Leaders and residents of the 33 Local Council Development Areas (LCDAs) in Ondo State have expressed deep appreciation to Governor Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa for his bold advocacy during the South-West Centre B public hearing organized by the House of Representatives Committee on the Review of the 1999 Constitution.
In a statement issued, the LCDAs commended the governor for demanding constitutional recognition of the council development areas as full-fledged local government areas in the First Schedule of the Nigerian Constitution.
They described the move as a historic step toward strengthening grassroots governance and promoting inclusive development across the state.
The statement read in part: “Your unequivocal demand for the constitutional recognition of our LCDAs is a clear testament to your unwavering commitment to bringing governance closer to the people and ensuring that no community is left behind in the journey of development.”
The LCDAs also praised Aiyedatiwa’s firm stance on critical national issues such as true federalism, resource control, and state policing, noting that his position reflects patriotism, foresight, and a strong commitment to justice.
They pledged continued support for the governor’s administration, especially in its efforts to promote a people-oriented and inclusive constitutional framework.
“Thank you for speaking boldly for us,” the statement concluded.
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