Rotimi Akeredolu, the governor of Ondo State, has stated he is on the road to recovery and will soon resume his duties.
The Governor left the country on 7 June for a 21-day medical leave that ends today, July 6, 2023, and delegated authority to his deputy Lucky Aiyedatiwa to act during his absence.
Akeredolu thanked residents for their persistent support in a statement on Thursday and promised to return as soon as his doctors judge it necessary.
The statement reads: “I pen this message with a heart overflowing with immense gratitude & deep appreciation. Your dedication, understanding, ceaseless prayers & messages of goodwill during my journey to recovery have been nothing short of a soothing balm for my soul.
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“Your unwavering support and genuine affection have sustained my determination to renewed vigor and, most importantly, to continue serving you, the good people of Ondo State.
“I am profoundly grateful to our esteemed President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President @officialABAT, GCFR, and his team, as well as all political party leaders, my brother Governors, the State Executive Council, and the members of the State House of Assembly for their unwavering support.
“Your collective strength and solidarity have uplifted my spirit and reaffirmed my commitment to our shared vision for progress and development.
“While I remain on the path to recovery, I eagerly await the moment when I will stand among you once again. Rest assured, I am in high spirits and have full faith in the expertise of my doctors. I will return to you ALL as soon as they deem it expedient.
“My dear people, once again, your prayers, support, and the rejuvenating elixir of goodwill you have bestowed upon me have fortified my resolve. I am resolute in my dedication to serving you and working tirelessly for the betterment of our beloved Ondo State.
“Thank you from the depths of my heart.”
