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  • Message Of Appreciation From The Media Campaign Organization Of Ondo Central Senator Elect, Adeniyi Adegbonmire ( San)

    On behalf of the Senator Elect, Ondo Central Senatorial District, Adeniyi Adegbonmire ( SAN ), we celebrate the triumph not just of a candidate but of the will of God and the people that has been heard in the just concluded primary election of our great party,The All Progressives Congress.

    To  all those who supported our campaign, we are humbled by the trust and confidence you have in us.

    We want to assure you that all the promises made during the campaign were not just mere words but adequate steps will be taken to actualize them.

    Specially we want to thank the State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu (SAN) for enabling a level playing ground among the contestants which we believe in no doubt led to our victory .

    We equally extend out thanks and appreciation to the State Working Committee of our great party under the leadership of Engr. Ade Adetimehin for not only playing an active role but for ensuring stability and openness during the screening process.

    To all the delegates across the six Local Governments in Ondo Central Senatorial District, we are exceeding grateful for your trust and confidence in casting your votes for Adeniyi Adegbonmire (SAN) in anticipation for qualitative representative in the next four years .

    This appreciation will not be completed if we failed to appreciate the efforts of other co- contestants in securing the party’s ticket, we want to reiterate that the game of politics should be a game of sports where loosers shake hands with the winners.

    Now, that the election is over, this is the time to be united as a party so that we can generally rebuild our economy, create jobs and improve the standard of living of our people.

    To all party faithfuls and constituents, the Senator Elect highest commitment is to  be your voice in the Red Chamber so that we can achieved our shared goal.

    The Senator Elect, Adeniyi Adegbonmire ( SAN ) will work day and night to make sure your concern are heard and addressed as timely as possible by ensuring regular town hall meeting to hear about your priorities before the legislative duties begin next year.

    Thank you and God bless.

    Singed:
    Martins Fasusi,
    Assistant Media Campaign Director, Adeniyi Adegbonmire (SAN) Organization.

    Powered by: Adeniyi Adegbonmire( SAN), Senator Ondo Central Senatorial District Media Campaign Organization.

  • Ayebusiwa, Gbegudu emerges winners in Ondo House of Assembly primaries

    Christopher Ayebusiwa and Ololade Gbegudu have emerged winners of the All Progressives Congress (APC) primaries for the Ondo State House of Assembly for Okitipupa Constituency one and Constituency two respectively.

    Ayebusiwa defeated the current lawmaker, Akitomide Akinrogunde with 22 votes against 13 votes at the primary which was held on Thursday at Manuwa Comprehensive College, Iju-Odo.

    The third contender for Okitipupa Constituency one, Dr Dele Akingbulu earlier before the primary stepped down for Ayebusiwa.

    Meanwhile, Gbegudu emerged as the winner unopposed as delegates consented to his aspiration since he has no opposition.

    The election was held late midnight around 11:30 pm as over late arrival of materials and Electoral officers were responsible for the delay.

    Earlier, Mr Alex Kalejaiye, spokesman of APC in Ondo State in a telephone interview said the delay was the late arrival of materials and a monitoring team from Abuja.

    He, however, assured aspirants and delegates that the primaries would be held no matter the circumstances.

  • ODHA 2023: Ondo Parliamentary Secretary, Hon Abayomi Akinruntan clinches APC returns ticket

    Hon. Abayomi Babatunde Akinruntan (ABA), ODHA Parliamentary Secretary, has emerged as the APC flag bearer for Ilaje Constituency 1 in the forthcoming general election.

    The ranking lawmaker who clinched the APC returns ticket for the third term declared winner of the primary election having won a total number of twenty-three votes in a rancour free, fair and credible primary election under the supervision of INEC officials and security agencies.

    In his reactions towards his re-emergence, the ranking lawmaker appreciated Almighty God for his victory.

    He thanked Governor Akeredolu, his Deputy, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa, Chief Olusola Oke and other party leaders from Ilaje Constituency 1.

    He also extended his appreciation to the party delegates and party members in Ilaje Constituency 1 for their unwavering support and show of love.

    He further stressed that he would never take the show of love and wide range of acceptance displayed for granted, but, be more committed and rededicated to the general well-being of the constituents and development of Ugbo Kingdom.

    Congratulations to all of us, he added.

