Osinbajo Mourns Akeredolu Says, He Has Lost a Friend of 40 Years

Former Vice President, Prof. Yemi Osinbajo, has added to the numerous condolence messages of well-meaning Nigerians on account of the passing of Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State.

Prof. Osinbajo, in a post he shared on X on Thursday morning, noted that Late Akeredolu was his friend and brother for forty years

Recall that The Pendulum Media, yesterday reported that Akeredolu died on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, following a prolonged illness.

Expressing sadness, Osinbajo wrote, “Dolly and I express our sincere condolence to Her Excellency Betty Akeredolu, children, family, friends, associates of HE Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu @rotimiaketi and the government and people of Ondo State on his passing,” the former VP wrote.

“I have lost a brother and friend of over 40 years,” he added.

“Aketi was bold, courageous, forthright, fair-minded, kind and God fearing.

“He firmly believed in our democracy, in Justice, and the rule of law. He loved the people of Ondo State and was passionate about their security and economic advancement.

“We pray that the Almighty God will comfort the family and people of Ondo State on this great loss. Amen.

“Sun re o Aketi Baba!!”

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