Medical Leave: Lucky Aiyedatiwa Named As ‘Acting Governor’ As Akeredolu Returns To Germany Today
Ailing Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo state would be leaving the country for Germany today other things being equal.
Team@orientactualmags.com learned that the governor in a statement issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Richard Olatunde, on Tuesday said he would be returning to Germany while noting that this has to do with his medical treatment.
Olatunde , who said Akeredolu would be leaving the country today, added that he (Akeredolu) had since sent a letter to the state House of Assembly to inform the parliament that the deputy governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa would be the acting governor.
‘During his medical leave, Governor Akeredolu will prioritise his health and ensure a full recovery before resuming his official duties.
A formal letter regarding the medical leave and a notice formally transferring power in line with the Nigerian Constitution will be transmitted to the House of Assembly.
In the absence of Governor Akeredolu, the Deputy Governor, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, will assume the responsibilities of the Governor in an acting capacity.
Governor Akeredolu expresses his gratitude for the unwavering support and affection of the people of Ondo state. He assures them that his administration remains committed to the path of progress and prosperity for the people.
As a Senior Advocate of Nigeria and a widely respected Nigerian, Governor Akeredolu has consistently delegated power to his deputy during his annual vacations. This practice was observed on April 1, 2021, April 1, 2022, April 3, 2023, and July 10, 2023, when he embarked on previous vacations’ the statement said.
Mr. Lucky became the Deputy Governor of the Sunshine State on February 24 , 2021 after Governor Rotimi Akeredolu won re-election.
He had become Akeredolu’s running mate after the former Deputy Governor, Mr. Agboola Ajayi left the APC for PDP and later the Zenith Labour Party (ZLP) ahead of the gubernatorial election that was held on October 10,2020.
Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria and a one-time president of the Nigerian Bar Association, who became the Chief Executive of the Sunshine State on February 24, 2017, had been ill for some months now.
He embarked on a medical vacation on June 7, 2023, and returned to the country in September but however stayed at his private residence in Ibadan, Oyo state capital-Team@orientactualmags.com
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