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Ailing Ondo governor, Akeredolu prepares to return to office

The ailing governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu is getting ready to return to office as soon as his medical team gives him the green light. Recall that following his ill health and pressures from different political quarters in Ondo State, Governor Rotimi Akeredolu formally wrote to notify the State House of Assembly that he is embarking on leave and that his deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, should act as governor.

Ondo State governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu The Speaker of the House, Olamide Oladiji, in a statement, said Mr Akeredolu embarked on the 21-day leave for medical treatment abroad from 7th June and that he will be away until 6th July. According to the letter, the leave will extend to the 6th of July due to public holidays on June 12 (Democracy Day) and Eid el Kabir (28th and 29th June. As the one-month leave ends, Akeredolu has stated that he was touched by the extraordinary outpouring of genuine affection, prayers and solidarity from the people. In a statement by his Commissioner for Information, Bamidele Ademola-Olateju, Akeredolu said that the ceaseless evocation of prayers and messages of goodwill for his full recovery have been serving as a comforting salve and a revitalizing tonic. He also expressed his deep appreciation to the citizens of the state for their unwavering prayers and messages of goodwill, as he continues his recovery and strives to regain good health. According to him, “the gestures have not only bolstered his determination to stand on his feet once again but have also served as a driving force for him to continue serving the people, particularly the esteemed residents of Ondo State. “Similarly, he extended his gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as well as his team members, party leaders, fellow Governors, and the members of the State House of Assembly. “This unprecedented display of genuine affection and solidarity have been a soothing balm and the reinvigorating elixir sustaining the determination, not only for the amiable Governor to stand on his feet, but also, and more importantly, for him to continue his service to the people, particularly the good people of Ondo State. “The Governor thanks the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and members of his team, all party leaders, his brother Governors and the members of the State House of Assembly for their support. “He is in high spirits and expects to join the people of the State as soon as his doctors consider it expedient.”

Ondo APC calls for prayers for Akeredolu who’s battling with health issues

Governor Rotimi Akeredolu Ade Adetimehin, the Ondo State Chairman of the ruling All Progressives Congress, has urged the people of the state to keep praying for Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, who has been dealing with health problems lately. Adetimehin accused the opposition parties of allegedly politicising the health condition of the governor, pleading that what all the people in the state needed at present were prayers for the governor to recover quickly.

Governor Rotimi Akeredolu The chairman stated this on Sunday while speaking in Akure, the state capital. According to him, the health issue of the governor was not so serious that he would not be able to resume his official position as governor of the state. He said, “Some individuals and groups have taken it upon themselves to spread false news and rumors about his (Akeredolu’s) death. It is disheartening to see that some people would wish death upon a fellow human being. Such actions are unfair and should be condemned by all well-meaning individuals. “The opposition has also been quick to malign the governor’s family, accusing them of not doing enough to take care of the governor’s illness. Such accusations are falsely disrespectful, flippant and callous. “What Arakunrin Akeredolu and the family requires at this period is our support and prayers for the full recovery of their family patriarch. Arabinrin Betty Akeredolu and her children have been doing their best in taking care of the governor. “We must continue to pray for the governor’s recovery and stand by the family in these difficult times. Akeredolu is a good man who loves the downtrodden and deserves all the support and prayers for a full recovery from his illness.”

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Akeredolu writes Ondo House of Assembly to transmit power to deputy as he embarks on medical leave

Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has submitted a letter to the Ondo State House of Assembly informing the lawmakers to transmit power to his deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa to act as the governor of the state as he embarks on 21-day medical leave.

Ondo Deputy governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa Akeredolu directed the letter to Olamide Oladiji, the Speaker of the Ondo State House Assembly. The letter stated that the leave, which started on June 7, has been extended to July 6, 2023, due to the public holidays on June 12 (Democracy Day) and Eid el Kabir (June 28th and 29th, 2023). The letter also read that Akeredolu, who had directed his Deputy, Hon.Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa to act as the Governor while away, has assured of his resumption on the 6th of July, 2023. Recall that GistReel reported on Monday that there was tension amongst members of the Ondo State Executive Council over the Deputy Governor’s alleged attempt to challenge Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu for the governorship seat following rumours of his ill health.

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Governor Akeredolu is alive – Ondo government declares

Ondo state government has dismissed the claim of Governor Rotimi Akeredolu passing on days after it was reported that he’s ill and in critical condition. Sahara Reporters had reported that the Governor’s family had asked security agents and the politicians around him to turn off their phones to prevent photos of his alleged emaciated look from getting out.

