Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has appointed 1,200 political assistants across the state as part of efforts to deepen democratic participation and bring governance closer to the people.
According to the Special Adviser on Media and Strategy, Hon. Kayode Akinmade, the initiative is designed to strengthen grassroots governance by ensuring every ward has direct representation in government activities.
“The newly appointed political assistants are to support the delivery of democratic dividends, articulate the needs of their respective wards, and communicate these needs to the state government. They are also expected to provide accurate feedback from the government to the wards and vice versa,” Akinmade explained in a statement.
He noted that five assistants have been chosen from each of the 236 wards in Ogun State, stressing that the appointments fulfill Governor Abiodun’s electoral promise of inclusivity.
“This initiative is a strategic effort to strengthen democratic governance across all nooks and crannies of the state. It demonstrates Governor Abiodun’s commitment to running an all-inclusive government that values the people’s input in shaping policies and initiatives,” he added.
The state government urged the new appointees to work diligently in contributing to the development of their wards, local governments, and the state at large.
