Governor Olusegun Mimiko of Ondo State has terminated the appointment of his over 400 Special Assistants (SAs) and Senior Special Assistants (SSAs).

According to a statement issued by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Mr Enny Akinsola, Mimiko announced the disengagement of his aides during a meeting he held with them at the government house, Akure.

It said Governor Mimiko expressed gratitude to all the aides for their selfless services to the state.

Also, the Governor solicited for the continued support of his former aides to his administration.

He noted that the disengagement became necessary in view of the restructuring and repositioning efforts of his government for better service delivery.

“I can only thank you for your services to the government and people of this State who elected us for the delivery of sundry democratic dividends. I appreciate your selflessness and dedication and wish you well in your future endeavours,” Mimiko said.

The Governor also prayed God to reward his former aides for their contributions to the development of the state.