Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, on Tuesday handed over buses to major workers’ and retirees’ unions in the state as part of efforts to enhance mobility, coordination, and service delivery.
The beneficiaries include the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC), Trade Union Congress (TUC), Nigeria Union of Teachers (NUT), and the National Union of Pensioners (NUP).
Governor Aiyedatiwa said the initiative was aimed at easing transportation challenges for union executives, enabling them to engage effectively with government offices and better serve their members.
Handing over the first bus to the NLC, Aiyedatiwa expressed confidence that government workers, with the new facility, would deliver promptly and efficiently. He also presented buses to the TUC, highlighting improved mobility for better service delivery.
Addressing the NUT, the governor, a former teacher, urged members to use the bus to strengthen service delivery in 2026. “As a former teacher, I present this bus to support your mobility and ensure efficient service to your members,” he said.
Retirees were not left out. Aiyedatiwa said: “Retired, but not tired. This facility will allow you to move your executives with ease and support members in engaging government offices efficiently.”
He urged all unions to use the vehicles responsibly, describing the initiative as a reflection of the state government’s commitment to collaboration and improved public service.
On the same day, Governor Aiyedatiwa launched the ₦5 million Emblem Appeal Fund to mark the 2026 Armed Forces Remembrance Day. He also donated his one-month salary to inaugurate the 2026 emblem.
The ceremony, held at the Cocoa Conference Centre, Governor’s Office, Akure, honoured men and women who laid down their lives defending Nigeria during wars, insurgencies, terrorism, and peacekeeping missions.
The governor commended security agencies for their professionalism and pledged continued support for serving and retired officers. He also congratulated the newly elected State and Area Council Executives of the Nigerian Legion, describing their leadership as timely and critical.
“Armed Forces Remembrance Day is more than a ceremony. It reminds society of its duty to the families, widows, children, and dependents of those who paid the supreme price for freedom,” he said.
Acknowledging hardships faced by families of fallen heroes, the governor revealed that the state government had increased financial support to the Legion and called on corporate organizations, NGOs, and individuals to partner with the government in supporting veterans.
Dr. Seun Osamaye, Commissioner for Women Affairs and Social Development, urged stakeholders to support families of fallen heroes and incapacitated soldiers. She said the Emblem Appeal Fund would raise resources for veterans’ welfare, educational programmes, and commemorative activities.
Major Folorunso Akingboju, Chairman of the Nigerian Legion, Ondo State Command, commended the governor for his unwavering support for veterans, widows, orphans, and dependents. He reiterated that the welfare of veterans remains a top priority, with ongoing support in health, education, and financial empowerment programmes.
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