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Akeredolu’s legacy will endure forever -Tinubu

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By Isaac Afolabi

President Bola Tinubu says the void left by late Former Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu will be difficult to fill and his legacies will endure forever.

The President spoke when he visited the ancient town of Owo in Owo local government area of Ondo State.

President Tinubu was received in Akure the state capital by Ondo State governor, Mr Lucky Ayedatiwa who led the President to Owo town to commiserate with the Monarch and people of the town over the passing of the former governor.

Our correspondent reports that at the Olowo palace, the President said it was honourable to depart the world when the ovation is loudest.

He acknowledged the courage and fearless nature of the late governor especially his passion for good governance.

The Olowo, Oba Ajibade Ogunoye, conveyed heartfelt appreciation to the president for his visit.

He described the former governor as a true democrat, highlighting his unwavering commitment to democratic principles and practices. 

The monarch expressed gratitude to Governor Aiyedatiwa, acknowledging and commending the governor’s significant efforts in orchestrating a befitting burial ceremony for the late governor.

Dignitaries in attendance included the Ondo state Deputy Governor, Dr Olayide Adelami, Speaker House of Assembly, Chief Olamide Oladiji, Chief of Staff to the Governor, Prince Segun Omojuwa and traditional rulers across the state.

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Politics

Akeredolu Lauds S/Court Verdict on Tinubu’s Victory

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By Isaac Afolabi

The Chairman, Southwest Governors’ Forum and Ondo State Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has hailed the Supreme Court’s ruling dismissing the petitions challenging President Bola Tinubu’s election.

Governor Akeredolu described the verdict as a triumph for democracy and a testament to the overwhelming support given the APC and President Tinubu by the electorate.

He however noted that the arduous 8-month legal journey enriched the nation’s jurisprudence and deepened democratic values.

The Governor called on political stakeholders to sheath their swords and allow the President to focus on delivering his “Renewed Hope” Agenda.

He then asked President Tinubu and his Vice, Kashim Shettima, Governor to set aside distractions and concentrate on the task of rescuing the nation.

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Crime

Amotekun Dismisses Four Officers

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The Commander of the Ondo State Security Network Agency also known as Amotekun Corps, Adetunji Adeleye, has said the corps had zero tolerance for indiscipline among its officers and men.

This is just as he said the corps had dismissed four of its officers who violated its rules and regulations.

Adeleye, who is also the Special Adviser to the Governor on Security Matters, disclosed this while speaking with journalists in Akure, the state capital, on Wednesday.

“We have summarily dismissed four erring officers who ran afoul of the laws and rules guiding the operation of the corps while several others had been sent to detention centres to ensure that they conform to the norms and standard operational practice of the organisation,” he said.

Adeleye added that the corps arrested about 7,000 criminals in over two years of its existence.

The commander also disclosed that 1,500 of the arrested criminals had been charged in court.

He said, “Other sister security agencies – the Army, the police and the Department of State Services- are giving us support. The DSS has often assisted us in getting the requisite geo-location of kidnap victims and suspects.

“All these coupled with our local intellect and unconventional methods had assisted us in arresting to date, well over 7,000 suspected criminals in the last two years, out of which 1,500 of them have been charged to court.

“We have even secured judgment of very many of them. At a time when the turnout of criminals was becoming unmanageable for the judiciary, the administration of Oluwarotimi Akeredolu graciously approved the building of two courts to assist the judiciary in the prompt dispensation of justice”.

He also noted that the hitherto incessant crisis between farmers and herdsmen in the state had reduced by over 95 per cent in the last two years.

He added, “By the time we took off, within two weeks, we received over 5,000 petitions on herders/farmers clashes. It was becoming impossible for farmers to go to their farms for fear of herders molesting, kidnapping, maiming or killing them. It was becoming very difficult for civil servants to board taxis across the town without being kidnapped, molested or robbed in daylight. The worse was climbing on Okada.

“The first area of attack by Amotekun was the herders/farmers clashes. We started with mass public enlightenment that farmers have the right to plant and herders the right to rear their cows but they don’t have the right to infringe on the business of the other one. After this, we called the meeting of the Miyetti Allah group in the state and in the South West and we explained the position of the corps, giving a deadline after which we announced that we will commence enforcement.”

