The governorship ambition of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo on Tuesday, received a boost, as farmers in the government reserve areas in the state, threw their weight behind his aspiration.
The farmers who pledged their unalloyed support and unwavering loyalty to the election bid of the governor, said Aiyedatiwa has created a sharp impact within a short period in power.
Speaking after the meeting of the farmers, the President of the group, Chief Albert Ewerinde Adetona, described Aiyedatiwa’s candidacy as a divine mandate, which they believe will salvage Ondo State from the brink of collapse.
Adetona who highlighted several ongoing developmental projects across the state under Aiyedatiwa’s capital projects to include, the construction of new farm settlement roads in Akure South/North Local Government Areas and special intervention in the welfare of farmers within the reserves.
The group urged eligible voters in Ondo State to exercise their franchise wisely by casting their votes for Aiyedatiwa, whom they described as the only formidable candidate, based on his proven track record.
He commended Aiyedatiwa for taking various steps to develop and improve the lives of farmers and investors in the state, nothing that numerous developmental projects and policies implemented over the past eight months by the governor are unequal.
Adetona assured the All Progressives Congress of the group’s votes and unwavering support, saying farmers from various farm settlements have decided to support Aiyedatiwa .
He said that the farmers in the reserve areas would secure the highest number of votes in their respective communities.
The meeting was attended by all community representatives, while the farmers unanimously resolved to mobilise thousands of their members to support and vote for Governor Aiyedatiwa, citing his deep concern for the welfare of the masses.
Also in attendance were; Chief Abidolu Bale of Olorunsogo, Kahi Olonileowo Oloja of Oloja Oloruntedo, Chief Rotimi of Ikawo Village, Phillip Banjo, General Chairman of Laoso Community, Chief Adekunle Akinwale Bale of Abana Village, Oloja Dammy Alagbado of Alli Village, Alhaji Moshood of Tokunbo Village, Chief Alaba of Onikoko Village, Mr Oluwa Tosin of Adejori Camp, and Mr Olabanji Bolawa of Iluha Community.
