Ondo Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa sacked all special assistants on Monday. He announced plans to appoint about 1,000 new aides from across the state.
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa directed the immediate disengagement of all political aides in Ondo State. The move aimed to reposition his administration for better performance and effective service delivery.
Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Ebenezer Adeniyan, disclosed the decision in a statement on Monday. Adeniyan said the affected officials included all Senior Special Assistants and Special Assistants who served under the current administration.
Adeniyan added that Governor Aiyedatiwa appreciated the contributions of the outgoing aides to the growth of the state. The governor wished them success in their future pursuits.
Governor Aiyedatiwa decided to appoint around 1,000 new aides. These appointments will draw from the 203 wards across the 18 local government areas of Ondo State. Officials said the step would enhance grassroots participation and inject renewed energy into the system.
The governor’s team presented the decision as a deliberate effort to strengthen local involvement in governance. No further details on the selection process or specific roles emerged immediately.
This development came as part of broader efforts by Governor Aiyedatiwa to reorganize his administration. Earlier actions included isolated sackings of individual aides and occasional resignations from media team members. The latest move affected a wider group of political appointees at once.
Governor Aiyedatiwa has led Ondo State since he assumed office. His administration has focused on service delivery and state development projects. The mass disengagement and planned appointments marked a significant shift in the structure of his support team.
The announcement ended months of speculation about potential changes in the governor’s circle of aides. It also signaled a fresh approach to engaging communities at the ward level. Observers awaited further details on timelines for the new appointments and their impact on governanc.