    Signed :
    Comrade Abayomi Goodluck

  • APC Primary victory: Princess Olawumi Fayemi appreciates Gov. Akeredolu, party leaders 

    I am immensely grateful to Mr Governor, The Deputy Governor, the State Chairman of our dear party, leaders of my party in Ilaje Constituency 2 and the entire members of our dear party APC.

    I find no word suitable enough to unfold my profound gratitude for the love, passion and unwavering support I have received and enjoyed from the leaders,  delegates and members of our party as well as my entire constituents.

    Let me take a moment to thank my mentor, the ever capable mama I know, the most performing first lady of our time, Chief Mrs. Betty Akeredolu. A true mother by all standard. The Ada Owere 1. Thank you ma for believing in me against all odds.

    I won’t take for granted the privilege to be the flag bearer of our dear party and subsequently represent the good people of Ilaje constituency 2 at the State House of Assembly. One of my top most agenda lays on the political female inclusion in the dividend of democracy which will definitely be my priority and mark from now till forever. The women in my Constituency should therefore know that this is a new beginning for them because it’s women O’clock.

    I extend my sincere thanks to my family, friends and loyal supporters who stood strongly by me in the course of the primary and I must say, the journey is not over yet. Also I thank all the people who contributed towards the success achieved so far.

    To my ever working media team *(FAYEMI MEDIA TEAM)* , you people are the best, thou it’s not over until it’s finally over, nevertheless, the case has been settled, winning is certain come 2023 by God’s Grace.

    To all my co contenders, I want to say congratulations to us, we are all a winner, we all fought a good fight.

    To all members of our dear party; A team is like a toolset, not one tool can do all the job, but together it can, so let’s join our hands together to work with team spirit for the victory of our party (the greatest and largest party in Africa) come 2023 election.

    Let’s take our constituency to the greater heights of success with humility and determination to do better for our coming generation.

    Thank you once again! I am indeed grateful.

    TOGETHER, WE CAN ACHIEVE SUCCESS!!

    Signed:
    Hon. Princess Olawumi Fayemi
    APC Candidate: Ilaje Constituency 2 – Member House of Assembly.

  • Primary election: Hon. Gboluga Ikengboju appreciates everyone

    Hon. Gboluga Dele Ikengboju appreciates members of the great party, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) for electing him again as the party’s candidate in the just concluded primary election.

    The dynamic lawmaker acknowledges the special sacrifices of his teeming supporters and political allies even as he reiterates his resolve to consolidate on the good works he began while engineering new ones.

    He thanked other aspirants that took part in the process for their peaceful conduct and spirit of sportsmanship while stating clearly that the primary election has come and gone and there is no loser in the race.

    He further expressed the need for every stakeholder within the PDP big family to take the outcome of the election as a collective victory that must be sustained with unflinching support.

  • 2023 Senate: He who the cap fits…

    Article Written:
    By Aderemi Bamgbose

    Some 55 years ago, exactly Feb. 24, 1967, a star was born far away In Igbotako town, in Okitipupa Local Government Area of Ondo State to the a big family of Alhaji Yakubu Jimoh and his wife, Omofemiwa Jimoh.

    The young lad who was blessed with divine wisdom, knowledge and understanding started schooling at Igbotako and finished his secondary school at Igbotako Community Grammar School.

    One might imagine what the young man was thinking as an undergraduate, but it was clear to him even at that age that he did not have to wait till he left school to make money as used his fathers’ bricklaying materials to execute some small scale contracts which he secured.

    He proceeded to bag his Law degree and then, Masters in Public Administration (MPA) at Obafemi Awolowo University in Ile-Ife now Osun State.

    In furtherance, the youngstar picked an early interest in making money out of his knowledge, even as an undergraduate.

    He first observed that only the federal and state governments had laws, and so proposed organising law seminars across local governments in Nigeria, to teach them how to make their own laws.

    Simple as this might have seemed, he made quite some money from it and also made some money from organising workshops for top government officials.

    He headed for Harvard University in Cambridge, Massachusetts, USA for a combined Master of Laws and International Taxation (LLM/IT).

    He also earned an Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) degree at the University of Cambridge Judge Business School and a Master of Science in Programme Management at the Business School, University of Oxford.

    He attended various executive education programmes including the University of Cambridge Advanced Leadership Programme (ALP), University of Oxford Negotiation Programme, University of Oxford, Advanced Leadership and Management programme, Harvard Business School Senior Executive Leadership Program for the Middle East and the University of Cambridge programme on How to Lead Successful Projects.He also attended the guest category of the annual meeting of the World Bank/IMF.

