Residents of Araromi-Obu in Odigbo Local Government Area of Ondo State have expressed joy following Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s approval of a new welfare initiative that provides a ₦20,000 monthly stipend for elderly citizens above 70 years, across the 18 Local Government Area of the state.
Peak Newspaper Nigeria reports that the governor made this known through his Special Adviser on Union Matters and Special Duties, Comrade Bola Taiwo, during the bi-monthly general meeting of the All Progressives Congress (APC) held at the party’s secretariat in Araromi-Obu Ward on Saturday.
Comrade Bola reaffirmed the Aiyedatiwa administration’s unwavering commitment to the welfare of Ondo State residents, particularly the aged and vulnerable.
Highlighting key achievements of the current administration, he noted that Governor Aiyedatiwa has cleared the backlog of salary arrears and leave bonuses owed to civil servants and local government workers. He further disclosed that the state government has disbursed over ₦12 billion to pensioners and retirees, reflecting the governor’s dedication to improving the welfare of workers and senior citizens.
Addressing party members, the APC Chairman in Araromi-Obu, Mr. Omoniyi Olajide, commended the governor’s efforts and called for continued unity and support within the party.
Other dignitaries at the meeting included Chief Charles Meroyi, Chief Fajebe, Hon. Ikumawoyi Tunde, and Hon. Olu Falolu, among others.
