Just in: Akeredolu begins another medical leave  

Ondo state governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has proceeded on another medical absence, NewsSpecng learnt.

Akeredolu has asked that power be transfered to his Deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa.

This is coming after the reported directive by President Bola Tinubu on Monday 11 December 2023 that the State Assembly  transfer power to the Deputy Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa.

Announcing the transfer of power in  a statement, the  Chief Press Secretary, to the governor,  Richard Olatunde said, a letter to that effect has been sent to the State Assembly.

Olatunde also said the medical leave would begin  Wednesday, December 13, as a follow-up to a previous medical treatment.

The statement read: “In the absence of Governor Akeredolu, the Deputy Governor, Hon. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, will assume the responsibilities of the Governor in acting capacity.

“Governor Akeredolu expresses his gratitude for the unwavering support and affection of the people of Ondo State. He assures them that his administration remains committed to the path of progress and prosperity for the people.

“As a Senior Advocate of Nigeria and a widely respected Nigerian, Governor Akeredolu has consistently delegated power to his deputy during his annual vacations. This practice was observed on April 1, 2021, April 1, 2022, April 3, 2023, and July 10, 2023, when he embarked on previous vacations.”