor Akeredolu had asked all Fulani and herdsmen to vacate the state.”

“The meeting afforded both leaders a great window to explore ingenious methods to tackle the issue of insecurity in the region.”
“In particular, Governor Akeredolu sought and indeed, obtained the president’s support and encouragement to flush out criminals in the forests of Ondo State.”

“It was a needful meeting and more of such are very likely in the days ahead as the unanimity of purpose against crime gets the desired attention”.

Governor Akeredolu alongside his brother governors from the Southwest region and their colleagues from the Nigeria Governors’ Forum (NGF) met with the leadership of the Miyetti Allah in Akure on Monday.

The meeting was at the instance of the Chairman of the NGF and Governor of Ekiti State, Dr Kayode Fayemi.

At the Monday meeting, both the Leadership of Miyetti Allah and the governors threw their support behind the directive of Governor Akeredolu that all herders occupying the forest reserves illegally should vacate it within seven days or properly get registered.

Aside, the meeting also affirmed the ban on night and underaged grazing and also outlawed the presence of cows in cities and highways.

Signed
Donald Ojogo
Commissioner for Information and Orientation
Ondo State
January 27, 2021

Yoruba

Gomina Akeredolu Jeje Atileyin Re Fun Ile Ise Omo Ologun

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Gomina Oluwarotimi Akeredolu ti Ipinle Ondo ti jeje atileyin gbogbo igba fun ile ise Ologun 32 Artillery Brigade to wa ni Owena nilu Akure nidi kikapa iwa odaran nipinle naa.

Gomina Akeredolu soro atileyin yin lasiko to n gbalejo oga agba tuntun ti won sese gbe wa Brigadier General Raymond Utasaba lofisi re.

Gomina gboriyin fun ile ise omo ologun fun ipa ribiribi ti won nko lori oro aabo ni ipinle naa.

O war o ogagun tuntun naa lati fowosowopo pelu awon ajo eleto aabo yoku lati tubo kappa iwa odaran.

Saaju ni Oga to nkuro nibe, Brigadier General Zakare Abubakar ti moriri atileyin ijoba ipinle naa fun ile ise omo ologun ni paapajulo fun awon opo awon to subu loju ija to wa beere fun iru atileyin bee feni to gba ipo lowo re.

Gomina Akeredolu tun gbalejo igbakeji oga agba fun ile ise olopa tuntun fun ekun ketadinlogun to wa fun ipinle Ondo ati Ekiti, Ogagun Isaac Akinmoyede.

Nigbati on fi aidunu re han lori isele ijinigbe, idigun jale, ifipabani lopo ati iwa janduku to ti di toro fonkale nipinle Ondo, Ogbeni Akinmoyede beere fun ifowosowopo laarin awon olopa awon ajo eleto aabo yoku ati awon ara ilu lati lee yanju awon isoro wonyi.

 Olorunferanmi Odofin/Oluwayemisi Dada

Security

New AIG Zone 17 Visits Akeredolu, Promises Improved Security

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The new Assistant Inspector General of Police, AIG Zone 17, in charge of Ondo-Ekiti State, Mr Isaac Akinmoyede says the security agency will bring down the crime rate in Ondo State.

He gave the assurance during a courtesy visit to Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu in Akure, the Ondo State capital.

The new AIG who decried the rampant cases of robbery, kidnapping, raping and banditry in the state, however, sought the collaboration among the Police, the sister security agencies and members of the public to address the menace.

AIG Akinmoyede who also appealed to Ondo State government to be of assistance expressed his readiness to work with the local security outfits to get the suspected criminals arrested for the residents to sleep with both eyes closed.

Describing the security of lives and property as the major responsibility of government, Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu was optimistic that Amotekun Corps would be of great assistance to the police in the zone.

Governor Akeredolu who pledged his continued support for the police reemphasized on the multi-level policing and to allow the newly trained police constabularies to work with Amotekun Corps following the upsurge of criminalities especially in the forests.

Mr Akinmoyede is replacing the pioneer Assistant Inspector-General of Police of the Zone, Mr David Folawiyo.

Olorunferanmi Odofin

Security

Akeredolu Receives New Commander Of Owena Cantonment

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Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has pledged his continual support for the 32 Artillery Brigade, Owena Cantonment in Akure with a view to combating crime in Ondo State.

Governor Akeredolu made the pledge while receiving the newly posted Brigade Commander, Brigadier General Raymond Utsaha in his office.

