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Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has disbursed the sum of N35m to 51 widows of fallen soldiers under the state government Resettlement and Empowerment Loan scheme.

Governor Aiyedatiwa said the loan was interest free and urged the beneficiaries to pay back for them to have access to bigger loans.

Represented by his Deputy, Olayide Adelami at the 2025 Armed Forces Remembrance day, Governor Aiyedatiwa said the gesture was the highest way to showing respect to fallen heroes who paid the supreme sacrifice in the line of duty.

Aiyedatiwa said the celebration would not be complete without attending to the welfare of widows of the fallen heroes.

He noted that the day was not about remembrance but also about empowerment.

According to him, “To widows of the fallen heroes, we recognise the challenges you face and the sacrifices you continue to make. We are committed to supporting you, ensuring that you have the resources, opportunities and recognition you deserve.

“Your loved ones served with honour and we have vowed to honour their legacies by standing with you in solidarity not only with words but equally through our actions. Today’s ceremony will be more worthwhile if it is backed up with financial and material supports to the legionnaire and well- being of widows and dependants of these patriotic heroes.

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“The Micro-Credit Loan Scheme to the widows of the departed heroes which is at zero interest rate remains a unique programme which shall be sustained irrespective of the economic situation. This is our own little way of supporting their businesses to enable them take care of the families left behind by their breadwinners.

“While assuring you that we shall continue to make the loan more accessible, we are equally appealing to the beneficiaries to join hands with the government to make the programme sustainable by making repayment of the loan their top priorities.”

Governor Aiyedatiwa also promised to provide a level playing ground for all political parties during Saturday’s local government elections.

Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has freed 15 convicted inmates to celebrate his 60th birthday.

The birthday bash of the governor was put on hold due to the death of Secretary to the State Government, Oluwatuyi Tayo, popularly called ‘Tukana’.

Aiyedatiwa also pardoned 25 other inmates, who were sentenced to death or life imprisonment.

The inmates, who were sentenced to death, were commuted to life imprisonment, while the jail term of others would be reduced.

This was announced by Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Olukayode Ajulo.

The commissioner, who also chairs the Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy, said the governor’s action had nurtured renewed hope for reintegration into the society.

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Ajulo said Aiyedatiwa’s hand of mercy to 40 convicts reflected commitment to rehabilitation and the transformative power of second chances.

He said 15 convicts would be released immediately.

According to him, “in a further demonstration of mercy, several death sentences will be commuted to life imprisonment, while others will see their terms of incarceration reduced, thereby nurturing renewed hope for reintegration into the society.

“It is noteworthy that Governor Aiyedatiwa chose to forgo his birthday celebrations in honour of the late Secretary to the State Government, Oluwatuyi (Tuykana), who died last weekend.

“Governor Aiyedatiwa’s actions are in accordance with Section 212 (1) (2) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended).”

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has freed 15 convicted inmates to celebrate his 60th birthday.

The birthday bash of the governor was put on hold due to the death of Secretary to the State Government, Hon Oluwatuyi Tayo popularly known as Tukana.

Governor Aiyedatiwa also pardoned 25 other inmates who sentenced to death or life imprisonment.

The inmates who were sentenced to death were commuted to life imprisonment while the jail term of others would be reduced.

This was announced by Ondo Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr. Olukayode Ajulo.

Dr. Ajulo, who also chairs the Advisory Council on the Prerogative of Mercy, said the Governor’s action has nurtured renewed hope for reintegration into the society.

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Ajulo stated that Aiyedatiwa’s hand of mercy to 40 convicts reflected commitment to rehabilitation and the transformative power of second chances.

He said 15 convicts would be released  immediately.

According to him, “In a further demonstration of mercy, several death sentences will be commuted to life imprisonment, while others will see their terms of incarceration reduced, thereby nurturing renewed hope for reintegration into society.

“It is noteworthy that Governor Aiyedatiwa chose to forgo his birthday celebrations in honour of the late Secretary to the State Government, Hon. Tayo Oluwatuyi (Tuykana), who died last weekend.

“Governor Aiyedatiwa’s actions are in accordance with Section 212 (1) (2) of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended).”

There are indications that the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) might boycott next week’s local government election in Ondo State.

The Ondo PDP fielded 15 chairmanship and 131 councillorship candidates to contest in the January 18th local polls.

Ondo Independent Electoral Commission (ODIEC) had said 10 political parties indicated interest to participate in the polls

The political parties are the All Progressives Congress (APC), Labour Party (LP), Zenith Labour Party ( ZLP), People’s Democratic Party (PDP,  New Nigeria People’s Party (NNPP), Social Democratic Party (SDP), Action People’s Party (APP), Young Progressive Party (YPP), All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) and Action Democratic Party (ADP).

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Campaign activities ahead of the local polls are at the lowest ebb in the state.

Political parties are not seen campaigning, unlike last year’s governorship election in the state.

A chieftain of the Ondo PDP who pleaded anonymity said the party does not trust ODIEC to conduct credible elections.

A spokesman for the PDP, Kennedy Peretei, said the party has begun an investigation into some issues.

He, however, did not disclose the issues.

Peretei stated that the party would make its stand known on Monday.

“We have our doubts about the election even though we have 15 chairmanship and 131 councillorship candidates as well as paid all required dues. But there are some developments we are investigating.”

Meanwhile, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has cautioned leaders of APC in the state not to be overconfident ahead of next week’s local council elections.

Aiyedatiwa spoke in Akure at a meeting with party stakeholders, chairmanship, vice-chairmanship, and councillorship candidates of the party from the 18 local government areas of the state.

The governor charged the party leaders to work towards consolidating the successes recorded during the last governorship election.

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Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has declared a three-day mourning period in Ondo state following the death of Secretary to the State Government, Hon Oluwatuyi Temitayo popularly known as Tukana.

The late SSG died on Saturday while receiving treatment in a hospital after involving in a car accident last month.

Governor Aiyedatiwa said the late  Oluwatuyi lived a fulfilled life and made positive impacts on many people.

The Ondo Governor spoke when he led members of the State Executive Council on a condolence visit to wife of the late Oluwatuyi and members of his family, in Akure.

Governor Aiyedatiwa said late Oluwatuyi was a recurring decimal in the politics and governance of Ondo State, adding that the history of the state would not be complete without a mention of his impacts.

He described him as a complete gentleman who conducted his public and private life with decorum and humility.

In the condolence register, the Governor wrote, “Hon Tayo Oluwatuyi, you came, you lived, you performed your God-given tasks and impacted lives. You have decided to leave us at a time we never expected but God said it is time to come home. May you have rest at the bossom of your creator, God. Amen.”

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Also, former Governor Olusegun Mimiko said the late SSG was a leading light in Akure land and a reputable political leader loved for his gentle and calm disposition.

“Sad as the loss is, we all have to accept the fact that the deceased has finished his earthly race, though too early in all ramifications.  All we can do is commiserate his family, nuclear and extended, the Ondo State Governor and Government and indeed all those who genuinely feel his demise.

“In all the instances of our political engagements, Tuykana, as he was fondly called, epitomised cool calmness, humility and all round comportment.
“Hon. Oluwatuyi was a dedicated public servant whose unwavering commitment to his people and dedication to duty was self evident.”