Tinubu On Official Visit To Ondo, Pays Condolence Visit To Akeredolu’s Family

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has paid a condolence visit to the family of the late Governor of Ondo State Rotimi Akeredolu.

President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has landed in Akure, the Ondo State capital on an official visit to the state.

The Nigerian Airforce jet conveying the president and his entourage touched down at the Akure airport at exactly 11:35 am.

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He was received at the airport by Ondo State Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and his Ekiti State counterpart Biodun Oyebanji as well as top government functionaries and prominent politicians of both states.

Thereafter, Tinubu visited the late governor of the state, Arakunrin Olarotimi Akeredolu’s family in Owo, Ondo State, days after the former governor was buried.

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Speaking during the visit, President Tinubu said the void left by the departed governor will be difficult to fill, adding that his legacies will endure forever.

“He truly embodied courage and fearlessness, especially in his relentless pursuit of good governance. I can only describe him as a fearless fighter. His unwavering commitment to the welfare of his people and his courageous nature will always be remembered,” he said.

While welcoming the president, the Olowo Oba Ajibade Ogunoye expressed appreciation to Tinubu for the visit.

The monarch described the late Akeredolu as a true democrat who was fully committed to democratic principles and practices.

Tinubu also visited Pa Reuben Fasoranti, the leader of the pan-Yoruba organisation Afenifere.