The new Secretary to the State Government in Ondo State, Mr Temitayo Oluwatiyi, has promised governor Rotimi Akeredolu that he will not be an ingrate.
Oluwauyi was sworn in in Akure on Tuesday, following the earlier resignation of Ifedayo Abegunde, who has been lashing out at the governor.
Abegunde said on Monday that Akeredolu did not win the election that brought him, noting that he and other ‘pillars’ manipulated the path for him.
Speaking during the swearing in programme, Oluwatuyi said, “By God’s grace, I assure you that I won’t disappoint. I promise to be loyal and forge ahead in Ondo State. I won’t be an ingrate.”
Ahead of the forthcoming governorship election in the state, Gov. Akeredolu reiterated the commitment of his administration to protection of lives and property.
He explained that any act which would lead to breakdown of law and order during the period would be discouraged.
“May I seize this opportunity to admonish politicians and their hirelings.
“As we move into the season of intense politicking, it is expected of all decent persons to be extremely cautious and maintain public peace.
“We must not be seen to be encouraging any acts or persons with scant regard for the safety and well-being of the people.
“We will sanction all infractions to our laws firmly and promptly,” he said.
The governor also urged the new SSG to remain dedicated so as not to betray the trust reposed in him.
Oluwatuyi thanked the governor for the opportunity given to him to serve the people of the state as SSG.
He further appreciated the confidence reposed in him for a higher responsibility in the present administration.
NAN reports that Oluwatuyi was the former Commissioner for Natural Resources.
the election will hold in October, with the battle likely to be principally between the All Progressives Congress and the Peoples Democratic Party.
