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GOV AIYEDATIWA NOMINATED AS GOVERNOR OF THE YEAR FOR 2026 SILVERBIRD AWARDS

Ondo State Governor, His Excellency, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has been nominated for the prestigious Governor of the Year Award at the 2026 Silverbird Man of the Year Awards.

The nomination was contained in a letter dated October 26, 2026, addressed to the Governor by the Founder of Silverbird Group, Senator Ben Murray-Bruce.

In the letter, the Silverbird Group congratulated Governor Aiyedatiwa on his selection, saying the recognition reflects appreciation of his leadership and contributions to the development of Ondo State.

According to the organisers, the Governor's commitment to infrastructure, education, healthcare and economic development makes the recognition a fitting tribute to his leadership and service to Ondo State.

The letter reads in part: “On behalf of Silverbird Group, I warmly congratulate you on your selection as a recipient of the 2026 Silverbird Governor of the Year Award. This recognition reflects our appreciation of your leadership and your contributions to the development of Ondo State.”

The award will be formally presented at the 20th edition of the Silverbird Man of the Year Awards, scheduled for Monday, 16th November, 2026, at Eko Hotels and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, by 5:00 p.m.

The Silverbird Man of the Year Awards celebrate outstanding Nigerians whose leadership, achievements and service have made significant contributions to the nation.

Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan,
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State.
October 27, 2026.

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GOV AIYEDATIWA PRESENTS STAFF OF OFFICE TO BOLORUNDURO’S FIRST MONARCH
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has presented the staff of office and instrument of appointment to Bolorunduro’s pioneer Ekigbade, Oba Prof. Thompson Akinyele Akinnifesi, urging him to promote peace, unity and community development.
At the coronation ceremony in Ondo East Local Government Area, the Governor called on the five ruling houses and other indigenes to put aside disagreements surrounding the selection process and unite for the town’s progress. He also warned against the misuse of traditional authority, territorial encroachment and actions capable of threatening peace and security.
The Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Alhaji Amidu Takuro, reaffirmed that the Governor does not interfere in the selection of traditional rulers, stating that Oba Akinnifesi’s emergence followed due process and the state’s extant Chiefs Law.
In his acceptance speech, the monarch pledged inclusive and peaceful leadership, appealing for improved electricity and potable water while inviting investors in agriculture, tourism, real estate and industry to explore opportunities in the community.
Governor Aiyedatiwa commended the stakeholders who facilitated the emergence of the monarch and reiterated his administration’s commitment to strengthening traditional institutions, enhancing security and promoting grassroots development.

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FASORANTI: GOV AIYEDATIWA VISITS FAMILY, PAYS GLOWING TRIBUTES TO LATE NATIONALIST

• He left us a big pair of shoes to fill – SSG

Ondo State Governor, His Excellency, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has described the late Pa Reuben Fasoranti as an epitome of humility, kindness and wisdom, saying the elder statesman continued to positively influence government decisions even at an advanced age.

Governor Aiyedatiwa, who spoke during a condolence visit to the deceased’s residence, said he was shocked by the news of his death, despite his age of 100 years.

“Even at that age, Baba was still influencing decisions of government. That is to tell you that he was still mentally sound,” Governor Aiyedatiwa said.

He described Fasoranti as a great educator whose impact extended across generations, noting that many people whose lives he shaped had become prominent men and women across the globe.

“We cannot but celebrate his life and times. We are not mourning. We are just celebrating and thanking God for a life that was well lived,” he said.

The governor described the deceased as a man of humility, kindness and calmness, with the knowledge and inner strength to generate and execute ideas.

He added that Fasoranti’s death was peaceful, without the prolonged suffering associated with illness and repeated hospital visits.

“He slept, and that was it,” he said, praying that those left behind would imbibe the late leader’s virtues and make meaningful contributions to society.

In his remarks, the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Taiwo Fasoranti, said the family was grateful for the governor’s visit and would celebrate their father’s life rather than mourn his death.

He said the late elder statesman often told the family that he had a covenant with God to depart whenever he reached 100, and repeatedly instructed them not to cry when he dies.

“We are not mourning Baba. We are rejoicing. Baba has left us a big pair of shoes to step into, but we can only thank God for the legacy of firmness, resilience, hard work and love that he left us with,” he said.

