Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has approved automatic employment for seven National Youth Service Corps members who distinguished themselves during their service year in the state, while also presenting ₦1 million each to 66 award recipients in recognition of exceptional academic and professional achievements.

The governor announced this during a presentation of awards to outstanding education achievers at the Cocoa Conference Centre, Governor's Office, Akure.

Beyond the employment offers, Aiyedatiwa honoured outstanding students, teachers and recipients of national awards, describing the gesture as a demonstration of his administration's commitment to promoting excellence, rewarding merit and retaining exceptional talent within Ondo State.

"This event is a celebration of excellence and a reminder that the quality of a society's human capital remains its greatest asset. The awardees have brought honour to Ondo State through their academic achievements, innovation, discipline and commitment to excellence," he stated.

The governor added that the honourees had not only excelled in their respective fields but had become ambassadors of the state and role models for future generations.

"You have not only excelled in your various endeavours, but have also become worthy ambassadors of the Sunshine State and inspiring role models for future generations," he said.

Aiyedatiwa also paid tribute to teachers, describing them as the architects of human capital development and the unsung heroes behind the success stories being celebrated, commending their dedication to shaping the next generation of leaders.

He stressed that sustained investment in human capital remains critical to the state's long term development, framing the awards and employment offers as part of a broader strategy to build and retain a skilled workforce in Ondo State.