….NGF Mourns

By Amaechi Agbo

Ondo State Governor, Mr Rotimi Akeredolu is dead. Mr Akeredolu reportedly died in Lagos on Wednesday morning after suffering prolonged leukaemia at the age of 67

Before his demise, Akeredolu, few days ago, handed over to his deputy Lucky Aiyedatiwa before proceeding for another round of medical vacation.

Akeredolu experienced health issues after seeking medical treatment abroad in June.

Although he returned to Nigeria in September, he remained in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State

Meanwhile, the Nigeria Governors’ Forum, NGF has expressed sadness over the passing of their former colleague, late Akeredolu.

Kwara State Governor and chairman of the Forum AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq in a statement on Wednesday expressed sadness on the death of Ondo State Governor Olurotimi Akeredolu (SAN), describing him as an exceptional statesman who made indelible marks in public service.

“My heartfelt condolences go to the Progressives Governors’ Forum, the government and people of Ondo State, the Nigerian Bar Association (NBA), as well as the immediate family of my dear brother and colleague His Excellency Olurotimi Akeredolu SAN,” the Governor said in a personal statement.

“A frontline lawyer and conscientious politician of progressive bent, His Excellency would be remembered for his courage, patriotism, and immeasurable contributions to the constitutional and sociopolitical development of Nigeria.

“As painful as his exit is to all of us, we take solace in his fine legacies as a gentleman and statesman. We ask God to repose his soul and look after his family.” the release signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Rafiu Ajakaye said