Akeredolu, who left Nigeria on a 21-day medical leave abroad not long ago, was expected to return home on July 6
By Kehinde Okeowo
Ondo State governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu has said he can not wait to get the needed clearance from his medical team and return to the country to start performing his official duties.
Akeredolu left Nigeria on a 21-day medical leave and he was expected to return home on July 6, 2023 (today), according to a letter he sent to the Ondo State House of Assembly.
However, the governor, in a statement released by his Commissioner for Information, Bamidele Ademola-Olateju, expressed appreciation for the extraordinary outpouring of genuine affection, prayers and solidarity from the people.
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He also expressed deep appreciation to the citizens of the state, as well as the Nigerian president, fellow governors and the Ondo State legislators for their goodwill messages and support.
Speaking via the statement by Ademola-Olateju, he said: “the gestures have not only bolstered his determination to stand on his feet once again but have also served as a driving force for him to continue serving the people, particularly the esteemed residents of Ondo State.
“Similarly, he extended his gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as well as his team members, party leaders, fellow Governors, and the members of the State House of Assembly.
“This unprecedented display of genuine affection and solidarity have been a soothing balm and the reinvigorating elixir sustaining the determination, not only for the amiable Governor to stand on his feet, but also, and more importantly, for him to continue his service to the people, particularly the good people of Ondo State.
“The Governor thanks the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and members of his team, all party leaders, his brother Governors and the members of the State House of Assembly for their support.
“He is in high spirits and expects to join the people of the State as soon as his doctors consider it expedient.”