Oyo State government has assured the people of the state that it would not renege on its electioneering campaign promises.
The Deputy Governor, Engr. Rauf Olaniyan, gave the assurance in Ibadan at the Jumaat service at Oja’ba Central Mosque as part of the events heralding the new government in the state.
He stated, “Governor Seyi Makinde is a man of his words, a man of honour who is very committed to every single promise he made during the campaign in order to make life meaningful for the generality of the people”.
The Deputy Governor reiterated the present administration’s determination to fulfill its promises and ensure that peace reigned supreme in all nooks and crannies of the state by not allowing any form of brigandage or lawlessness from any individual or group of people no matter how highly placed.
In his sermon, the Chief Imam of Ibadanland, Alhaji Abdul Ganiy Ajigbotomokekere, called on the people and residents of the state to co-operate with the new government, while charging the government to ensure to safety of lives and property throughout the state.
The Jumat service was attended by top government officials led by the state Head of Service, Alhaja Amidat Ololade Agboola, Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, state chairman, Alhaji Kunmi Mustapha, and other members of the party in the state.
Church thanksgiving service is expected to take place on Sunday.