    The great icon always had his eyes prowling in search of opportunities, When it came to his notice that the Federal Government was having challenges recovering its withholding tax from multinational oil companies, he sent in a proposal on how he could help recover the funds.

    He executed the proposal to the letter, recovering billions of naira for the government and earning himself a fortune as well.

    In his capacity as a tax professional, he also worked with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and was a part of the Harvard team that backed the tax reforms in Bangladesh.

    As a full-fledged businessman, he carve a nitche for himself in key business outfits across several sectors and uses the Global Fleet Group, where he sits as Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), as the umbrella company for his investments. Global Fleet is now a diversified conglomerate with presence in several countries.

    He started out the Global Fleet Oil and Gas in 2004 as a petroleum marketing company. The company did not focus on setting up fuel stations, but instead set out to buy out other fuel stations.
    Within a year, they bought about 150 stations and started averaging about $1 million daily in oil and gas sales. Since then, the company has acquired more fuel stations.

    The business mogul founded Energy Commercial Bank, Accra, Ghana in 2009 and it is considered an arm of the Energy Group, one of the largest Africa conglomerates with diversified interest in banking and financial investment.

    The Group also acquired 100% of the Oceanic Bank (STP) in June 2011, changing its name to Energy Bank Sao Tome & Principe (STP) and making it another arm of the Energy Group and a subsidiary of the Global Fleet Group.

    Air Nigeria was established in 2010 as Virgin Nigeria, with him as a major shareholder. He is also the Group Managing Director of NICON Insurance and one of its subsidiaries, Nigeria Reinsurance Corporation in Lagos state.

    He ventured into the hospitality industry, he acquired the former Le Meridian Hotels in 2003 and changed its name to NICON Luxury Hotel.

    He also put his finger in the media and become the owner of Global Media Mirror, publishers of the National Mirror, and acquired 51% of Newswatch Communication Limited to give him a substantial stake in Nigeria’s media industry.

    The business tycoon served as the Chairman of the board of the Corporate Affairs Commission (CAC) in Nigeria, from April 2009 to December 2012.

    In 2011, he was also appointed the Honorary Consul of Sao Tome and Principe to the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

    His contribution to human development and philanthropic quest earned him one of the highest chieftaincy title in his town The Araba of Ikaleland.

    His contributions to educational development in the country earned him honorary doctorate degrees from the Obafemi Awolowo University, Ile Ife, Osun State; Covenant University, Ota, Ogun State, Ladoke Akintola University, Ogbomoso, Oyo State and the Ondo State University.

    His superlative strides in businesses and contribution to the vast development of Nigeria also eaned him the prestigious honour of the Officer of the Order of the Federal Republic (OFR), and Commander of the Order of the Federal Republic (CFR) by late President Umaru Musa Y’adua and former President, Goodluck Jonathan.

    The last straw that broke the camel’s back was the latest interest of the Havard trained businessman and billionaire who took interst in education by founding Univwrsity of Fortune in his Igbotako town which was laid on several thousands of hectactes of land with over 134 gigantic buildings which be duly commissioned by December 2022.

    Barr. Jimoh Ibrahim am sure rings a bell and indeed an household name in Nigeria-Africa landscape

    Dr. Jimoh Ibrahim has a humble begining, he has been there and he knows exactly where the shoe pinches.

    Chief Jimoh Ibrahim did not become a billionaire overnight but has toiled day and night to ensure his mission, vision, dedication, concentration and focus carve a niche for him to be ranked in the hierarchy of billionaires, movers and shakers locally, nationally and internationally…..
    …….Let him wear it.
    The cap fits Dr Jimoh Ibrahim, let him wear it.
    Ondo South Delegates,…… vote Dr. Jimoh Ibrahim for Senate!!!
    Powered by: Jimoh Ibrahim’s Media Team for
    Ondo South Senatorial District

  • Adeyeye Remains Iralepo of Isikan -Deji of Akure

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    The Chairman, Council of Traditional Rulers in Ondo State and the Deji of Akure kingdom, Oba Aladelusi Aladetoyinbo on Thursday insisted that High Chief Gbenga Henry Adeyeye remains the recognized Iralepo of Isikan and has continued to perform his role as the Head of Isikan Quarter as well as a member of the Deji in-council.

    The Monarch said the Iralepo of Isikan remains a Quarter Chief in Akure just like the Osolo of Isolo and not a recognized Oba as no court ever made any pronouncement to the contrary.