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Politics

Gov. Akeredolu Prepares Return from Medical Leave

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By Isaac Afolabi

Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State is ready and in high spirits to return home after a medical leave.

The governor made this known in a statement he released on his state of health.

He said he was full of joy over the unprecedented display of genuine affection and solidarity describing it as a soothing balm.

Gov Akeredolu was equally grateful for the ceaseless outpouring of prayers, love and messages of goodwill for his full recovery.

He disclosed that he was on the path of recovery having faith in the expertise of his doctors and would return soon with the approval of his medical handlers.

The governor had been rumoured to have died while receiving treatment for an undisclosed ailment but this had often been debunked by the state government.

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Economy

Ondo to Partner Stakeholders on Cocoa Production

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By Isaac Afolabi

Ondo state will soon reclaim its position in quality cocoa production in the country. 

Governor  Oluwarotimi Akeredolu mentioned this when playing host to the Ondo State Cocoa Council delegation led by the chairman, Dr. Olusegun Awolumate.

The Governor said that the state was ready to work with relevant stakeholders for improved Cocoa production and a better economy.

According to the governor,  the time has come for the State to be recognized for what it is, just as he promised to work with the incoming administration of the President-elect Senator Bola Tinubu to achieve the desired results. 

Earlier, the Chairman of the Ondo State Cocoa Council, Dr. Olusegun Awolumate said that the Cocoa sector had the desired potential to become the state’s economic lifeline as it did in the sixties during the defunct Western Region of Nigeria.

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Security

Akeredolu Assists 86 Widows of Fallen Heroes

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Eighty six widows of fallen heroes and legionnaires in Ondo State have benefited from the sixteen million naira non-interest loan given out by the government.

Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu announced this during the Armed Forces and Remembrance Day Celebration at the Cenotaph in Akure.

Announcing the donation, Governor Akeredolu represented by Deputy Governor, Lucky Ayedatiwa charged government functionaries and other corporate organisations to donate generously, cash and valuables to legionnaires and families of fallen heroes.

He commended the gallant effort of the Nigerian military in protecting the territorial integrity of the country and its peacekeeping missions across the country encouraging the officers and men never to relent in their contributions to national growth.

The widows expressed gratitude to the government and promised to make judicious use of the funds.

Two of them Mrs Victoria Adekunle and Veronika Adegbehingbe who were emotional in their responses said the fund would go a long way to support their businesses.

The commander 32 Artillery Brigade, Brigadier General Muktar Adamu Akure led other military heads to the colourful ceremony.

Highlights of the event included gun salute, release of colourful balloons and laying of wreaths by both civilian and military heads present

Isaac Afolabi

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Politics

2023: Akeredolu Presents 272 Billion Naira Budget

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Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has presented an estimated budget of N 272.736 billion naira to the State House of Assembly for the 2023 fiscal year.

The budget tagged ‘budget of shared prosperity according to Governor Akeredolu is higher than the 2022 budget by over one hundred and ninety-nine billion naira.

It has a recurrent expenditure of a little above N129 billion naira representing 47.38% of the budget, capital expenditure of 143 billion naira representing 53% of the budget and is aimed at establishing the necessary framework for a robust mining and solid minerals sector, improving the road network in urban and rural areas, enhances security as well as improve the quantity, quality and access to safe water for domestic, commercial and industrial uses.

The budget, according to Governor Akeredolu has an estimated revenue of 272.736 billion naira which would be funded majorly from the statutory allocation, vat, grants, and IGR among others making it a  balanced budget for the 2023 fiscal year.

Governor Akeredolu disclosed that the 2023 budget objectives and targets were geared towards peace and security, improving quality education at all levels, and democratising access to health care by sustained improvement in the efficiency of the healthcare delivery system and infrastructure among others for the benefit of the state.

Similarly,  Governor. Akeredolu said the budget would adhere to policies and ensure fiscal discipline while at the same time exploiting the full potential of the economy, ensuring that products from agricultural and industrial activities have access to markets locally and Internationally.

