Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa has declared a tgree days mourning for late Rotimi Akeredolu
He said he was accepting the role of becoming the number one citizen in the state with a heavy heart.
His words: “It is with a heavy heart that I accept this onerous responsibility of taking over the reins of governance and affairs of our state after the unfortunate loss and passing of our beloved governor and leader and my dear principal Arakurin Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu.
“The death of our governor is indeed a devastating shock to us, as we have all been praying earnestly for his quick recovery and subsequent safe return to Ondo State, having embarked on another medical leave on Wednesday, 13th December 2023.
“Indeed, there is no armour against fate, death lays his icy hand on kings.”
Vowing to continue to sustain Akeredolu’s legacy of good governance, the new governor said he has the responsibility of completing the landmark projects that his boss started and continue to advance the welfare of Ondo people in every decision he takes.
“I want to assure the people of Ondo State that under my watch, this administration shall continue to advance the welfare of the people. We shall always place the people first in every decision we take.
“It is my prayer, once more, that God Almighty shall grant the family and the people of Ondo State the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss,” he said.