Ondo Guber: BOAN Boss, Hon. Olubunmi Congratulates Gov. Aiyedatiwa

BY GBOGBOWA GBOWA

President of the Barge Operators Association of Nigeria (BOAN) and the Association of West African Exporters and Maritime Professionals (AWAEMAP), Hon. Olumekun Olubunmi has felicitated the Governor of Ondo State, His Excellency Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa for his victory at the just concluded state gubernatorial election.

He urged Governor Aiyedatiwa to take time out to identify key needs of the people in order to deliver impactful governance over and above his predecessors.

In a signed release, Hon. Olubunmi  said that since the people of the state choose to elect him as their leader, the governor should not take their wellbeing for granted even as he urged him to develop the state’s maritime potentials while prioritizing areas it has economic advantages.

In his congratulatory message, Hon. Olubunmi commended Governor Aiyedatiwa for his commitment to public service and urged him to deliver impactful leadership that surpasses the achievements of his predecessors.

“Your Excellency, the people of Ondo State have placed their trust in you to lead them toward prosperity. I urge you to set a new standard of governance by implementing policies that prioritize the well-being of the people and the sustainable development of the state,” he stated.

A firm advocate for the growth of Nigeria’s Blue Economy and the optimization of its inland waterways, Hon. Olubunmi emphasized the transformative potential of these sectors in driving economic growth and creating sustainable livelihoods.

He therefore urged Governor Aiyedatiwa to explore the vast opportunities within the Blue Economy to further strengthen Ondo State’s economy and position it as a hub for maritime activities.

Reiterating his belief in the immense potential of Nigeria’s waterways, the BOAN leader waxed philosophical  by referencing the popular phrase, “Ọba Ọmí ju Ọba Òkè”, in Yoruba language which means: “The potentials in the water are greater than those on the land.”

Hon. Olumekun highlighted the untapped opportunities in maritime trade, transportation, tourism, and fisheries, which could significantly boost the state’s revenue and create jobs for its people.

As a leader deeply invested in the progress of Nigeria’s maritime and export sectors, Hon. Olumekun expressed his readiness to collaborate with the Ondo State Government in initiatives aimed at harnessing the Blue Economy for the benefit of the people.

He concluded by wishing Governor Aiyedatiwa a successful tenure and pledged his unwavering support for efforts geared toward advancing Ondo State and Nigeria as a whole.