Ondo State Governor Rotimi Akeredolu is recovering in a hospital abroad and is likely to return to office soon, according to Deputy Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.
The state’s acting governor, Aiyedatiwa, said in a statement Tuesday that he is in frequent contact with the governor.
“I am in touch with him, the latest being on Sunday when he expressed appreciation to me and other state executive council members for holding fort while he is away,” Aiyedatiwa said.
“I like to also join the governor to express our profound appreciation to you all for your unending show of love and solidarity.”
Governor Akeredolu went on medical vacation on June 7 and was scheduled to resume on July 6.
However, the state House of Assembly’s speaker, Olamide Oladiji, acknowledged on Monday that the governor’s medical leave had been extended.
In his message, Aiyedatiwa advised the people to disregard rumors regarding the governor’s health, including accusations that he had died.
“You are aware of the message of the governor to the people of Ondo State, in which he thanked the people and other critical stakeholders for their support and loyalty.
“The governor appreciates your prayers and good wishes for himself and the state, across board. He is in high spirits, recuperating and being expected back in office to continue with his laudable service to the state, as soon as he is certified medically fit by his doctors.”
Aiyedatiwa has been acting governor of the state since July 13, when the House of Assembly confirmed him for the job.