Responding, Speaker, Mr Bamidele Oleyelogun commended the governor for the efforts to steadily bridge the gap of infrastructure in the state.

Mr Oleyelogun promised that the house would commit the appropriation bill to proper scrutiny and pass within the frame of time

Augustina Okinedo

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Politics

ODHA Clears 2 Commissioner Nominees

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The Ondo State House of Assembly has cleared the appointment of two commissioner nominees sent to it by Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu.

They are Mr Akinwumi Sowore and Mr Joseph Ologbese.

The nominees had earlier appeared before the Selection Committee of the House for screening.

While presenting the report of the Selection Committee at plenary, the Deputy Speaker, Samuel Aderoboye observed that nominees we’re found to be competent to serve as Commissioners in the state.

Akeredolu had on 24th june nominated the new commissioners-designate to replace Mr Donald Ojogo and Mr Adeboyega Adefarati who resigned their appointments to contest elective positions

In a remark , the Speaker, Mr Oleyelogun Bamidele enjoined them to work with the state governor to enhance the delivery of democracy dividends to the people of the state.

Responding , Mr Akinwumi Sowore and Mr Joseph Ologbese pledged to join hands with the governor to impact positively on the lives of the people and add value to the instrumentality of governance .

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Security

Ondo Begins Fresh Registration of Okada Operators

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As part of measures to further strengthen the security of lives and property of residents, the Ondo state government has commenced registration of commercial motorcycles popularly called Okada in all the eighteen council areas.

The Senior Special Assistant to Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu on strategy and special duties, Dr. Doyin Odebowale announced this in Akure.

Dr Odebowale emphasized the need for a new registration after the one started in 2018 based on the need to address the influx of motorcyclists into the state and as well check the rate of crime allegedly perpetrated on a daily basis by okada riders.

He explained that the biometric registration would cover the use of jackets, tickets, and color codes for each senatorial district for proper identification at the cost of two thousand five hundred naira .

Dr Odebowale added that all motorcycles without number plates would be impounded.

Isaac Afolabi

 

Economy

Ondo Workers Demand Better Welfare

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Labour leaders in Ondo State converged on Akure the state capital to celebrate this year’s worker’s day with an appeal that governments prioritize the welfare of the labour force.

Members clad in different uniforms sang solidarity songs as they marched to receive the salute of Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu.

In a message to the occasion, the National President of NLC and TUC , Comrades Ayuba Wabba and Olaleye Quadri represented by Ondo State NLC Secretary , Comrade Kehinde Shado urged the workforce to join politics to better their lives.

In separate addresses, Ondo State NLC and TUC Chairmen , Comrades Sunday Adeleye and Helen Odofin represented by NLC Vice Chairman , Comrade Victor Amoko who commended Governor Akeredolu for his efforts in ensuring security of lives in Ondo State also demanded prompt payment of workers arrears and salaries.

Addressing the workers, Governor Akeredolu represented by the commissioner for finance Mr Wale Akinterinwa challenged the workers to be involved in the redeemed agenda of the government.

Governor Akeredolu also urged the workers to take good care of their health being the productive sector of the state.

This year worker’s day celebration was celebrated with the theme : labour, politics and quest for good governance and development in Nigeria.

Isaac Afolabi

Education

NYSC Sanctions 27 Corp Members in Ondo for Misconduct

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The National Youths Service Corps, NYSC, has sanctioned twenty-seven 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 II, Corps members held in Akure, the state capital.

Represented by an Assistant Director of the scheme, Mrs   Adejoke Fashola, Mrs Ani explained that out of the number, 13 corps members would have their service year extended for various misdemeanours while 14 others would have their service year repeated for absconding from service.

The Coordinator, however, pointed out that a Corps member, Victor Onwuemene would be rewarded with state honour and two 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 and rudeness if they wanted to achieve in life.

In a remark, Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu urged the corps members to always render assistance to security agencies for a safer society.

Represented by the Commissioner for Sports and Youths Development, Chief Dele Ologun, Governor Akeredolu gave the assurance that the state government would always provide security to corps members who chose to stay behind.

