Ondo State is preparing for a change in leadership following the tragic passing of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu. The state’s acting governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, is set to be sworn in as the substantive governor today.
A reliable source at the state House of Assembly revealed that Aiyedatiwa, currently out of the state, is expected to return in time for the swearing-in ceremony scheduled for 4 p.m. The Chief Judge of the state, Justice Olusegun Odusola, will administer the oath of office.
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The announcement of Governor Akeredolu’s demise was made by the Information and Orientation Commissioner, Mrs Bamidele Ademola-Olateju, who described him as an “extraordinary leader.” Akeredolu, who held the position of Governor and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), passed away in Germany, where he was undergoing medical treatment for complications arising from protracted prostate cancer.
The Ondo State Government conveyed its deep gratitude to President Bola Tinubu for his support during Akeredolu’s illness. The statement also mentioned that further details about the funeral arrangements would be released by the family and the state government.
Governor Akeredolu’s legacy was highlighted in the statement, recognizing his unwavering dedication not only to Ondo State but also to the entire Southwest region and the nation.
Described as a courageous leader and exemplar of integrity, Akeredolu’s passing leaves a profound void in the hearts of those who knew him.
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While the weight of this loss is described as truly unbearable, the statement finds solace in the knowledge that Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu lived a purposeful life devoted to the service of God Almighty.
As Ondo State mourns, attention now turns to the swearing-in of Acting Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, who is poised to take up the mantle of leadership in this challenging time.