    Oba Aladetoyinbo stated this in reaction to reports that an state High Court sitting in Akure, the Ondo State capital, on Thursday, struck out an application by the monarch, seeking injunction to stop installation and appointment of the Iralepo of Isinkan as a recognized chieftaincy by the state government.

    Oba Aladetoyinbo’s reaction was contained in a statement made available to Journalists in Akure by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Micheal Adeyeye.

    The statement titled: “High Court Judgment On The Status OF The Iralepo Of Isikan – The Real Issues and Facts” explained that the striking out of the interlocutory appeal before the lower court by Justice O.A Odusola is a normal court procedure and not something special since the case is now properly before the Appeal Court with the whole records already before it.

    The statement reads: ” The attention of the Palace of the Deji of Akure Kingdom, Oba (Dr.) Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi have been drawn to the misrepresentation of facts with respect to the Iralepo Chieftaincy and the declaration of the lower court. Without prejudice, the matter is already before the Akure Division of the Court of Appeal in an appeal suit No: CA/AK/69/2022

    ” It is however important to clarify issues following the tissues of lies being propagated in some quarters on the status of the Iralepo of Isikan with respect to the judgment of His Lordship, Hon. Justice A.O Odusola with suit No: AK/111M/2021 which was delivered on Thursday 17th March, 2022.

    “It is on record that the court in its judgment on page 23 affirmed that “….Further from the facts averred, the court was informed that the 1st Claimant (Deji of Akure) being dissatisfied, appealed against the judgment of the High Court. The Outcome of the suit was that the Court of Appeal dismissed the reliefs granted by the High Court and nullified the appointments as Oba…”

    “Without being immodest, His Lordship only held that he could not determine whether the issue of the instrument of office was an issue raised at the Appeal Court. However, his view never changed the narratives and the fact that the Appeal Court had struck out the judgment of the High Court, thereby reversing the Obaship status of Iralepo”, the Monarch stressed.

    According to Oba Aladetoyinbo, “Interestingly, His Lordship, Justice Ademola Enikuomehin in his judgment of a similar case instituted by a claimant of the Osolo stool delivered on 27th April, 2022 in a suit No AK/28/2021 agreed with the submission of the counsel to the Deji, Barr. Olusola Oke in confirming the power of the Deji as the consenting and prescribed authority over the appointment of the Osolo of Isolo in Akure.

    “More importantly, the court held that the Osolo Chieftaincy remains a Quarter Chief in Akure Kingdom and not an autonomous community with a separate Traditional Ruler and this is also applicable to the Iralepo of Isikan.

    “The court on page 29 of its judgment states inter alia “the decision of the Court of Appeal in Appeal No CA/B/129/2017 OBA OLUWADARE ADEPOJU ADESINA & ANOR V JOSEPH OLU OJO & ORS also reported as (2012) 10 NWLR (Pt. 1309) 552 has define the status of the Osolo and Iralepo Chieftaincy…”

    ” His Lordship, Hon. Justice Ademola Enikuomehin further held that the judgment of the appeal court on the status of the Osolo of Isolo and Iralepo of Isikan were clear enough. The court in its judgment declared that “A general understanding of the judgment (Appeal Court) shows it unequivocally reverse the declaration of the High Court that granted the Osolo Chieftaincy, the status of an Oba. The immediate consequence of the judgment is that it supersedes Exhibit A (CTC of the instrument of Appointment of Oba Olukayode Oluwatuyi as the Osolo of Isolo dated 12th of May, 2005 signed by Dr. Olusegun Agagu, Governor of Ondo State).”

    The traditional ruler called on the general public to disregard earlier reports that he has lost bid to stop Iralepo’s Installation, describing it as “a continued misrepresentation of facts”.

  • 2023: YOUR REACH IS UNCOMMON, GOV AKEREDOLU TELLS TINUBU

    •Insists Southwest Must Produce Next President

    I Will Unite Nigeria – Tinubu

    Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, on Thursday received the former Lagos State Governor and National Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, who visited the state as part of his engagement with delegates ahead of the party presidential primary election.

    Governor Akeredolu received the presidential hopeful at the Akure Airport amidst pomp and pageantry.

    Supporters of Asiwaju Tinubu also thronged the airport to welcome him into the state.

    Welcoming Asiwaju Tinubu, Governor Akeredolu described the funfair that greeted the former Lagos state governor’s visit as a statement on his investment and hard work over the years.