The governor commended Nigerian Army for the immense contributions to the security of the state.

Governor Akeredolu, however, encouraged the new Brigade Commander to cooperate with all sister security agencies to further nip crime in the bud.

Earlier, the former Brigade Commander, 32 Artillery Brigade, Brigadier General Zakare Abubakar, who recognized the state government’s support to the military especially on the care for widows of the fallen heroes sought similar cooperation for his successor, Brigadier General Raymond Utsaha.

Brigadier General Abubakar attributed his transfer to the expiration of his two-year tenure in Owena Cantonment.

Olorunferanmi Odofin

Politics

Herdsmen’s Eviction: I stand with Akeredolu’s decision – Sen. Tofowomo

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 …Advises genuine herdsmen to vacate the forests and go for proper registration as directed. 

The Senator representing Ondo South Senatorial District, Nicholas Tofowomo, has declared total support for Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu’s decision directing all the herdsmen to vacate Ondo State forest reserves in his bid to separate genuine businessmen from criminals in the forest.

The senator has however advised the governor to take a step further by making it a law.

Senator Tofowomo said: “I join my voice with all the positive and good people of Ondo State and also congratulate Gov. Oluwarotimi Akeredolu for taking a very good decision against the criminal activities of some Fulani herdsmen that are holding us to ransom in Ondo State.”

“While declaring my total support for the decision of the governor to evict criminals from our forest reserves with the registration of genuine herdsmen and farmers who are into businesses in Ondo State, I urge him to take a step further by making it a law.”

“He should package a law to the Ondo State House of Assembly to put an end to banditry, and kidnapping being orchestrated by the bad eggs among the Fulanis who are hiding under the guise of herdsmen.”

“With that, criminals would be separated from those doing genuine businesses in Ondo State. It is only a bandit that would support a bandit and it is only a kidnapper that would support a kidnapper.”

“I stand with Mr Governor on his decision. And I advise all the genuine herdsmen to vacate the forest reserves and obey the governor’s directive by going through the appropriate ministry for registration.”

Signed

Akinrinlola Olumide,

Special Assistant, Media & Publicity,

To the Senator. January 23, 2021.

Religion

We will execute more people-oriented projects – Gov. Akeredolu

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Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu says his second term will be committed to the execution of more works to move Ondo State forward.

Governor Akeredolu stated this during the 2021 Prayer Summit of the Ondo State chapter of the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, at the First Baptist Church in Akure.

The governor who was represented by his Chief of Staff, Chief Olugbenga Ale, noted that more people-oriented projects such as bitumen exploration would add greatly to the state’s value when executed.

The governor admitted that prayers of CAN had really assisted government and urged the spiritual leaders to continue to pray for good governance.

Speaking at the prayer summit with the theme, “More Than Conquerors” the Ondo State CAN Chairman, Reverend Doctor Ayo Oladapo described the summit which started four years ago as an annual event to hand over the government and the state to God.

In attendance were top government functionaries including the Secretary to the State Government, SSG, Mr Temitayo Oluwatuyi, the Chief Judge, Justice Olanrewaju Akeredolu and the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Deaconess Lola Fagbemi.

Olorunferanmi Odofin

Yoruba

Ileese Aare Sekilo F’awon Ijoba Ipinle Lori Siso Oro To Le Domi Alafia Ilu Ru

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Ileese Aare ti se koriya fawon Ijoba Ipinle, lati koju ija si gbogbo iwa odaran, a mo ki won ma te oju eto eni eyi ti awon daran-daran ni mole n’ipinle won.

Oludamoran pataki si Aare Muhammadu Buhari lori iroyin atoro tokan aralu gbongbon, Mallam Garba Sheu lo soro yi ninu atejade kan, to fisita lori igbese eyi ti Gomina Ipinle Ondo, Ogbeni Oluwarotimi Akeredolu gbe nipa fifun awon darandaran ni gbedeke lati ko aasa won kuro ninu igbo to je t’ipinle ohun.

Atejade naa so siwaju pe, yio nira fun Ogbeni Akeredolu lati tikara re le, ogunlogo awon darandaran ti won tii gbe gbogbo ojo aye won n’ipinle na, nitoripe awon odaran kan n sa pamo sinu igbo ohun lati fi huwa ibaje.

Ileese Aare ko sai fikun pe, eto abo to mehe ki se ti igun tabi egbe kankan.

Net/Ololade Afonja