Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has urged Nigerians to be patient and understanding, stating that the current administration needs time and assistance for the effects of its current economic policies to be felt by all.
Abiodun spoke on Monday during the inauguration of the Governing Council of the Sikiru Adetona College of Education, Science and Technology, Ijebu-Ode, which took place at the Exco Chamber, Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta.
The governor pointed out that despite the fact that Nigeria’s current economic hardship is not peculiar to Nigeria alone, governments at both the federal and state levels have heard the voices of the protesting Nigerian youths.
He said: “Let me use this opportunity to appeal to and thank the youths and students of Ogun State for being law-abiding and for choosing constructive engagement to voice their discontent.
“We have heard your voices; your well-being and welfare are our priority. Both the state and the federal government under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will work hand in glove and continue to be responsive to your demands.
“We only request more patience and understanding as the impact of the implementation of the policies to reposition the economy often takes a bit of time.
“The challenges we face are not unique to us in Nigeria; they are global. By coming together, we can overcome these challenges.”
Abiodun charged the recently appointed members of the Governing Council to use their extensive experience and combined knowledge to improve the college.
He also urged them to make sure that their term brings about fresh, constructive advancements that will support the administration’s endeavours to forge the state’s future.
Abiodun added that the Awujale and Paramount Ruler of Ijebuland, whose name the institution now bears, is extremely passionate about the development of the institution and has begun to raise funds for its development.
In his remarks, the Chairman of the Governing Council, Wole Sowole, thanked the Governor for finding them worthy of the opportunity to take the institution to the next level.
He promised that his team would work towards ensuring the success of the institution
