By Ayodele Oni
The Ondo State Executive Council has approved the enforcement of the death penalty for persons convicted of kidnapping, and cultism, as part of efforts to strengthen security and ensure the safety of residents across the state.
This was disclosed by the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Dr Olukayode Ajulo (SAN), during a press briefing held on Saturday, after the State Executive Council meeting presided over by Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.
Government reiterated its commitment to ensuring peace, infrastructure development, and grassroots governance across all parts of the state.
According to the Commissioner, the Council discussed key security concerns and resolved to begin the process of repealing certain laws relating to kidnapping in the state.
Ajulo noted that kidnapping and cultism have become major threats to safety and public order, adding that strengthening relevant legal frameworks would help deter such crimes and improve the overall security landscape.
He disclosed that proposals would soon be transmitted to the House of Assembly for necessary legislative action, including sentencing convicted kidnappers to death.
Also speaking, Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure, Lands and Housing, Engr. Abiola Olawoye, revealed that the Executive Council approved the construction of two major dual carriageway road projects in the state.
The first is the construction of a 24.75-kilometre dual carriageway in Okitipupa and a 6.7-kilometre dual carriageway from Supare Junction – Akungba – Ikare Road in Akoko area.
The specifications are similar, including a 9.3-metre carriageway on either side, 1.2-metre median, reinforced concrete line drains, walkways, a 3-metre utility area, solar-powered streetlights, and traffic management systems. It is also built to withstand heavy vehicular movement.
In addition to these, the Council approved the provision and installation of 6,000 standalone solar streetlights across the three senatorial districts—2,000 each for Ondo North, Ondo Central, and Ondo South. This, according to Engr. Olawoye, is part of the state’s agenda to improve safety and public lighting infrastructure.
In the health sector, Special Adviser to the Governor on Health, Prof Simidele Odimayo, also spoke on efforts to combat the spread of Lassa fever in the state, saying that a new research-based approach has been adopted to eliminate the disease.
He highlighted recent successes in testing, referrals, and surveillance, which have already helped in managing cases effectively.
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