    The Governor said the reach of the APC national leader is not easy to come by, describing it as uncommon.

    Governor Akeredolu spoke at the Cocoa Conference Hall of the Governor’s Office, Alagbaka, Akure.

    He said: ”Your visit is different. We must be able to accept the fact that Asiwaju has done a lot. No doubt, we have noticed that Asiwaju has crisscrossed the length and breath of this country.

    “And let us all be frank to ourselves. His reach is not something you can get easily, his reach as one of the founding fathers of our party. Many aspirants have been here, but your reach has also made it possible to have one of the special assistants to the President here. That will speak volume,” Governor Akeredolu said.

    The Governor added that the party and the delegates must think about an aspirant with years of investment, competence, capacity and reach while choosing the candidate to fly the flag of the party.

    “We have said it on the people’s behalf. The presidency must come to this Southwest. The governors in the Southwest have spoken. By the grace of God, some of us believe that the train of this country must have a smooth ride.

    “Think about Nigeria. Think about the investment over the years. Think about competence. You must look at the background of everybody, the reach and capacity. You have our good wishes as you proceed. Only God enthrones,” he submitted.

    Asiwaju Tinubu saluted Governor Akeredolu for recreating the future and setting the Sunshine state on the path of economic prosperity.

    “I am here to say thank you always. Thank you for inspiring one of our best. I watched a programme of the Sunshine state and I saw a very brighter future. The governor has been recreating the future .

    “I saw you planting Cocoa and distributing seeds. That’s the road map to the future prosperity. Just three day ago, I saw him again putting down oil-palm plantation seed. Talking about the future, thank is what we need. If we look at the missing part of the past, we will stay depressed. But if we look ahead, we can recreate the future,” Tinubu said.

    Tinubu, who lamented the division in the country, assured that he will unite the country if voted into power.

    “We created APC. I am one of the founding fathers of APC. I am very proud of it. What has been missing in this country is the spirit of unity. Problems, sorrow and anguish are created by human beings. Divisions are created by those who benefit from divide and conquer. The truth is we are Nigerians. And we hold that green passport proudly. Yes, it is difficult right now. The democracy we choose, it is twist and turn.

    “Ondo state has bitumen. You need a federal government that will put research in place and make it work. A sea port is a very capital-intensive matter. Unfortunately, the country has no long-term money except short-term funds. We have to find investors and partners and build a sea port for Ondo state.

    “When I got to Lagos, it was a jungle city. Dead bodies on the street. But I started with a good team. I refer to them as unbreakable team. Yes, there is a limitation on calendarised term. There is no amount of steel and metal you build that will be as great as a legacy than the people you developed. That’s my philosophy.

    “We must recognize the need for our country faster. And make it a priority. Ondo, you are working. Aketi is working. What he needs is me. A very solid federal partnership that will forge the economy of this country and state ahead of us. We can reproduce glass. We have so much on the ground that we can use for revenue generation. And we will be rich for it.

    “We will set the path of prosperity for our children. I have the brain. I am a better thinker. I am a better doer. That’s why I want to beg you delegates to recognize me. To distinguish me. I will rebuild Nigeria. I will unite Nigeria. Develop Nigeria. Use our diversity for prosperity other than division. There is merit in our collaboration. I have begged Aketi to join me in our efforts to revive the first national anthem. I can promise you that you will see prosperity,” he said.

    Richard Olatunde
    Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State.
    May 26, 2022.

    📸 Olawale Abolade.

  • 2023: Council boss call for peace

    Resolves Aspirants Tussle in Irele State Assembly Constituency

    The Executive Chairman, Irele Local Government, Mr Olusegun Ajimotokin has
    resolved aspirants Tussle in Irele State Assembly Constituency.

    Ajimotokin who steered the team of some selected leaders in Irele Local Government to resolve lingering issues in the Irele State Constituency ahead of today’s House of Assembly primary elections also called for Interest Harmonisation.

    According to the statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Chairman, Mr Victor Adedeji; since the adoption of Dr Christopher Ogunlana as the consensus candidate for House of Assembly in Irele State Constituency, different agitations have emerged most especially when Mr Segun Omoyofunmi IBB obtained the Expression of Interest and Nomination Forms for the same position challenging the process that brought about the so-called consensus candidate.

    Recall, the Chairman yesterday met with party leaders in Irele Local Government at the council secretariat to appeal to party faithful to embrace the party’s decision ahead of today’s primary.