Governor Rotimi Akeredolu. Source: Getty It was also alleged that Akeredolu had become bedridden and is set to be flown out of Nigeria on Saturday following his deteriorating health condition. Insiders had also alleged that the second-term All Progressives Congress Governor whose tenure will come to an end in 2025 has refused to hand over to his deputy. The publication reported that a source said; “Governor Akeredolu will be flown out of the country on Saturday for medical treatment. He is in a very critical condition. He was put in the wheelchair of his late mother and he seemed unconscious. “All security agents and a few top politicians around were asked to put off their phones. “His condition is very critical now, which is why he is being flown abroad. He is currently in Ibadan because that is where the family prefers to have him when his condition is critical because of the prying eyes and civil servants in Ondo. “Governor Akeredolu is incapacitated and bedridden in his Ibadan home. His hands and legs are immovable. His wife and kids also abandoned him.

Ondo state government seal. Source: YouTube “He is unable to sign documents but he could still speak. Meanwhile, he has refused to hand over the affairs of government to his deputy.” However, the Ondo state government in a terse five-paragraph statement issued on Saturday, June 3, denied the claim of Akeredolu being dead. They insisted that he is “hale and hearty”. It read; “We have been inundated with calls and messages concerning the state of health of the Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu. “The governor is hale and hearty. “We had chosen to ignore this wicked fabrication until it appeared that certain persons seek to draw political mileage from the disinformation. “Though the governor has been indisposed, he has been attending to state matters and delegating functions to functionaries of the government, when necessary. “We enjoin the members of the public to ignore the rumour. Aketi is very much alive.”

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Governor Rotimi Akeredolu discloses the secret behind the victory of Tinubu

The governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu has shared the secret behind the victory of APC presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu.

The presidential candidate for the All Progressive Party (APC), Bola Tinubu was declared the winner of this year’s elections by INEC on the 28th of February, 2023. Sharing the secrets behind the victory of Bola Tinubu, Governor Rotimi Akeredolu disclosed that the formation and the commitment of the All Progressive Congress (APC) governor’s forum brought about the victory of Bola Ahmed Tinubu in the 2023 presidential elections. Governor Rotimi said; “The most cynical of critics will agree that there has been a tremendous progressive improvement in the electoral process since he assumed the leadership of this country. The conduct of elections has gone beyond mere avowals to ensure free and fair elections under this current administration.” “I must also thank, most profoundly, the good people of Ondo State for the remarkable impact which their participation has had on the whole process. I did not expect anything less from a people with an enviable pedigree, the veritable pride of a most sophisticated race.” “Let me commend all those who participated in the general elections for their sense of patriotism at this crucial period in the history of democratic governance in the country. “This year’s elections have again proved that Nigerians are ready to continue as a people, united by a common destiny.”

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Gov. Akeredolu reacts as unknown gunmen invade a church in Ondo; kill scores of worshippers [Video]

Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has cut short his national assignment in Abuja to visit the Owo community in his state where unconfirmed number of persons were on Sunday, June 5, brutally murdered by unknown gunmen in a church.
Although, details of the unfortunate incident are still sketchy, it was gathered that the attack occurred during a service at st. Francis Xavier Catholic Church, Owo.

A video showing several persons lying in a pool of blood inside the church has continued to make waves.
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Governor Akeredolu’s Reaction
OnTwitter, the governor wrote: “I am deeply saddened by the unprovoked attack and killing of innocent people of Owo, worshiping at the St. Francis Catholic Church, Today.
The vile & satanic attack is a calculated assault on the peace-loving people of Owo Kingdom who have enjoyed relative peace over the years.
It is a black Sunday in Owo. Our hearts are heavy. Our peace and tranquility have been attacked by the enemies of the people. This is a personal loss, an attack on our dear state.
I have spoken to the Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Ondo, Most Reverend Jude Arogundade, who is presently on his way to Owo. Similarly, I have had to cut short my party’s national assignment in Abuja and visit Owo immediately.
This is an unexpected development. I am shocked to say the least. Nevertheless, We shall commit every available resource to hunt down these assailants and make them pay. We shall never bow to the machinations of heartless elements in our resolves to rid our state of criminals.
I commiserate with my people in Owo, particularly families of the those who lost their lives to this ugly and unfortunate attack.
I extend my condolences to Olowo of Owo, Oba Gbadegesin Ogunoye as well as the Catholic Church.
I urge our people to remain calm and vigilant. Do not take laws into your hands. I have spoken to the heads of the security agencies. I have equally been assured that security operatives would be deployed to monitor and restore normalcy to Owo kingdom.”

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