Dr. Taiwo described his father as a devoted parent who remained involved in his children’s lives from elementary school through university.

The SSG said the family would miss his presence and wise counsel, describing him as a man of few words who communicated his message quietly but effectively.

He appealed for prayers for the family as it adjusts to the loss, acknowledging the challenge of filling the vacuum left by their father.

The Governor was accompanied by the Deputy Governor, Dr Olayide Adelami; Chief of Staff, Prince Segun Omojuwa; Head of Service, Chief Segun Odusanya; Member representing Ondo East/Ondo West Federal Constituency in the House of Representatives, Hon. Abiola Mankinde and members of the State Executive Council.

Also present at the residence during the visit were former Deputy Governor, Alhaji Abdulazeez Oluboyo; the Olu of Ilu Abo, Oba Olu Falae; rhe Iresi of Osi, Oba Samuel Olajide Okunato; Chairman, Akure South Local Government, Hon. Gbenga Fasua and Afenifere chieftains, including Chief Femi Aluko and Chief Korede Duyile.

Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan,
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State.
October 20, 2026.

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GOV AIYEDATIWA MOURNS PASSING OF ELDER STATESMAN, PA REUBEN FAMUYIDE FASORANTI, AT 100

With a heavy heart but with total submission to the will of God, I announce the passing of our revered elder statesman, Pa Reuben Famuyide Fasoranti, who departed this world at the glorious age of 100.

Pa Fasoranti was a patriarch, a beacon of wisdom, integrity and selfless service whose century-long life was marked by uncommon commitment to the development of our dear State, Yorubaland and Nigeria at large.

His counsel, fatherly guidance and principled stand on issues of justice and good governance will be sorely missed. He lived a fulfilled life and left indelible footprints of honour and legacy for generations to come.

On behalf of the Government and the good people of Ondo State, I commiserate with the Fasoranti family, the people of Akure Kingdom and the entire State over this great loss.

May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.

Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa
Governor, Ondo State
October 20, 2026

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GOV AIYEDATIWA SAYS NEW ONDO JUDICIARY COMPLEX WILL BE READY IN DECEMBER
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has assured that the state’s new judiciary complex will be completed by December, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to judicial independence, improved welfare for judicial officers and better infrastructure.
Speaking at the opening of the 2026/2027 legal year, the governor stressed that justice must be accessible to all, regardless of wealth or social status, and pledged continued support for the Judiciary in line with the principle of separation of powers.
Meanwhile, Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr Olukayode Ajulo, SAN, unveiled a 10-year Justice Sector Development Plan (2026–2036), covering 20 pillars, including digital justice, judicial infrastructure, case backlog reduction, legal aid, improved welfare and legislative reforms.
The Chief Judge, Justice Olusegun Odusola, urged judicial officers to uphold impartiality, integrity and transparency as the Judiciary marks 50 years of service in Ondo State.

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TINUBU 2027: YARI, AIYEDATIWA, OTHERS HOLD CONSULTATIVE MEETING WITH OONI OF IFE

Ondo State Governor, His Excellency, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, on Sunday joined a delegation of national leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) on a consultative visit to the Ooni of Ife, Oba Enitan Adeyeye Ogunwusi, at Ile-Ife, Osun State.

The delegation, led by Senator Abdulaziz Yari Abubakar, the Director-General of the APC Presidential Campaign Council, met with the monarch to seek support for the reelection of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu.

Other APC leaders in the delegation included former APC National Chairman, Dr Abdullahi Umar Ganduje; Osun State Deputy Governor, Prince Kola Adewusi; former Ondo State Governor, Dr Olusegun Mimiko; former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Patricia Olubunmi Etteh; former Sokoto State Governor, Senator Aliyu Wamakko; former Imo State Governor, Senator Rochas Okorocha; and former Gombe State Governor, Senator Danjuma Goje, among others.

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GOV AIYEDATIWA RENAMES THE DOME AFTER DR. OLUSEGUN MIMIKO

The Governor of Ondo State, His Excellency, Hon Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has renamed the International Centre for Culture and Events (The Dome), Akure, after former Governor, Dr. Olusegun Mimiko.

Dr. Mimiko, who was governor between 2009 and 2017, built the facility during his tenure.

