The Ondo State government has administered the oath to Dr. Olaide Adelami, previously the Deputy Clerk of the National Assembly, formally instating him as the new Deputy Governor.
Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, addressing the swearing-in ceremony of Adelami in Akure, stated that the dissolution of the cabinet inherited from the late Governor Rotimi Akeredolu was carried out with good intentions.
Aiyedatiwa added that he “harbors neither ill wind nor animosity towards no one” by the decision to dissolve the cabinet.
According to him “decision to dissolve the State Executive Council precisely on Wednesday, 24th January was in good faith.
“The decision was borne out of a genuine response to the yearnings and aspirations of the people and the need to rejuvenate and reinvigorate this administration for maximum delivery on our mandate.
“We also needed to minimize unnecessary distractions usually associated with Cabinet Members and other appointees in an election year like we have in Ondo State.
‘This is the standard practice in sane climes. Government needs to be less encumbered by politicking and pave way for interested individuals to pursue their aspirations while simultaneously guaranteeing continued enjoyment of good governance to our people in the Sunshine State.’
‘We have a sacred duty to our people not to sacrifice good governance on the altar of individual, though legitimate, pursuit of political aspirations.’
Aiyedatiwa declared ‘We harbor neither ill-wind nor animosity towards no one.’
Asking the new deputy governor to serve with diligence and patriotism, the governor reiterated the administration’s strong stance against corruption, emphasizing zero tolerance.
According to him “We expect you to demonstrate transparent, open and accountable leadership in your new office.
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“You must also avoid discrimination as you have the entire State as your constituency, rather than serving sectional interests.
Aiyedatiwa, described the deputy governor as ”a seasoned technocrat, administrator, philanthropist and politician who had served the nation creditably at various levels, including serving as Deputy Clerk of the National Assembly.
”He is an urbane gentleman who had paid his dues in the service and development of Ondo State, and the nation at large.
Dr. Adelami, in his acceptance speech, committed to total loyalty to the governor, promising unwavering dedication to the responsibilities entrusted to him.
Dr. Adelami affirmed his intention to cooperate with the governor, stating that they would join forces to improve the quality of life for the people in every aspect within the state.
Appealing for support, he underscored the need to bolster the governor’s commitment to good governance, pointing out the evident positive transformation that has occurred across all sectors of the state within a month.
The deputy governor vowed to contribute his wealth of experience from both public and private sectors to facilitate the transformative growth of the state.