Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has assured the citizens of the state that there will be equality amongst all ethnic groups ahead of the forthcoming governorship election in the State.
Aiyedatiwas’s Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan, made this known in a post on Facebook today, stating the governor’s dedication in ensuring the security and welfare of the people of Ondo State.
Following the assurance from Governor Ayedatiwa, various ethnic groups in the state including the Hausa, Fulani, Igbo, Akwa Ibom, Ebira, and Igala communities pledged their support and loyalty to his administration ahead of the coming governorship election in the State.
Aiyedatiwa, while emphasising on Nigeria’s collective identity, appreciated the peaceful coexistence of the various tribes in the state, stressing that there will be no discrimination against any ethnic group within the state.
He also assured that his administration would not relent in providing adequate security and an enabling environment for them to thrive in their respective businesses.
He said; “We are all Nigerians with the freedom to reside anywhere, provided we abide by the law. We are governed by the same set of laws, and discrimination has no place in our society. We stand united as one Nigeria, and every law in Ondo State is designed to enhance the welfare of the people”.
Aiyedatiwa went on to also appreciate the endorsement and show of love from the various ethnic groups, assuring them of his unwavering dedication of their interests and reaffirmed that Ondo would always be a welcoming home for all residents.
The APC Chairman of Hausa community in Ondo state, Alhaji Mohammed Shuaibu, echoed their desire to align their collective support for the Governor, highlighting the community’s prayers for the governor to lead the state beyond 2025.
Representing the Igbos, Akwa Ibom, and the old Eastern zone communities, High Chief Kingsley Chukwuma and Emmanuel Oho, urged the government to welcome people from all tribes and provide a supportive environment for their businesses to flourish.
Similarly, Joe Erugha, leader of the Edo tribes, appealed to the Governor to focus on reviving inactive companies in the state to generate job opportunities for the populace.
Speaking on behalf of the Ebira community, Pharmacist Isiah Onimisi stressed their reputation for farming and urged the Governor to give more support to farmers in Ondo State.
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In the same vein, Mr Ali Monday, the Igala community spokesperson in Ondo State, affirmed their allegiance to the present administration, expressing a collective agreement that the entire Igala community would support Governor Aiyedatiwa in the coming election.
