Lucky Aiyedatiwa

Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa (born 12 January 1965) is a Nigerian businessman and politician who has served as governor of Ondo State since 2023. He previously served as deputy governor of Ondo State from 2021 to 2023 under Governor Rotimi Akeredolu. He is a former commissioner of Niger Delta Development Commission.

Quotes

• I’m really overwhelmed with gratitude, greatly humbled and honoured by that renewed merit given to me by the people of Ondo State by coming out in their hundreds of thousands to cast their vote for my party, the All Progressives Congress (APC) and by extension for myself, to continue to be their governor beyond 2025, when this very tenure will be ending.

• When it comes to being active politically, not everybody who registered is very active politically. So, if you look a the records, not just in Ondo State, but in every other election in other states, that has been happening.
• I would like to start with just clarifying a bit of sanity as regards to this matter. Let me establish some truth so that the general public can have a better understanding of what has been and what is now. A lot has been said on social media and there are a lot of misconceptions and opinions trying to distort the truth.
• But the truth is that I have never at any time declared to anybody that I am going to contest an election. I have said this about a year ago. It is not time for any governorship election in this state.
• There is no timetable. There is no sign of any election and I have not expressed interest at any time that I am going to run for the office of the governor again because it is not yet time.
• We are going to give land to our people through reclamation in the days ahead. This will not be the end.
• It is the general need of our people; this is what they needed for now. As a responsive government, we could not afford to be indifferent. Today’s commissioning is therefore a practical response to genuine needs.
• The construction of concrete walkways is a direct response to the most pressing needs of the people.
• It is a bold declaration that the future of our country depends on unlocking the immense potential of women in every community and sphere of public life. Historically, societies that have attained enduring greatness succeeded in doing so because of inclusiveness; harnessing the gifts, intellect, resilience and leadership of both men and women
• Women are very critical to the uplifting and development of any society. They are the unseen architects of society. Women nurture families, preserve values, sustain local economies, resolve conflicts and shape future generations. Increasingly, they are also transforming public administration, entrepreneurship, technology, education, agriculture and governance.

• Not any more should cultural stereotypes, economic barriers and systemic limitations be allowed to impede the realisation of their full potential. We ask not for sympathy in this noble cause but demand a well-orchestrated and deliberate action. We must be unrelenting in this advocacy that aligns with initiatives such as Project 774 Explode.
• We must be proud of the appreciable progress we have recorded in this direction, yet we honestly admit that significant gaps still exist. We, therefore, like to advocate for intentional and greater inclusion of women in elective offices, leadership positions and strategic decision making structures.
  • [https://punchng.com/aiyedatiwa-calls-for-more-inclusion-of-women-in-political-positions/[
• Let us put aside our differences and work together to create a brighter future for ourselves, our children, and our communities.

• Now that the elections are over, it is time to rededicate ourselves to the service of our dear state. I therefore want to extend a hand of fellowship to the opposition parties and to invite you to collaborate with us in the onerous task of building a better Ondo State for the overall good of our people.