Ondo At 50 Enters Third Day With 5KM Health Walk In Akure 

… As Governor Aiyedatiwa Leads 

By Samuel Sunday 

The people of Ondo State on Saturday witnessed the third day of the activities marking the 50 years anniversary of  State creation with a 5 kilometre health walk in Akure, the State Capital just as the Executive Governor of Ondo State, Dr Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa led the health walk.

During the health walk held on Saturday morning, the Governor of Ondo State, Dr Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa  emphasised the importance of physical fitness and spiritual renewal as essential pillars for healthy living and effective service while addressing the press at the Akure township stadium after leading workers and the people of the state on a walk from the Government House in  Alagbaka. 

Members of the State Executive Council, political appointees and party faithful joined the governor on the health walk, while residents who trooped out in their large numbers were elated with the exercise.

Governor Aiyedatiwa urged residents to remain committed to renewing their strength, both physically and spiritually.

Drawing from biblical references, he said waiting upon God renews strength, adding that participants had demonstrated resilience by completing the walk without fainting.

According to him, the health walk was a vital component of the anniversary programme, stressing that the body, which carries the soul and spirit, must be kept in good shape to function effectively.

He explained that regular physical exercise supports cardiovascular health, improves breathing and enhances overall wellbeing, noting that a weak or sick body could affect both the soul and spiritual connection.

The Governor expressed satisfaction with the turnout and the successful conduct of the exercise, noting that no injury was recorded.

He thanked members of the anniversary planning committee, led by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr Taiwo Fasoranti and announced that anniversary activities would continue with a thanksgiving service at St. Thomas Church, Akure, on Sunday.