Trending news had it that Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, is on live support; other reports say he is dead.
The State of Ondo has officially declared that Governor Rotimi Akeredolu is alive.
The Governor’s alleged demise was refuted by an official statement, which confirmed that Akeredolu is “alive and well.”
In an apparent response to the rumour, a video has been released depicting the Governor watching the FA Cup finals between Manchester United and Manchester City.
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According to the Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Bamidele Ademola-Olateju, it has been discovered that some individuals are attempting to exploit the spread of false information for political gain.
According to her statement, the Governor has been prioritising state affairs and entrusting responsibilities to government officials as needed.
The office of the Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, CON, has been flooded with numerous calls and messages regarding his health status. Amidst allegations of political opportunism, the decision to disregard the malicious falsehood was reversed.
The public is urged to disregard the rumour. According to sources, Rotimi Akeredolu is reported to be alive and well.