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Energy

Gov. Akeredolu Warns Petrol Dealers Against Hoarding

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Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has again warned petrol dealers in the state to stop hoarding the product and sell at the approved pump price.

The governor gave the warning while on an unscheduled inspection to a filling station suspected to be hoarding the product in Oke- Aro area of Akure.

Governor Akeredolu who was in the company of the state special task force frowned at the action saying such had caused untold hardship to the people.

The leader of the task force and special assistant to governor Akeredolu on special duties, Dr Doyin Odebowale alleged the owner of the filling station of hoarding the product and also dispensing it to residents above the approved pump price.

After confirming the availability of the product, governor Akeredolu directed the sale of the petrol at the approved pump price of one hundred and sixty five naira per litre to the public.

Isaac Afolabi

Sport

FRCN Staff Receives Award For Sports Development

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Radio Nigeria Sports Reporter Isaac Afolabi of Positive FM, AKure has been honoured with an award for sports development by the wife of Ondo State governor, Mrs Betty Anyanwu – Akeredolu

The award is in recognition of Afolabi’s effort in promoting and organising the annual basketball summer tournament for children in Ondo State.

The governor’s wife instituted the award as part of activities marking the 3rd summit of the Foundation of wives of Ondo State Officials and Female Political Appointees, FOWOSO held in Akure the Ondo State capital.

The wife of the governor said individuals who devoted all time to children cause especially girl child should be recognized and commended.

Presenting the award to Mr. Afolabi, the deputy governor of Ondo state, Mr. lucky Ayedatiwa encouraged him not to relent in giving back to the children via sports and education saying such gesture would help in harvesting talents for the state and country in the nearest future.

In a remark, Mr. Afolabi appreciated Radio Nigeria for instilling the culture of reaching out to the people at the grassroots saying his passion for sports and education among children was to expose them to stardom.

Dignitaries at the colourful ceremony included Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, captains of industry including Mr. Jimoh Ibrahim and other well-meaning Nigerians.

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Health

Drug Expert Throws Weight Behind Medicinal Use Of Cannabis

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A drugs Expert and immediate past National Chairman of the Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN), Samuel Adekola has expressed support for an advocacy by the Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, for medicinal use of cannabis.

The Expert insisted the governor’s call was lawful and urged shareholders to have a rethink on the urgent need to adopt cannabis for medicinal use.

Mr Adekola who spoke in Akure with our staff Reporter Leke Adegbite, pointed out that various international bodies had also taken a position that was in line with Akeredolu’s advocacy.

The former ACPN National President urged the National Drugs Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA to activate the laws that allow medicinal use of cannabis in the interest of the nation and her people.

Mr Adekola however kicked against recreational use of cannabis and smoking of the product should remain prohibited.

Adenitan Akinola

Sport

Atiku, Akeredolu, Obaseki In Ibadan For Unveiling Of Remodeled Lekan Salami

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Former Vice-President Abubakar Atiku, chairman of the South-West Governors’ Forum, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu and his Edo State counterpart, Governor Godwin Obaseki as well as the President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, will join the Governor of Oyo State, ‘Seyi Makinde, to officially unveil the remodeled Lekan Salami Sports Complex, Adamasingba, Ibadan, on Wednesday 1st of September, 2021.

Other notable Nigerians expected at the event are a former Military Administrator of Oyo State during whose regime the Lekan Salami Stadium was initiated, General David Jemibewon (rtd), former governor of the state and the Osi Olubadan of Ibadanland, High Chief Rashidi Ladoja and a former Super Eagles coach, Chief Adegboye Onigbinde.

A statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr. Taiwo Adisa, indicates that the event will feature a novelty match between ex-Shooting Stars players 94/98 set and former Super Eagles players 94/96 set as well as a friendly match between the Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC) and NK Tabor Sezana, a top Slovenian league side.

The statement maintains that Teni, Taye Currency and QDot will perform live at the unveiling ceremony, adding that the remodeled Lekan Salami Stadium is coming to life exactly one year after it was awarded to Peculiar Ultimate Concerns Limited through the Alternative Project Funding Approach (APFA).

