The Guardian (Nigeria)

Ondo govt moves to curb incessant sea incursion in Ayetoro

- Adewale Momoh,

OFrom NDO State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, yesterday, said that the state would seek permanent solution to the incessant sea incursion in the coastal community of Ayetoro in Ilaje Local Council of the state.

The governor, who spoke through the state’s Commission­er for Informatio­n, Bamidele Ademola- Olateju, during a media briefing after the State Executive Council ( SEC) meeting in Akure, the state capital, expressed deep concern over the challenges faced by the community over several years.

Ademola- Olateju said the governor is actively working towards implementi­ng measures that would not only mitigate the immediate impacts but also provide a permanent and sustainabl­e solution to safeguard the affected coastal areas.

The commission­er disclosed that SEC also approved the immediate assumption of office by the newly- appointed Oloje of Igasi in Akoko North West Local Council and the Ibini/ Lebú of Ojuala in Ese- odo Local Council.

She said: "Additional­ly, two warrant chiefs were appointed to facilitate the selection of a new Olusupare of Supareakok­o, and a new Arogbo of Akotogbo was also approved.

"The state government has also taken a significan­t step towards fostering economic developmen­t by approving the State Action Plan on Business Enabling Reforms ( SABRE) programmes. This includes an initiative to illuminate Akure and major cities in the state through a solar- powered project.

"The pilot project, having received SEC'S approval, is set to commence immediatel­y with sample installati­ons at the front of Government House, Alagbaka, Akure."

Commission­er for Environmen­t, Sunday Akinwalire, highlighte­d progress in clearing refuse in the metropolis and the weeding of curbs, as well as plans to improve overall sanitation standards.

Also, Commission­er for Justice, Charles Titiloye, said government would resolve pending court cases initiated by opposition parties regarding the appointmen­t of caretaker committees for local councils and Local Council Developmen­t Areas ( LCDAS).

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