Ondo State farmers residing in government reserve areas have pledged their support for Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa in the November 16 governorship election. At a meeting held at Chief Albert Ewerinde Adetona’s residence in Ondo town, the farmers unanimously agreed to mobilize thousands of members to vote for Aiyedatiwa, describing him as the “right and credible candidate” ¹ ².
Aiyedatiwa’s administration has implemented projects benefiting farmers, including:
- Construction of New Farm Settlement Roads in Akure South/North Local Government Areas
- Agricultural Inputs Supply Agency (AISA), ensuring year-round availability of agricultural inputs
- Ondo State Agribusiness Empowerment Centre (OSAEC), empowering farmers
- Cocoa Revolution and Management Agency, boosting cocoa production
The farmers praised Aiyedatiwa’s special intervention in their welfare and urged eligible voters to cast their votes for him, citing his proven track record ¹ ². Notable attendees, including Chief Abidolu Bale of Olorunsogo and Chief Rotimi of Ikawo Village, promised Aiyedatiwa would secure the highest number of votes in their communities.
However, it’s worth noting that the Ondo State Government has previously stated that farmers in forest reserves are illegal occupants and has plans to evict them to make way for industrialization ³. Despite this, Chief Adetona assured the All Progressives Congress of the group’s votes and unwavering support for Aiyedatiwa.