Governor Aiyedatiwa announced the renaming on Saturday, at the birthday celebration organised in honour of the former Governor in Abuja.

The Dome will henceforth be known as the Dr. Olusegun Mimiko International Centre for Culture and Events.

Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan,
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State.
October 17, 2026.

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GOV AIYEDATIWA INAUGURATES APC CAMPAIGN COUNCIL, TARGETS ONE MILLION VOTES FOR TINUBU
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has inaugurated the APC Presidential Election Campaign Council, directorates and sub-committees ahead of the 2027 general elections, charging members to unite and intensify grassroots mobilisation for President Bola Tinubu’s re-election and other party candidates.
Aiyedatiwa urged the campaign team to promote the achievements of the Tinubu-led Federal Government and his administration in Ondo State, citing infrastructure development, regular salary payments, healthcare improvements, education support and graduate training.
Deputy Governor Olayide Adelami and other party leaders called for house-to-house and street-to-street campaigns to secure at least one million votes for Tinubu in the state. APC leaders also pledged to work collectively towards victory for all party candidates in the 2027 elections.

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GOV AIYEDATIWA RECEIVES PUBLIC SERVICE AWARD, PLEDGES IMPROVED WORKERS’ WELFARE
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to workers’ welfare, urging public servants to embrace accountability, professionalism, discipline and innovation to improve service delivery under the OUR EASE agenda.
Speaking at the 2026 Public Service Week and Public Service Lecture in Akure, the governor received an Award of Excellence in Public Service and highlighted interventions including timely salary payments, regular promotions, health insurance, training and the gradual settlement of outstanding gratuities and pension obligations.
He also disclosed that the government had recruited over 2,000 teachers and about 3,323 medical personnel, while exploring plans to provide compressed natural gas-powered buses for workers.
The Head of Service, Segun Odusanya, called for digital transformation, transparency and the removal of bureaucratic bottlenecks, while the event’s guest lecturer, Ambassador Sulaiman, advocated a five-year reform programme focused on efficiency, skills development and measurable results.
Governor Aiyedatiwa charged public servants to make citizens’ welfare the priority, stressing that the success of the OUR EASE agenda must be reflected in tangible improvements in the quality, speed and accessibility of public services.

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Governor Aiyedatiwa congratulates Justice Oyebisi Folayemi Omoleye on her 70th birthday.

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AKEREDOLU’S STATE POLICE DREAM WILL BECOME REALITY, SAYS GOV AIYEDATIWA

Ondo State Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has said the late Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu’s advocacy for State Police and a decentralised security architecture continues to influence Nigeria’s national policy and constitutional discussions.

Speaking at a colloquium in Ibadan marking Akeredolu’s 70th posthumous birthday, Aiyedatiwa described his former principal, whom he called “My Oga,” as a courageous public servant whose commitment to true federalism and security reform went beyond rhetoric.

The Governor highlighted the creation of the Amotekun Corps by South-West governors as a practical expression of Akeredolu’s belief that communities should play a meaningful role in their own security. He said recent security operations involving Amotekun and other agencies in Ondo forests further demonstrated the importance of local intelligence and participation.

Aiyedatiwa said President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s administration had shown commitment to moving the State Police debate toward institutional reform. He stressed that any State Police framework must include credible recruitment, proper vetting, professionalism, accountability and public trust.

He said the best way to honour Akeredolu would be to build a Nigeria that is safer, more federal, more just and responsive to its citizens, rather than limiting his legacy to ceremonies and monuments.

Other speakers, including Ogun State Governor Dapo Abiodun, former Ekiti Governor Kayode Fayemi, Lagos Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Ekiti Governor Biodun Oyebanji, also paid tribute to Akeredolu’s advocacy for security reform, regional integration and good governance.

Abiodun, who chairs the Nigeria Governors’ Forum Committee on State Police, said the country needs 554,353 additional police personnel to meet the UN-recommended police-to-citizen ratio and called for comprehensive reforms to make State Police effective and sustainable.

The colloquium brought together government officials, political leaders, legal practitioners and members of Akeredolu’s family to reflect on his contributions to security, federalism, justice and governance.

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GOV AIYEDATIWA VISITS AIR CRASH SITE, ORDERS CONTINUED SEARCH FOR VICTIMS, WRECKAGE

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, on Wednesday visited the site of the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash at Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area, as search and recovery operations continued.

