Sam Philip
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has promised the people of Akungba-Akoko that he would dualise the main road in the town.
He also said an overhead pedestrian bridge would be constructed by his administration to bring to a stop incessant killing of pedestrians in the town by vehicles.
Aiyedatiwa made the promises while responding the challenges of the residents who he interacted with while returning from Ikare-Akoko where he went to flag off his governorship campaign for the Northern senatorial district on Monday.
According to a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan, the governor made the promises “In a move to curb the incessant accidents along the major road at Akungba-Akoko in Akoko South West local government area of Ondo State.
The Governor had an interaction with market women and youths of the community on his way from his senatorial campaign rally at Ikare Akoko in Akoko North East local government area.
The Governor stressed that the government had in the last few months considered various options before settling for the dualisation of the road and the overhead bridge.
According to him, the dualisation of the road will start from Ikare-Akoko and run through the frontage of the main gate of the Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko.
The Governor and the Deputy Governor, Dr Olayide Adelami, had led chieftains of the All Progressives Congress (APC) to the flag off of the Northern senatorial district leg of the party’s gubernatorial campaign at Ikare Akoko.
Addressing the mammoth crowd, Governor Aiyedatiwa called on the people to vote for APC in the coming November 16 governorship election, emphasizing that the future of Ondo State depends on the continuity of the party’s developmental agenda.
He said: “The love and support you have shown me and our great party stem from the progress you have witnessed. You see the difference, and you want that progress to continue.
“In every sector of our society, the government has intervened. We owe no salaries to our workers; in fact, salaries are paid before or on the 25th of every month.
“We are recruiting more teachers for both primary and secondary schools because we understand that our children are the leaders of tomorrow, and they deserve a solid education.”
The Governor also mentioned the significant efforts his administration has made in constructing and renovating schools, as well as efforts made in security, health, agriculture and infrastructure.
“We are building roads, securing our communities, and making sure our farmers can thrive. This is the work we must continue.
“On November 16, I urge everyone gathered here and those who are not present to convert your support into votes for the APC to ensure the continuation of our significant progress in the state.”
In his address, the Deputy Governor, Dr. Olayide Adelami, who is also Aiyedatiwa’s running mate, told the crowd the importance of continuity in governance.
He said: “Our state has witnessed remarkable development under Governor Aiyedatiwa’s leadership. But we must not stop here, we need to push forward for even greater accomplishments.
“The coming election is not just about electing a governor, it’s about safeguarding our future and the progress we have made.
“I encourage every single one of you to vote, not just for the APC, but for the continued development of our state. Your vote will ensure we can build on the achievements of today and create a brighter tomorrow for our children.”
Also, the APC State Chairman, Engr. Ade Adetimehin, congratulated the people of Akoko for their support, saying, “You have made the right choice by standing with Governor Aiyedatiwa. Under this current government, Aiyedatiwa has made developmental infrastructure a top priority, and this is a government that cares about the people.”
Hon. Abiola Makinde, a member of House of Representatives representing Ondo East/West federal constituency and Director-General of APC Campaign Council emphasised that Governor Aiyedatiwa Is a proven and reliable leader who is giving premium priority to polices and programmes that will enhance the development of the State.
Earlier, the Governor had inaugurated two projects facilitated by the Ondo State CARES initiative: a science laboratory at the Community Comprehensive High School, Akungba and a basic health center constructed by Okusa Community in Akungba, with the support of the Ondo State Community and Social Development Agency.
The senatorial district campaign will be rounded off on Wednesday in Ondo south, at Government Field in Ore, Odigbo Local government area.