The newly appointed Executive Chairman of the Ondo State Competition and Consumer Protection Agency, Oluyemi Fasipe, has assumed office, pledging to strengthen the agency’s effectiveness in protecting consumers and promoting fair competition.
Fasipe, who was appointed by the Ondo State Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, officially resumed at the agency on Monday and was received by members of staff led by the Administrative Secretary, Hajia Kudirat Ola.
Speaking during his first official engagement with the staff, Fasipe said he was briefed on the operations, mandate and ongoing activities of the agency, as well as challenges affecting its effectiveness.
He commended the commitment of the workers and their willingness to support the new leadership in repositioning the agency for greater impact.
Fasipe said his administration would usher in a new era of professionalism, accountability and fairness in the discharge of the agency’s responsibilities.
He said, “We are entering a new era, one defined by professionalism, accountability, fairness and a stronger commitment to protecting the interests of consumers and promoting healthy competition.”
The new chairman added that the rights, safety and well-being of residents would remain a priority under the administration of Governor Aiyedatiwa.
According to him, the agency would ensure that consumers in the state were adequately protected while businesses were provided with a fair and transparent environment to operate.
He said, “There is a lot of work to be done, but I am confident that with the support of the staff, stakeholders and the people of Ondo State, we can build an agency that consumers can trust and businesses can respect.”
Fasipe urged the staff and other stakeholders to work with the new leadership, stressing that the task of repositioning the agency had commenced with his assumption of office.