The Governor described the incident as a national tragedy, noting that no survivor had been found and that the aircraft’s main wreckage was yet to be located, as it was believed to be deeply submerged in the swamp.

Aiyedatiwa directed the deployment of two amphibious swamp machines by the Ministry of Works to improve access to the difficult terrain and support the Navy, Air Force, NEMA, SEMA and local divers in the search for victims and the aircraft’s cockpit and main body.

He said the crash site presented a gory scene, with human remains, clothing and aircraft parts recovered. He also disclosed that aviation fuel was leaking into the surrounding water, causing pollution.

The Governor said eyewitness accounts indicated that the pilot appeared to have experienced an engine problem but manoeuvred the aircraft away from the community before it crashed about 200 metres away, potentially preventing a much larger catastrophe.

Aiyedatiwa commiserated with President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the Nigerian Air Force and the families of the deceased, describing the victims as young Nigerians who dedicated their lives to defending the country. He urged Nigerians to continue praying for the bereaved families.

The search operation, led by the Nigerian Navy with support from other emergency agencies and local divers, remains ongoing.

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GOV AIYEDATIWA PLEDGES FULL SUPPORT FOR AIRCRAFT CRASH RECOVERY OPERATION

Ondo State Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa has pledged the state government’s full support to ongoing search and recovery efforts following the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash in Igbokoda, Ilaje Local Government Area.

Receiving a briefing from NEMA’s Director of Search and Rescue, Air Commodore Bature, in Akure, Governor Aiyedatiwa described the incident as a national tragedy and a great loss to Nigeria, commiserating with the families of the fallen officers.

The Governor noted the difficult swampy terrain of the crash site and commended local residents, security agencies and emergency responders for their efforts. He disclosed that he had directed immediate mobilisation after receiving news of the crash and said he would visit Igbokoda to assess the situation and support continued recovery efforts.

NEMA said three swamp buggies have been deployed to improve access to the crash site and aid recovery of the aircraft wreckage. The operation involves NEMA, SEMA, the Nigerian Air Force, Navy, Army, Police and local residents.

Governor Aiyedatiwa also acknowledged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s declaration of three days of mourning for the deceased personnel and assured all agencies involved of the state government’s continued support.

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GOV AIYEDATIWA MOURNS OVER ONDO AIR CRASH, DIRECTS SUPPORT FOR SEARCH AND RESCUE OPERATIONS

The Governor of Ondo State, His Excellency, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has received with deep sadness the news of the crash of a Nigerian Air Force aircraft in Igbokoda, headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area of Ondo State, in the early hours of today, Monday, October 5, 2026.

According to preliminary reports confirmed by the Nigerian Air Force Director of Public Relations and Information, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, the aircraft, an ATR-42 with tail number NGR 931, was on a routine mission from Benin to Lagos when it crashed in a swampy area opposite the Naval Base in Igbokoda. The Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Mr. Festus Keyamo, has confirmed that 25 passengers and 7 crew members were on board.

On behalf of the Government and good people of Ondo State, Governor Aiyedatiwa expresses his heartfelt sympathy to the Chief of Air Staff, the entire Nigerian Air Force family, and the families of all personnel and passengers on board the ill-fated aircraft. Our thoughts and prayers are with them at this difficult time.

The Governor has been in contact with the leadership of the Nigerian Air Force, the Ilaje Local Government Chairman, Hon. Maurice Oripelaye, and security agencies on ground.

To aid ongoing efforts, Governor Aiyedatiwa has directed the State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA), the Ministry of Health, and relevant security agencies to immediately mobilize and offer full logistical and human support to the Nigerian Air Force and other emergency response agencies in the search and rescue operations currently ongoing at the crash site.

The Governor has also directed that the area be cordoned off and secured to allow for smooth and unhindered rescue operations, while urging residents of Igbokoda and adjoining communities to remain calm, cooperate with emergency responders, and refrain from spreading unverified information.

The Ondo State Government will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as more information becomes available from the Nigerian Air Force.

We pray for the safety of our gallant officers and for the success of the rescue efforts.

Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan,
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State
October 5, 2026

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GOV AIYEDATIWA HIGHLIGHTS ONDO’S DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS ON INDEPENDENCE DAY
Ondo State Governor, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to development across healthcare, education, agriculture, infrastructure and economic growth as Nigeria marks its 66th Independence Anniversary.
He highlighted the recruitment of 3,323 health workers, provision of advanced medical equipment, distribution of over two million cocoa seedlings, acquisition of 26,000 hectares of farmland and ongoing efforts to improve electricity supply and attract investments.
The governor also reiterated his commitment to workers’ welfare, security, grassroots governance and the expansion of economic opportunities across the state.
While urging Nigerians to uphold unity, patriotism and collective responsibility, Aiyedatiwa called on political leaders and youths to shun violence and embrace peaceful, issue-based engagement ahead of the 2027 elections.
He assured residents that his administration would continue implementing projects and policies aimed at building a stronger, more prosperous Ondo State.

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GOV AIYEDATIWA HOSTS NMA, PLEDGES MORE INVESTMENT IN HEALTH SECTOR

...Gov promises to review, inaugurate HMB board

Ondo State Governor, His Excellency, Hon Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, on Thursday, pledged to deepen investment in the health sector, assuring the Nigeria Medical Association (NMA), Ondo State chapter, that his administration will continue to strengthen healthcare delivery across the state.

Governor Aiyedatiwa gave the assurance when the newly elected executive members of the NMA paid him a courtesy visit in his office in Akure.

The governor congratulated the new executives, saying their election demonstrated the confidence reposed in them by members of the association.

He also commended the immediate past leadership of the association for their contributions and urged them to continue providing guidance and encouragement to the new executives.

Governor Aiyedatiwa thanked the NMA for recognising his administration’s achievements in the health sector, saying its campaign promises are being translated into visible and verifiable actions capable of positively impacting the people.

“I want to assure you that I will do more, as long as I am here. I will work within the limited resources that are available at my disposal,” he said.

The governor said security of lives and property remain the administration’s first priority, followed by health and education, stressing that no sector would be left behind.

He said his administration inherited a health sector that required a turnaround to better serve the people, adding that education is also a priority because no nation can develop without producing young leaders and the human capital needed in other sectors.

Governor Aiyedatiwa said the government is equipping hospitals and had awarded contracts for 500-bed projects across the state, with contractors already on site.

Responding to the NMA’s concerns on doctors serving as corps members, particularly the difficulty in attracting doctors to Akure, the governor said he would look into the matter.

He disclosed that his administration had increased allowances to attract corps members and is constructing a new structure to provide better accommodation at the corps members’ camp.

On the Ondo State Hospitals Management Board (HMB), Governor Aiyedatiwa said he would review its composition and formally inaugurate the board.

He explained that the former chairman left after his elevation to Secretary to the State Government, while the second member, Dr Segun Ategbole, resigned to contest an election.

The governor said he had appointed a substantive chairman, while Dr Nathaniel Akeredolu had been providing leadership pending the formal inauguration of the board.

“I will look into the composition and do the official inauguration of the board,” he said.

Earlier, NMA Chairman in Ondo State, Dr Roland Arohunmolase, commended Governor Aiyedatiwa for his commitment to the health sector and the welfare of health workers.

He described the governor’s initiatives as revolutionary, saying they had positively impacted residents and health workers.

Arohunmolase commended Governor Aiyedatiwa for implementing the new salary structure approved by the National Wages Commission, describing Ondo as the first state to do so. He said the development had improved workers’ economic wellbeing and service delivery.

He also praised the procurement of state-of-the-art equipment, including a CT scan, and the plan to establish 500-bed hospitals across the state.

In attendance were the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Taiwo Fasoranti; Chief of Staff, Prince Segun Omojuwa; Head of Service, Chief Segun Odusanya; Commissioner for Health, Dr Banji Ajaka; Commissioner for Information, Hon Idowu Ajanaku; Commissioner for Finance, Mrs Omowunmi Isaac; and Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Prof Simidele Odimayo.

Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan,
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State.
September 24, 2026.

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Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has launched Ondo AI, an AI-powered Digital Human Resource Management System to automate civil service personnel administration, payroll, retirement and pension processes.

The system will provide real-time access to accurate personnel data, automate retirement alerts, enable workers to access payslips and personnel records, and help ensure a smoother transition from active service to pension.

