Bankole Taiwo, Abeokuta
Determined to sustain the provision of massive infrastructural amenities in the three Senatorial Districts of Ogun State, Governor Dapo Abiodun has restated his administration’s priority and focus on the implementation of the ‘Building our Future Together’ agenda.
Abiodun made the submission during the 5th Coronation Anniversary of the Olota of Ota, Oba (Prof.) Abdulkabir Obalanlege.
The Governor said the government’s social intervention programme, quality education for all the youth, harnessing the many potentials of the agricultural sector as a viable provider of employment, food security and source of poverty alleviation, among others had impacted positively the lives of the people.
Represented by his Deputy, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele, the Abiodun revealed that as enshrined in ‘ISEYA’ mantra of his administration, he believes such will bring genuine development and must be people-centred, emphasising his concern for infrastructure, security, welfare, wellness and wellbeing of the residents.
“Our administration has ensured that no part of our dear State will be developed at the expense of others, particularly in our aggressive infrastructural development programme, I am also happy to say that Kabiyesi, through his dynamism, enviable leadership qualities, honesty and sincerity of purpose, is succeeding in harmonising the various diverse groups together for the general development of Ota and Aworiland,” he said.
Congratulating the Monarch on the anniversary, the Governor stated that Ota has continued to witness rapid growth and development, peace and progress, since the ascension of Obalanlege, enjoining him to take cognisance of the cosmopolitan nature of Ota township and ensure a peaceful relationship between his people, foreign investors and Nigerians alike.
Abiodun, while rejoicing with the royal father promised to continue to formulate policies and implement programmes that would bring more development to Ota and its environs.
Earlier in his address, the Chairman, Planning Committee, Hon. Aina Akinpelu said Ota had witnessed tremendous development, peace, unity and harmony since the installation of Obalanlege as Olota.