Aiyedatiwa expands aide’s portfolio to drive investment in Ondo
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has expanded the portfolio of his Special Adviser on Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Summy Smart Francis, to include investment promotion, in a move aimed at boosting
Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has expanded the portfolio of his Special Adviser on Entrepreneurship and Innovation, Summy Smart Francis, to include investment promotion, in a move aimed at boosting economic growth and attracting investors to Ondo State.
The announcement was made at the Ondo Investment Summit 2026, where the governor said the decision was part of efforts to strengthen the state’s economic drive and improve the ease of doing business.
With the new mandate, Francis will now oversee entrepreneurship, innovation, and investment under a single advisory structure.
The government said the move is designed to streamline processes, remove bureaucratic bottlenecks, and create a more coordinated approach to private sector development.
Aiyedatiwa said the consolidation would enhance investor confidence and position Ondo as a competitive destination for both local and foreign investments.
According to him, the state’s economic strategy is anchored on transparency, efficiency, and strong partnerships that can unlock productivity, create jobs, and drive inclusive growth.
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The governor noted that key sectors targeted for expansion include agriculture, technology, energy, infrastructure, and manufacturing.
He added that placing investment promotion and enterprise development under one office would strengthen linkages between startups, small and medium enterprises (SMEs), and large-scale industries, thereby accelerating economic diversification.
The development formed part of deliberations at the summit themed, “The New Ondo: Forging the Pathway to Prosperity,” where government officials, industry leaders, and development partners discussed reforms to improve infrastructure and promote innovation-driven growth.
The administration said the expanded role reflects its commitment to translating policy plans into measurable economic outcomes as the state intensifies efforts to attract capital and stimulate sustainable development.