Obaseki mourns Akeredolu, says late gov was brave, independent-minded

The Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki, has mourned the passing of the Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, noting that the governor served his people meritoriously and diligently.

In a statement, Obaseki commiserated with the Akeredolu family, as well as the government and people of Ondo State, praying that God would grant all the fortitude to bear the painful and irreparable loss.

He said, “It is with great grief that I received the news of the passing of my brother governor and dear friend, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu, the Governor of Ondo State, who served his people meritoriously and diligently, building a legacy of sacrifice, sustainable development and prosperity.

“Brave and independent-minded, Akeredolu was a great man in all ramifications. From an illustrious career as a lawyer, rising to become a Senior Advocate of Nigeria and then serving as Governor of Ondo State, his intellect, hard work and diligence stood him out and was reflected in his attainments and the fervour with which he served the good people of Ondo State.

“His legacy in the legal profession is indelible as he was renowned in his field of expertise while building a reputation of being thorough, incisive and comprehensive. It won him a lot of admirers who came to recognise his genius.”