According to the statement, the project included the remodeling of the main bowl, construction of a state-of-the-art media centre and a FIFA-standard studio with equipment, construction of FIFA-standard mixed zone including changing rooms, wet rooms, match officials’ rooms, referees’ rooms, doping control room, youth centre/ball boys’ room, clinic and others.

The new Lekan Salami Stadium is completed with modern floodlights, a remodeled Squash Hall, a new 50 metres by 30 metres multipurpose hall for Basketball, Volleyball, Handball and gymnasium as well as a Centre Court.

Speaking during the award of the project, Governor Makinde had maintained that the remodeling of the stadium is targeted at repositioning the state to attract investments, especially in the lucrative sports sector.

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Transportation

Ondo Taxi Drivers Get Ultimatum For Cab Registration

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Taxi drivers in Ondo State have been given three months ultimatum to register their cabs. 

The Senior Special Assistant to Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu on Special Duties and Strategy, Dr. Doyin Odebowale gave the directive while addressing newsmen in Akure, the state capital

Dr. Odebowale said the registration for each cab would take two thousand naira with the state information technology agency, SITA

The Governor’s special Assistant hinged the new cab registration on the alleged security lapses on the account of some fraudulent cab drivers in the state

He said temporary stickers would be boldly imprinted on vehicles with identity cards to the registered drivers while the private vehicles serving as cabs would be impounded

Dr. Odebowale also urged passengers to always patronize the registered cabs noting that the move was to secure lives and property from  criminally minded people masquerading as cab operators. 

In a remark, Permanent Secretary Ministry of Transportation, Mr. Kayode Ogundele enjoined the public to cooperate with government in this regards.

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Security

Sasa : Gov. Akeredolu Calls for Cessation of Violence

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Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has called for cessation of hostilities following the violence between Hausa and Yoruba communities that rocked sasa market in Ibadan, Oyo State.

This is contained in a Press Statement made available to the media.The governor, who is also Chairman, Southwest Governors Forum, urged aggrieved parties not to take laws into their hands.

 

Politics

Ondo Governorship Election Tribunal Adjourns Till February 25th

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The Ondo State Governorship Election petition tribunal sitting in Akure has adjourned till February 25, 2021 for the commencement of final written process.

The presiding judge, Justice Abubakar Umar granted the request of parties concerned in the petitions in order to source for relevant records and reply of points of law that would aid the proceedings.

Justice Umar after considering the request of the respondents and petitioners deemed it necessary in view of the circumstances surrounding it.

In the course of the day’s sitting, Counsel to the petitioner, Mr Onyeachi Ikpeazu had cross examined witness of the 3rd and 4th respondents, Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu and his elected deputy, Mr Lucky Ayedatiwa on the role played by the caretaker chairman of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Mai Mama Buni.

Also during the proceeding, one of the counsels to the 2nd respondents, the APC, Chief Olusola Oke cross examined the witness to the 3rd and 4th respondents.

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Politics

Ondo Election Tribunal: PDP Closes Its Case, INEC Asks For More Time To Study Petition

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The People’s Democratic Party, PDP and its candidate in the Ondo 2020 October 10 Governorship election, Eyitayo Jegede have closed their case before the State Election Petitions Tribunals sitting in Akure.

Counsel to the petitioners, Mr Onyechi Ikpeazu said they had opted to narrow their case to the evidences presented before the court.

Jegede and the PDP had listed over 400 witnesses and many exhibits with additional nine days to defend their case.

Mr Ikpeazu said his clients are no longer interested in calling further witnesses aside from Jegede who was in the witness box on Tuesday, leaving out 399 witnesses uncalled.

Counsel to the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, Mr Charles Edosomwan prayed the court for time to further study the petitions and be able to open their defence.

Counsel to the All Progressives Congress, APC, Lateef Fagbemi, that of Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu and the Deputy Governor-elect Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Akin Olujimi did not oppose the prayer of INEC.

Further hearing has been adjourned till next Tuesday to enable the first respondent, INEC to open their defence.

Leke Adegbite

Education

Punishment awaits teachers engaging students in menial jobs: Ondo Govt.

