• Says new monarch will emerge before May 2027
• Reassures Ijebuland on projects’ economic boom for Ogun East
• Tinubu’s Renewed Hope Initiative takes food relief to vulnerable in Ogun

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has called on the people of Ijebuland to exercise patience and support a peaceful succession process as efforts continue to select a new Awujale.

He said that a new Awujale would emerge before May 29, 2027.

According to a statement made available by his Media Adviser, Kayode Akinmade, in Abeokuta, Abiodun gave the assurance yesterday, during a stakeholders’ meeting in Ijebu-Ode.

The governor, while reaffirming his administration’s commitment to a peaceful succession process for the vacant stool of Awujale, said that when the process is completed, the successor would be widely accepted by the people of Ijebuland.

He, however, called on residents to remain calm and be patient while the necessary processes were being concluded, stressing that the traditional institution played a vital role in preserving the cultural heritage, identity and unity of the people.

In another development, Abiodun highlighted the economic potential of the Ogun East District, citing ongoing oil exploration activities and plans for the proposed Gateway Deep-Seaport in Ogun Waterside Local Council.

IN another development, the First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has assured vulnerable Nigerians of sustained support through the food outreach scheme of the Renewed Hope Initiative, as the programme extended its reach to Ogun State with the distribution of food items to disadvantaged groups.

He said the meeting was convened to strengthen communication between the government and residents, discuss issues affecting the district and present an account of his administration’s achievements over the past seven years.

The governor commended the people of Ijebuland for their support and cooperation, assuring them that his government remained committed to addressing issues affecting the district and maintaining peace across the state.

He expressed confidence that the projects would strengthen local businesses, create jobs for young people and increase the state’s contribution to Nigeria’s economic development.

Besides, he reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to infrastructure provision and investment-friendly policies aimed at improving residents’ welfare, stressing the need for cooperation among government institutions, traditional rulers, communities and private investors.

The governor also acknowledged the Federal Government’s support for critical infrastructure and development initiatives in Ogun State, expressing appreciation for President Bola Ahmed Tinubu‘s cooperation with his administration.

He called for continued collaboration between the federal and state governments, noting that such partnership was important to advancing major projects and unlocking the economic potential of Ogun State.

Meanwhile, representatives of various groups at the meeting, including market men and women, hunters, members of the Council of Baales and Olorituns, commended the governor for engaging grassroots stakeholders and providing a platform for them to discuss issues affecting their communities.

They described the meeting as an opportunity to strengthen communication between the government and the people, noting that direct engagement was important to understanding local concerns and advancing development at the grassroots.

IN another development, the First Lady of Nigeria, Oluremi Tinubu, has assured vulnerable Nigerians of sustained support through the food outreach scheme of the Renewed Hope Initiative, as the programme extended its reach to Ogun State with the distribution of food items to disadvantaged groups.

Senator Tinubu gave the assurance yesterday at the June 12 Cultural Centre, Abeokuta, during the distribution of food items to vulnerable residents of the state.

The First Lady, represented by the wife of the Vice President, Hajiya Nana Shettima, said the initiative was designed to complement the Renewed Hope Agenda of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu by providing direct assistance to families and individuals facing economic hardship.

She said the programme reflected the commitment of the Renewed Hope Initiative to improving family welfare and ensuring that vulnerable Nigerians received support, irrespective of their social status.