Ondo 2024: APC aspirant pledges transparency, integrity in governance

Ahead of the governorship primary election in ondo state, one of the leading aspirants of the All Progressive  Congress (APC) and member of House of Representatives, Omo’ba Jimi Odimayo, has formally declared his aspiration for the esteemed position.

Speaking at the APC secretariat during a meeting with the state APC working committee, Omo’ba Odimayo promised transparency, accountability, and integrity in governance.

Omo’ba Odimayo outlined his vision for the state, emphasising unity, progress, and inclusive governance.

He stated that Ondo South people had consistently emphasised their desire for a two-term mandate, urging the APC leadership to prioritise the aspirations of the district by supporting an aspirant capable of leading the state effectively for an extended period of two-term, benefiting both Ondo South and the entire state.

Addressing newsmen in Akure after meeting, Odimayo highlighted the pressing issues facing Ondo state, including inadequate infrastructure, unemployment, healthcare disparities, and educational gaps. 

He pledged to tackle these challenges head-on with innovative solutions and unwavering commitment.

In a bid to address growing concerns over safety and security of Ondo State people, Odimayo pledged to prioritize the protection of every resident emphasizing his unwavering commitment to bolstering the state’s security apparatus.

According to him, his strategy is to strengthen Amotekun, the regional security outfit, and foster seamless collaboration with other law enforcement agencies.

The legislator vowed to make quality healthcare a fundamental human right for every resident of Ondo State, pledging reforms to expand access, upgrade facilities, and address public health challenges head-on. With a commitment to declaring a state of emergency on education, Odimayo promised to overhaul the educational system, ensuring quality and accessible education from primary to tertiary levels, while prioritising youth empowerment.