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Public Lecture: Tinubu Doing His Best For National Economy – Aiyedatiwa
By Udesinanna Stephen
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The Ondo State Governor has backed President Tinubu to revive the economy.
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He says the president is well-equipped for the job despite the global challenge of inflation.
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Governor Aiyedatiwa made his view known at a public lecture on economic sustainability.
Akure, Ondo State – Eko Hot Blog reports that Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s efforts to revitalize the national economy, emphasizing that “we all have work to do to bring up the economy.”
He spoke with reporters after a public lecture organized by the Treasure Newspaper, themed “Home Grown Economy as Road Map for Economic Sustainability: Examining the Prospects under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s Administration”.
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The Ondo governor acknowledged the global challenge of inflation, noting that Nigeria is not immune, but expressed optimism that the country can do better.
Governor Aiyedatiwa also praised the president’s commitment to economic recovery.
He highlighted Ondo State’s willingness to collaborate with the Media and concerned bodies to campaign against corruption.
However, Governor Aiyedatiwa disagreed with imposing death sentences as punishment for embezzlement, emphasizing Nigeria’s status as a nation governed by laws.
He believes existing legislation is sufficient to handle cases of fund mismanagement, making capital punishment unnecessary.
Earlier, the governor represented by the Commissioner of Information, in the State, Mr Wale Akinlosotu, congratulated Treasure Newspaper for the initiative describing it as “beautiful and the first of its kind.”
He reiterated Ondo State’s media-friendly stance, expressing willingness to collaborate with Treasure Newspapers and other media outlets to promote public discourse.
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The public lecture, aimed to foster dialogue on economic sustainability, was attended by dignitaries, media professionals, and concerned citizens.
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