Governor Aiyedatiwa said the initiative is aimed at replacing outdated analogue processes, reducing bureaucratic bottlenecks, improving decision-making and strengthening transparency in government.

He charged public servants to ensure the accuracy and integrity of information entered into the system, while the Head of Service, Chief Segun Odusanya, described the platform as a major step towards modernising the state’s public service.

Developed by SmartApps IT Limited, the system also supports Ondo State’s compliance with World Bank HOPE-GO requirements on automation and transparency.

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GOV AIYEDATIWA ROLLS OUT N400M BURSARY, SCHOLARSHIP FOR 13,360 ONDO STUDENTS

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has flagged off the 2026 bursary, scholarship and financial assistance programme for 13,360 students of Ondo State origin, with ₦400 million approved for the scheme.

The beneficiaries include 11,907 bursary recipients, 614 scholarship students, 239 Law School students, 500 medical students on clinical training and 100 physically challenged students.

Governor Aiyedatiwa said the intervention reflects his administration’s commitment to education and human capital development under the “OUR EASE” agenda, stressing that financial hardship should not prevent deserving students from pursuing their education.

Beyond the bursary scheme, the governor highlighted other education initiatives, including the Digital Literacy Programme, which will provide tablets to students in 50 public schools, rehabilitation and construction of 500 basic schools, and efforts to establish UNASTO in Owo, a College of Nursing in Igbokoda and a College of Education in Aboto.

The state also disclosed that ₦633.918 million had been released for 2026 WASSCE registration fees for students in public secondary schools, while the government has approved implementation of the new salary structure for workers in state tertiary institutions.

The government is additionally considering a digital registry and scholarship management platform to identify and manage Ondo State students studying across Nigeria, improve transparency and planning, reduce fraud and help attract more private-sector educational support.

The governor also approved a scholarship and bursary support for the child of late student leader Comrade Mary Ogunga, who died before completing her final Bar examination.

Governor Aiyedatiwa urged beneficiaries to reciprocate the investment by pursuing excellence, maintaining discipline and integrity, and becoming worthy ambassadors of Ondo State.

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Gov Aiyedatiwa on behalf of the people of Ondo State congratulates The Legendary Musician, King Sunny Ade on his 80th birthday.

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ONDO GOVT, VARSITY UNIONS REACH AGREEMENT OVER WAGE DISPUTE

- As Gov Aiyedatiwa approves full implementation of FGN-ASUU wage structure

The Ondo State Government and tertiary institution unions in the state have reached an agreement over the wage dispute arising from the implementation of the new Federal Government and Varsity Unions' wage structure and allowances.

This followed series of meetings between officials of the State Government led by Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa and the leadership of the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU), National Association of Academic Technologists (NAAT) and Non-Academic Staff Union (NASU) in the state-owned universities.

Rising from the meetings, both parties agreed to a comprehensive resolution of all outstanding issues relating to salary adjustments, allowances and other welfare matters.

As part of the resolutions, Governor Aiyedatiwa approved the full domestication of the Federal Government-ASUU agreement on CONUASS for academic staff of Ondo State-owned universities, with implementation to reflect the peculiarities of the state.

The Governor, who described education as a cardinal priority of his administration, assured the unions of his administration’s commitment to sustaining industrial harmony in the state’s tertiary institutions.

According to the Governor, “Our administration will continue to prioritize the welfare of workers, especially in the education sector, because we understand that a motivated workforce is key to academic excellence. We have approved the FGN-ASUU pact for our universities because we want our institutions to compete favourably and our staff to be at par with their counterparts elsewhere.”

He added that the state government will continue to engage all stakeholders to ensure that the state’s tertiary institutions remain centres of excellence without incessant strike actions.

Responding on behalf of the unions, the Adekunle Ajasin University, Akungba-Akoko chapter of ASUU,
commended Governor Aiyedatiwa for his listening disposition and for approving the FGN-ASUU agreement for state universities, describing it as a bold and commendable step that will boost morale of staff.

In a letter addressed to the governor and signed by its Secretary, Dr. Y.K. Kazeem, the union said "the intervention by the governor demonstrated his profound commitment to the welfare of workers and conveys a clear message this his administration is workers friendly".

The unions pledged to reciprocate the governor's gesture by ensuring academic stability and improved productivity in the universities.

Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan,
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State.
September 21, 2026.