Former governor of Ondo state, Dr Olusegun Mimiko, on Saturday, paid a condolence visit to the governor of the state, Lucky Ayedatiwa, at the presidential lodge of the Government House in Akure, Ondo state capital.
Mimiko who was accompanied by friends, past cabinet members and political associates described the demise of Akeredolu as shocking and unexpected.
Mimiko urged the new governor to build on Akeredolu’s legacies and reposition the state towards growth and development.
Mimiko said “Governance in the circumstance with which you have found yourself is very challenging. The good Lord will stand by you at all times. We will continue to remember the Akeredolu family in our prayers. Thank you for receiving us.”
In his reaction, Aiyedatiwa thanked the former governor for demonstrating that he is a leader and a statesman who has governed Ondo state and knows what it means to serve.
“You are here today not just because you are past governor but because he is your friend. Thank you for standing by us as a leader and statesman. It is a blessing to have you. Your wealth of experience is huge.”
The governor appreciated the people of Ondo state for their prayers as the state navigates through this difficult time while reiterating that the legacies of Aketi remain indelible.
“Only God can explain what had happened. Aketi lives on because of the legacies he has left behind. He pursued his conviction with great courage. He stood for the truth.”
The governor promised to continue where his boss stopped to ensure that the legacies of his former boss remained while imploring Mimiko to engage him constructively in order to engender good governance in Ondo state.
On the entourage of the former governor were Hon. Joseph Akinlaja, a former Member of the House of Representatives, Hon. Kola Ademujimi, former chief of staff, Hon. Dayo Awude, Engr Gboye Adegbenro, Hon Taye Afilaka and others who were received by the members of the executive council.
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