Ondo State at 49: A Footballing Legacy By Sunday Ajibola Ondo State marked its 49th anniversary on Monday. How time flies! If it were a human being, it would be an adult by now—perhaps with a family, children, and even grandchildren. When the late General Murtala Muhammed's short-lived but eventful regime announced the creation of Ondo State, the news was met with jubilation. The elderly, who understood the significance of this development, rejoiced, while we, the younger ones, eagerly joined in the celebrations. Ondo State was carved out of the defunct Western Region, along with Ogun and Oyo States, which were also created on the same day. Looking back, Ondo State started on a strong footing. Many people from Oyo, Ilorin, and Abeokuta chose to make it their home, drawn by the opportunities in the newly created state. Even some expatriates were not left out. Ondo was like a young, untouched land, full of promise for all who sought to grow. In various sectors—agriculture, educati...
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