President Bola Tinubu visited Owo, Ondo State, on Wednesday to offer condolences to the family of the late former governor of the state, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu.
The president, who arrived at Akure Airport at about 11:35 am, was received by the governor of the state,Lucky Aiyedatiwa.
He later arrived at Owo town at about 12:30 p.m. onboard a chopper accompanied by Aiyedatiwa to a warm reception by the State Deputy Governor, Olayide Adelami, among other top politicians.
While in Owo, the President paid a visit to the traditional ruler of Owo town, Olowo of Owo, Oba Ajibade Gbadegesin Ogunoye 111.
Tinubu would also visit the residence of Pa Reuben Fasoranti, the Afenifere leader in Akure, after leaving Owo.
Today marks five days ago since the lying-in-state event for the late Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu. The funeral procession witnessed the visit of the vice president, Kasim Shettima who came on behalf of President Bola Tinubu, along with other political dignitaries.
The President, who was represented by the vice president, Senator Kashim Shettima, said Nigeria has lost a man whose legacy will endure, emphasizing that rather than mourn, it’s a day to celebrate Akeredolu’s life and his contributions to humanity.
Akeredolu, 67, died on December 26, 2023, in Germany after a protracted illness and was buried on February 23 in Owo.
