Ondo State Government has raised the 2026 budget from N524.411 billion to N769.384 billion, with the additional resources targeted at roads, water, healthcare and other critical infrastructure across the state. The Commissioner for Budget and Economic Planning, Mr Olaolu Akindolire, disclosed this after the State Executive Council meeting, saying...
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Ondo State Government has commenced the implementation of a 60 per cent increase in subventions to its four state-owned tertiary institutions with the payment of the August arrears balance. The development is expected to strengthen the financial capacity of the institutions, particularly in meeting salary obligations and improving staff...
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has inaugurated a Technical Committee to fast-track the revival of the Olokola Free Trade Zone (OKFTZ), following renewed commitment by the Dangote Group to develop Nigeria’s largest industrial and free trade hub in Ondo State. The governor described the move as a major step...
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Monday, called for stronger synergy between the Federal Government and sub-national governments in the implementation of social intervention programmes, insisting that effective delivery depends on collaboration between policymakers and structures closest to the people. Governor Aiyedatiwa made the call while receiving the Minister...
In the ongoing drive to enhance efficiency and deepen service delivery, Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has relieved all political aides of their duties with immediate effect. Those affected are Senior Special Assistants and Special Assistants to the Governor. Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State., Ebenezer...
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has approved and begun the disbursement of ₦2.4 billion in gratuities to 733 retirees from 2018 and 2019 in Ondo State, as part of efforts to clear longstanding pension arrears and restore dignity to retirees. At the flag-off ceremony in Akure, the governor described...
A Federal High Court in Akure, the capital of Ondo State, has restrained Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa from seeking another term in office. Delivering judgment on Thursday, Justice Toyin Bolaji Adegoke ruled that the 1999 Constitution of Nigeria (as amended) does not allow an elected President, Vice President, Governor, or...
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa has secured major investment commitments for Ondo State with the signing of agreements for a Deep Sea Port and a $4 billion petrochemical fertiliser plant at the Ondo State Investment Summit 2026 in Akure. NATIONAL ACCORD reports that the Deep Sea Port project would...
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, on Thursday handed over brand-new Toyota SUVs to traditional rulers across the state, reaffirming his administration’s commitment to the welfare and dignity of the traditional institution. Speaking during the presentation ceremony held in Akure, Aiyedatiwa described the gesture as a landmark effort to strengthen...
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has expressed deep gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for standing by him before, during, and after the November 16, 2024, governorship election in the state. At the same time, he reaffirmed his commitment to fulfilling the pledges made throughout his campaign to the residents...
Supreme Court on Wednesday, September 17, 2025, affirmed the victory of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the November 16, 2024, Ondo State governorship election, solidifying his mandate as the state’s leader. The ruling dismissed challenges from three opposition parties—the People’s Democratic Party (PDP), Social...
Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, has debunked rumours of a rift between him and Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State, describing the allegations as baseless. Tunji-Ojo said his primary concern is supporting different groups that were propagating the good work of President Bola Tinubu in the state. The minister...
In a significant political shift, two Ondo State House of Assembly members, Felix Afe and Tope Agbulu, elected under the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), officially defected to the All Progressives Congress (APC) on Tuesday. Afe represents Akoko North-West 2, while Agbulu represents Akoko South-West 2. Their resignation letters were...
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has rewarded members of the victorious Super Falcons of Ondo origin with N60 million and a house for their outstanding performance in the WAFCON tournament. The governor announced the reward during a reception held in honour of defender Tosin Demehin, the team’s media officer...
Court of Appeal in Akure has affirmed Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s victory in the November 16, 2024, Ondo State governorship election. This decision reinforces the earlier ruling of the Ondo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal, which validated Aiyedatiwa’s election. The November 2024 governorship election in Ondo State saw Aiyedatiwa emerge...
By OLA MODUPE, Akure– Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has nominated 12 individuals to serve as commissioners in his executive council. The nominees’ names have been forwarded to the Ondo State House of Assembly for confirmation. This is contained in a statement issued on Friday in Akure by the...
By OLA MODUPE, Akure – Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) governorship candidate in the 2024 Ondo election, Mr. Agboola Ajayi, has vowed to appeal the State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal’s verdict upholding Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s victory. It would be recalled that the Ondo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal has declared...