Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has presented Toyota Hilux vehicles to the newly inaugurated local government chairmen across the state’s 18 local government areas.
The official presentation ceremony, held on Monday at the Government House, Akure, reaffirmed the administration’s commitment to strengthening grassroots governance and enhancing service delivery at the local level.
Addressing the chairmen, Governor Aiyedatiwa emphasized that the provision of the vehicles was aimed at improving their mobility and efficiency in discharging their duties. He reiterated the crucial role of local government administration in governance and assured continued support to ensure effective service delivery.
“This administration prioritizes grassroots development, and we are committed to supporting the local government system in every way possible. Personally, I believe in local government autonomy and will wholeheartedly support it. These vehicles are not for luxury but to help you reach every corner of your local government and serve the people better.” — Governor Aiyedatiwa
The Governor urged the chairmen to uphold accountability, transparency, and responsiveness to the needs of their communities, stressing that their success at the local level would significantly contribute to the overall development of Ondo State.
In his remarks, the Chairman of the Association of Local Governments of Nigeria (ALGON), Ondo State Chapter, and Chairman of Akure South Local Government, Gbenga Fasua, expressed gratitude to Governor Aiyedatiwa for the initiative. He assured the Governor
