Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, Governor of Ondo State has officially transferred power to his deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa as he is about to go for medical leave abroad
Akeredolu in a letter to the State House Assembly, informed them that Aiyedatiwa would act as Governor while he is on medical leave abroad.
The Speaker confirmed that Akeredolu would be on a 21-day medical leave abroad, starting from June 7 to July 6, 2023.
The letter stated that the leave, which started on June 7, has been extended to July 6, 2023, due to the public holidays on June 12 (Democracy Day) and Eid el Kabir (June 28th and 29th, 2023).
The Speaker described the Governor as a lover of peace and an advocate for the rule of law.
He wished him a speedy recovery and an enjoyable vacation, while assuring the people of Ondo State that the Deputy Governor would efficiently handle the affairs of the state in the Governor’s absence