    Earlier today, Ajimotokin with his reconciliation team met with Mr Segun Omoyofunmi, his key supporters and the key supporters of Dr Ogunlana in the quest of resolving the issue to ensure tranquillity in Irele Local Government, especially at today’s primary.

    After rigorous deliberations and appeals by the party leaders, Mr Segun Omoyofunmi consented to withdraw from the race to allow the party’s decision to stand and as well ensuring peaceful coexistence for a hitch-free primary.

    The council boss thanked Omoyofunmi for taking the bold and sacrificial step for the growth of the party.

    He assured him of reporting the committee’s decision to the governor for the development of Irele Local Government and the people.

    Ajimotokin stated further that after the primary, he would meet all the supporters of Mr Omoyofunmi for further engagement.

    The Member of the Ondo State Pool and Lottery Agency, Mr Sayo Ogunmade on behalf of the peace and reconciliation committee thanked Omoyofunmi for his sacrifice and most importantly for allowing the decision of the party to stand.

  • Quick engagements with Bayelsa and Akwa Ibiom Govts Douses Attacks On Ilaje Fishermen – Aiyedatiwa

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    Fishery Value Chain Sector to Get Support From IFAD

    Ondo State Deputy Governor, Hon Lucky Aiyedatiwa on Tuesday disclosed that, the quick engagements between Ondo State Government with the Governments of both Bayelsa and Akwa Ibiom States doused the escalation of attacks on Ilaje Fishermen living in the two Niger Delta States of the Country.

    The Deputy Governor revealed this information during the visit of Ilaje Fishermen Association of Nigeria led by their President, ‘Ambasador’ Benedict Orioye Gbayisemore to his office in Akure.

    “A lot of people might not know what we are doing behind the scenes”, Aiyedatiwa said.

    “I’m conversant and i am aware that the attacks on our people in Bayelsa State, Mr Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu SAN actually intervened because if not, it would have been so escalating beyond what we say” .

    “I am very aware that our Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu SAN called the Governor of Bayelsa State, His Excellency Donye Diri and I also made some moves by talking to the speaker of Bayelsa State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Abraham Ngobere who happens to come from the affected areas of the crisis… we’ve been able to engage them, and the government of Bayelsa State is actually looking into the matter to see how there can be lasting peace and some kind of compensation for our people” , he disclosed.

    Aiyedatiwa equally spoke on the displacements of Ondo State indigenes in Akwa Ibiom State.

    “When the crisis started, I actually made a call to the Deputy Governor of Akwa Ibiom State , His Excellency Moses Ekpo, who grew up in Yoruba land and his response to the crisis also helped a great deal” .

    “And if not for his own intervention as well, it would have been worse” , he disclosed.

    “And since then, myself and my counterpart in Akwa Ibiom State, have been engaging ourselves, relief materials were given, but it is not enough and we are going to do more” , he further said.

    The Deputy Governor equally explained that, moves were on for the committee set up by Ondo State Governor to visit the affected people in Akwa Ibiom State.

    “Very soon, we will visit Akwa Ibiom State, I can assure you of that” , Aiyedatiwa said.

    Also, the Deputy Governor informed his visitors of the State robust programmes for Agriculture and Agribusiness to support farmers in the State..

    His words, “I want to tell you that with what we are doing right now, the State is looking into the direction of fishery business as part of the entire value chain to grow the economy of the state and provide employment” .

    “One of our developmental partners, IFAD included fishery in their programmes and very soon, they will be visiting some communities in Ilaje Local Government… from time to time, they will be interfacing with you as some kind of facilities in terms of financial supports will be given” , he disclosed.

    He therefore enjoined them to come together as cooperative body for education, awareness on the available opportunities in the fishery value chain sector.

    On Sea pirates, the Deputy Governor disclosed that, the State would be partnering with NIMASA for a robust safety and security package to protect fishermen and those who are into Maritime business.

    Earlier in his address, the President of the Fishermen Association, Gbayisemore appealed for government assistance in their business and for government intervention in the incessant attacks on their members in some Niger Delta States of the Country.

    With the Deputy Governor at the event are, Commissioner of Health, Dr Banji Ajaka, Deputy Chief of Staff, Prince Segun Omojuwa, Special Assistant to Governor on New Media, Ladi Okunniga and Press Officer to Deputy Governor,

    Kenneth Odusola-Stevenson,
    Press Secretary to Governor, Office of Deputy Governor

    Photo Credit: Abayomi Adefolalu.

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