With a heavy heart, the Ondo State Government announces the tragic passing of our beloved Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, CON.
Mr. Governor peacefully departed from this world in the early hours of today, Wednesday, December 27, 2023. This tragedy has left behind a profound void in our hearts. Governor Akeredolu answered the eternal call while receiving medical treatment in Germany. He succumbed to complications arising from protracted prostate cancer.
A letter has been sent to President Bola Tinubu, GCFR, to officially inform His Excellency of this devastating news. The Family and the Ondo State Government appreciate Mr. President for his support for Governor Akeredolu during his illness. The family and the state government will release further details regarding the funeral arrangements.
Governor Akeredolu was an extraordinary leader whose unwavering dedication to the state and its people was both commendable and unparalleled. He not only served as the Governor of Ondo State but also emerged as a prominent advocate for the entire Southwest region and the nation. Governor Akeredolu was a courageous leader and an exemplar of integrity. The weight of this loss is truly unbearable.
However, we find solace in the knowledge that Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu lived a purposeful life, devoted to the service of God Almighty.
Thank you.
Signed:
Bamidele Ademola-Olateju
Ondo State Commissioner for Information and Orientation.
OUWAROTIMI ODUNAYO AKEREDOLU, CON
21 JULY 1956, 67yrs old
Lawyer
Politician
Life Bencher
Co-founder, Olujinmi & Akeredolu Law Firm
1978: B.L
1977: LLB, OAU
2017-2023 : Ondo State Governor
2014: APC Interim Chairman
2010-2012: Member, NJC
2008-2010: President of NBA
2008-2010: Member of Council, Int’l Bar Association
2008-2010: Member of Council, Pan-African Lawyers Union
2005-2006: Chairman Legal Aid Council
1997-1999: Attorney-General & Commisioner for Justice, Ondo State
1997-1999: Member, Council of Legal Education
1998: Senior Advocate of Nigeria
1992-1994: Vice Chairman, NBA Ibadan Branch
1988-1989: National Publicity Secretary, NBA
1985-Till date: National Executive Council of NBA
1985-1986: Secretary, NBA Ibadan Branch
