No community will be left behind in my administration’s development plans – Aiyedatiwa

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has restated his administration’s commitment to ensure that that no community will be left behind in ongoing development plans.

The Governor gave the assurance on Sunday during a thanksgiving service at the Chapel of the Annunciation, Archbishop Vining College of Theology, Oke-Emeso, Akure, held to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary.

He noted that while his administration had achieved a lot in recent months, governance for him had only just begun.

The Governor stressed that his government was anchored on service, accountability and progress, with projects already impacting different sectors. He added that more initiatives would be unveiled under his administration’s Ease Agenda.

On Nigeria’s Independence, Aiyedatiwa said the celebration was beyond symbolic flag ceremonies, describing it as a reminder of unity, freedom, responsibility and sacrifice.

He emphasised the need for collective action in tackling insecurity, stating that government alone cannot shoulder the burden.

According to him, Security is the primary duty of government, but it is everybody’s business. Citizens’ participation is very key.

The Governor commended the role of the Church in promoting peace and morality, while applauding President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for what he described as revolutionary reforms and infrastructural development.

Earlier in his sermon, the Chairman of the Board of Vining College and Bishop of Ijesa North Diocese, Rt Rev. Joseph Olusola, called for national repentance, unity and renewed moral values, urging leaders to invest in youth empowerment, education and jobs.

Also speaking, the Rector and Vicar of the College, Ven. Dr Moses Adetunbi, praised the Governor for infrastructural projects across the state and for the prompt payment of salaries and pensions.

Special prayers were later offered for the Governor, his cabinet and the people of Ondo State by Bishop Michael Ipinmoye, former Bishop of the Anglican Communion.

Dignitaries at the service included Deputy Governor Olayide Adelami, Speaker of the State House of Assembly Olamide Oladiji, Secretary to the State Government Dr Taiwo Fasoranti, Chief of Staff Prince Olusegun Omojuwa, cabinet members, lawmakers and