Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, says his administration is determined to strengthen security agencies in the state in a bid to tackle criminals effectively.
The governor also said his government would not spare the rod to rid the state of crimes and criminalities and would continue to empower security agencies with logistics regularly.
He stated this on Tuesday at the presentation of the instrument of appointment and staff of office to the Larogbo of Akotogbo, in Irele Local Government Area of the state, Oba Michael Akinfolarin, in Akotogbo community.
Represented by the Deputy Governor, Chief Olayide Adelami, the governor emphasised that adequate security is paramount to the development of any community, declaring that his administration would ensure criminals had no way in the state.
He said, “Permit me to inform this gathering that the security of the inhabitants of this state is a top priority of our administration, and we shall continue to make concerted efforts to rid our communities of miscreants and other criminals in our dear state.
“There is no denying the fact that the state government has committed enormous resources to strengthening the Amotekun Corps in terms of equipment and human resources.
“This is in addition to funding other security agencies in the state through regular logistical support. This government cannot tolerate a situation where our citizens cannot conduct their daily businesses in a safe environment.”
Aiyedatiwa called on all traditional rulers in the state to always exercise restraints and caution in the use of traditional authority and powers, stressing that the instrument of office should be employed to strengthen the bond of love and unity among their subjects.
He also noted that the unity of the people in every community was a great asset that must be explored for the socioeconomic development of their respective communities.
While congratulating the monarch and the people of Akotogbo, Aiyedatiwa urged all contestants of the stool to join hands with the new monarch for the accelerated development of the town.
The Akotogbo stool became vacant, following the death of late Oba Jolade Turoti, who passed away on May 20, 2009.
