Aiyedatiwa swears in new SSG, others

By John Ogunsemore

The Governor of Ondo state, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Thursday inaugurated Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Taiwo Fasoranti and other newly appointed members of the state executive council.

Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Ebenezer Adeniyan disclosed this in a statement.

Also inaugurated were Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Olukayode Ajulo SAN, Commissioner for Finance, Mrs. Omowumi Isaac, Special Adviser on Power, Engr. Johnson Alabi, and Special Adviser on Women Affairs, Dr. Seun Osamaye.

Others are Special Adviser on Union Matters and Special Duties, Comrade Bola Taiwo, Special Adviser on Health, Prof. Simidele Odimayo, and Special Adviser on Infrastructure, Lands, and Housing, Engr. Abiola Olawoye.

Speaking at the inauguration, Aiyedatiwa reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to rapid and effective governance, stating that his team is in a hurry to fulfill the promises made to the people.

He charged the officials to immediately settle into their roles and deliver tangible results.

The governor emphasised that his administration’s focus is on speed and accuracy in governance, adding that the newly sworn-in officials must key into the seven-point developmental agenda, “OUR EASE,” which is designed to accelerate the state’s growth.

He further urged the appointees to embrace teamwork and collaborate effectively with career officers, Permanent Secretaries, and Accounting Officers in their various Ministries, Departments, and Agencies (MDAs) as the success of the government depends on a unified administration with a shared vision.

To ensure accountability and efficiency, the governor announced that performance measuring techniques would be introduced, stressing that his administration would have zero tolerance for corruption, indolence, and disloyalty.

“We demand excellent performance from all appointees, for that is the primary reason we were voted into office by the good people of Ondo State,” the governor warned.

Aiyedatiwa commended the Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Olamide Oladiji, and other lawmakers for their swift and thorough confirmation of the commissioners, describing their cooperation as a testament to their commitment to the progress of the state.

Responding on behalf of the appointees, the new SSG expressed gratitude to the governor for the confidence reposed in them.

He assured that they would work tirelessly to support the administration’s vision and deliver impactful governance to the people of Ondo State.