The Ondo State Government will always partner organizations whose interests are centred on deepening democracy and promotion of human dignity.
Speaking while playing host to the Country Representative of the International Republican Institute, IRI, in his office, the Ondo State Governor,Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, said rights of citizens and promotion of their well-being are important factors to be considered for any partnership with any organization.
The governor who commended the IRI for its invaluable contributions at ensuring that political activities in Nigeria conform with global best practices described as salutary the integration of two persons living with disabilities representatives IRI academy graduates, Janet Mohammed. T (Deaf) and Folashade Arise (physically challenged) into its programmes.
Earlier the Country Representative , Mr Sentell Barnes had lauded the commitments of the State Government under the leadership of Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, to the welfare of citizens of the state.
Mr Barnes assured the governor that his organisation would always be available to collaborate with the State Government on areas that will enlarge the frontiers of democratic values.
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