Use your positions to benefit people, not to oppress them — Gov Abiodun
By Bankole Taiwo, Abeokuta
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun has enjoined people in positions of authority not to abuse powers vested on them, but use every opportunity given to them to impact positively on the lives of the people.
Abiodun gave the admonition on Thursday when he received in condolence, members of the Ogun State House of Assembly, the Egba Traditional Council and Chairmen, Commissions and Statutory Board, led by the Speaker, Olakunle Oluomo, the ALake of Egbaland, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo and Tokunbo Odebunmi, respectively, at his Family Compound in Iperu-Remo.
The governor, who described life as transient, noted it is imperative for those in places of authorities to be humble and engage in actions and activities that would impact positively on the lives of the people they lead.
“I want to advise that we take life easy because life is transient. Death is a reminder that we are all mortal. Let us be humble in whatever position we find ourselves. There is wisdom in having power and not using it anyhow. It is always good to serve the people if we want our legacies to be remembered,” he said.
He maintained that the state was blessed with intelligent people and traditional rulers who have contributed in no small measures to the continued development and sustainable peace being experienced in the state.
Abiodun further noted that he was not prepared for the sudden demise of his father and appreciated God for making his dad to spend his life well.
He acknowledged that the support of the people, especially the traditional rulers, which has been massive, has strengthened and gave him and his family the courage to carry on.
The governor thanked the people for the encomiums poured on his father, adding that he lived a humble, selfless and impactful life which he passed on to his children.
Speaking, the Speaker of the OGHA, Oluomo noted that the deceased through his profession, had impacted on many, whose lives are a testimony to his prowess in moulding and mending lives.
He pointed out that as representatives of the people, members of the OGHA would emulate the virtues of Pa Emmanuel Abiodun in carrying out their duties.
On his part, the Alake of Egbaland, Oba Gbadebo lauded the governor for the steady and progressive achievements of his administration in the last two years, adding that the governor has demonstrated the humility and working virtues inherent in the deceased, submitting his deeds would linger on for a long time.
The Chairman, Governor’s Advisory Council, Olu Okuboyejo, noted that Pa Emmanuel Abiodun during his life time, contributed immensely to human development, not only in Ogun State, but the country at large.
He called on the governor to be closer to his mother, particularly at this trying time in her life.
Others who paid condolence visits to the governor include Ogun West Elders Forum, Arewa community, National Youth Service Corps, Women Wing of the Christian Association of Nigerian (CAN), Gospel Musicians of Nigeria, Remo Chapter, market men and women, among others.
