Governor of Ondo State, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has stated that the legacies of the former late governor of the state, Olusegun Agagu, will be built upon by his administration.

The governor, who stated this during his campaign tour to the Okitipupa Loc Council of the State, said that he considers himself fortunate to be the third governor emerging from the Southern Senatorial District, following in the legacies of service established by his predecessors.

While acknowledging the foundational infrastructure established by the late Agagu, the governor promised to build on his achievements, especially in the area of road construction.

To further support growth in Ikaleland, the Aiyedatiwa pledged to facilitate the establishment of an airstrip facility in the local government.

He said, “This will make it easier for investors to access the region, facilitating business and economic opportunities and growth.”

He also provided reassurance regarding the proposed deep seaport project in the south, confirming that work would commence after the election in the coming year.

The governor also disclosed that a 20-kilometre road construction project in the Southern Senatorial District has already been approved, aiming to enhance connectivity in the region.

Speaking on behalf of the monarchs, the Abodi of Ikaleland, Oba George Babatunde Faduyile, Adegun II, expressed support for governor Aiyedatiwa, remarking that, true to his name, “Lucky,” the governor had indeed brought fortune to the Ikale people.

“We are blessed to have a leader like you; there is already a sense of peace and stability in the land,” the Abodi said, just as he prayed for the governor’s success in the coming election.”

Meanwhile, members of the Ondo State Farmers’ Congress have declared their support for Aiyedatiwa ahead of next week’s gubernatorial election.

The endorsement came during the unveiling of a 10 billion naira mixed-use housing project and the inauguration of new executive members of the Congress on Friday at the Gani Fawehinmi Freedom Arcade in Akure.

Hundreds of farmers from across the 18 local government areas of the state expressed their support for Governor Aiyedatiwa’s leadership and his impact on the agricultural sector in Ondo State.

The President of the Ondo State Farmers’ Congress, Monilari Abayomi, lauded the governor for his dedication to agriculture, particularly his policies that have fostered progress and innovation among farmers.