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Any teacher caught involving students in menial jobs in Ondo State shall henceforth be sanctioned

The Senior Special Assistant to Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu on special Duties and Strategy, Dr. Doyin Odebowale gave the warning while briefing government house correspondents in Akure

Dr.  Odebowale alleged that some teachers were fond of either sending students to their houses for cooking or private farms for farming

The SSA pointed out that such habit was contrary to teaching ethics as it could drag the state’s education backwards.

He maintained that the office of the special duties was ready to prosecute any teacher found abusing the students under any disguise

Dr. Odebowale however assured committed teachers in the state of adequate rewards.

Olorunferanmi Odofin

Politics

Akeredolu, Wife Vote in Owo, Describe election Rancour-Free

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Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has voted in today’s Governorship election in Ondo state.

Governor Akeredolu who voted at about quarter to ten this morning alongside his wife Betty, at ward five, unit six, Ijebu two, in Owo, his hometown expressed optimism that God would favour him in the exercise.

The governor who described the exercise as rancor-free however decried the morning downpour which later dropped to drizzling in the ancient town.

Accreditation and voting commenced between eight and nine as soon as the rain subsided in the 213 polling units with 11 wards in the council area.

Security officials were fully on the ground while the elders, security agents and electoral officials all abided by COVID-19 protocols.

Meanwhile, the pregnant women, the physically challenged and the elderly people were accorded priority in the election.

Olorunferanmi Odofin

Politics

Senate Calls for Proper Conduct of Ondo Governorship Poll

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The Senate has called for a level playing field in the conduct of the October 10, 2020 Governorship election in Ondo State.

The chairman, Senate Committee on INEC, Senator Ibrahim Gaya made call while on assessment visit to the Commission’s office in Akure ahead of the Guber poll.

Senator Gaya urged the electoral body to take a cue from the peaceful and transparent conduct of the Governorship election in Edo State.

Senator Gaya expressed concern on three local government areas, with high number of people who are yet to collect their permanent voter card, PVCs.

The Senate Committee Chairman also made case for procurement of extra smart card readers in view of the fire incident that gutted a makeshift office housing more than five thousand card readers.

Earlier in a welcome address, INEC Resident Electoral Commissioner in Ondo State, Ambassador Rufus Akeju said the commission was prepared for a free fair and acceptable election.

Ambassador Akeju noted that necessary things had been put in place to ensure hitch-free election.

Olumide Abudu

Politics

Ondo APC Guber Campaign to Kick-Off in September

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The All Progressives Congress, APC, will flag off its campaign in the first week of September ahead of the Ondo State governorship election slated for October tenth of this year.

Governor Rotimi Akeredolu made this known during the party’s meeting in Akure.

Mr Akeredolu encouraged the APC leaders to use the Saturday’s local government elections to confirm the APC’s popularity ahead the governorship election in the state.

The governor said his reelection bid was to pave the way to continuity, smooth governance and more space for party members to participate in the state’s development.

Governor Akeredolu made case for the sustenance of the reconciliation process and its extension to both local government, wards and unit levels to ensure the party’s victory in October polls.

Olorunferanmi Odofin

Religion

Sallah: Akeredolu Sues for Peace and Love among All

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Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu wants Muslim faithful in Ondo State to see the essence of Eid-el-Kabir festival beyond merrymaking.

In a statement by the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Media and Publicity, Mr Ojo Oyewamide, Mr Akeredolu enjoins the faithful to imbibe the religious festival’s lessons in their daily activities.

Governor Akeredolu describes Eid-el-Kabir’s key lesson as total obedience to the commands of Allah as shown by the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his only son on Mount Moriah.

Governor Akeredolu, who tags the rewards of Prophet Ibrahim’s obedience as mercy and grace, says apart from teaching faith, trust and total submission to the will of Allah, Eid-el-Kabir is also about peace, the habit of sharing with the needy and showing love towards humanity.

He also enjoins them to support efforts of his government to halt the spread of Covid-19 pandemic in the state by observing all the prescribed precautionary measures.

On the October 10th Gubernatorial election in the state, the governor urges them to continue to pray for peace and also calls for religious harmony between the Muslim faithful and their Christian brothers.

Olorunferanmi Odofin