Ondo State Governor distributes Operational Vehicles to Security Agencies

Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has distributed twenty-five Hilux vehicles to various security agencies in the state for qualitative service delivery and optimum protection of lives and properties.

Speaking during the presentation ceremony held at the Governor’s office in Akure, Ondo state capital, the Governor emphasized the vital role that the security agencies play in safeguarding the lives and properties of people of the State.

The Governor said: “As an integral part of government functionaries, it is no gain saying that security agencies are pivotal to the overall security architecture of any society. This daunting task often requires patrolling from one location to another. To ease this important yet herculean function, we are providing these high-grade Toyota Hilux vehicles to enhance performance in the discharge of their security mandate.” 

Reflecting on the legacy of his predecessor, the late Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, who was instrumental in establishing the South West Security Network, also known as the Amotekun Corps, Governor Aiyedatiwa reaffirmed his commitment to prioritizing the security and safety of residents.

“I remain steadfastly committed to putting the security and safety of our people first. Since I assumed office, I have consistently emphasized the need for all security stakeholders and state actors to work as one to secure lives and properties,” he added.

The Governor also highlighted the increased need for security during election periods, acknowledging the surge in criminal activities during such times, noting that the new vehicles would motivate and assist security agencies in their critical duties.

Governor Aiyedatiwa promised continued logistic support and urged the security agencies to make good use of the vehicles to maintain law and order in the state.

“It should be noted that these vehicles are in addition to the regular logistic support we have been providing for all our security outfits,” the governor added.

The Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Security, Mr. Gbenga Atiba, and the Ondo State Commissioner of Police, Mr. Abayomi Oladipo, thanked the governor for providing the vehicles despite the high exchange rates, assuring that they will be used strictly for security purposes.