Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has reiterated his administration’s commitment to encouraging private investment in all sectors to drive the overall growth and development of the state.
The governor made these remarks during a meeting with private sector stakeholders in the state, titled “An Evening with the Governor”, organised by Friends of Lucky and held at the International Centre for Culture and Events in Akure, the Ondo State capital.
Aiyedatiwa said his government had introduced measures to make the state more investment-friendly and promised continued support to investors in developing the state’s economy.
He said: “This is an epochal event that will define our commitment as a people to the socio-economic transformation of Ondo State and will have significance for future generations.
“I would like to reiterate our firm belief that the private sector is not only an engine of economic growth but also an important partner for good governance.
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“By working together, we can achieve a lot together: identify and address pressing challenges, leverage resources and expertise, foster a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship, and ultimately improve transparency and accountability.”
Reflecting on the achievements of his administration, Aiyedatiwa praised the late former Governor Rotimi Akeredolu for initiating many of these initiatives.
He stressed that the establishment of the Ondo State Investment and Development Promotion Agency (ONDIPA) was an important step towards facilitating the ease of doing business in the state.
Aiyedatiwa also spoke on the government’s efforts to make Ondo State an industrial hub, citing the successful partnership with China’s Linyi Province which led to the establishment of the Ondo-Linyi Industrial Centre at Ore Industrial Park.
He noted that this initiative has contributed significantly to the economic growth of the state.
The Governor expressed his confidence in the state’s potential, highlighting its natural and human resources, including fertile land suitable for agriculture, abundant mineral resources and a dynamic young population.
He assured investors of a conducive environment for their investments and stressed the security and tranquility of the state. He also stressed that there is a separate investment promotion agency to streamline business processes.
Two guest speakers, Dr. Abiola Oshodi and Chief Alex Ajipe, stressed the importance of prioritizing public-private partnerships to revive ailing industries and drive the state’s economy.
In his welcoming address, the event chairman, Bankole Joseph Betiku, underlined the importance of the private sector in promoting sustainable economic growth and good governance in Ondo State.
He expressed optimism that the meeting would lead to valuable cooperation and innovative solutions for the future of the state.
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