The Chairman of the Nigerian Governors Forum and Kwara State Governor, Abdulrahman Abdulrazaq, along with Vice Chairman and Oyo State Governor, Engineer Seyi Makinde, visited the family of the late Ondo State governor, Rotimi Akeredolu.
The condolence visit took place at Akeredolu’s residence in Jericho around 5:30 pm following the announcement of his death.
The two governors, accompanied by their aides, expressed their condolences to the deceased’s family.
They went straight into the private residence where Akeredolu’s wife, Betty, and other immediate family members were mourning.
Abdulrazaq praised the late governor for his commitment and impact on humanity, describing Akeredolu’s death as a significant loss to the nation.
He also mentioned the passing of former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon Ghali Na’abba, extending prayers for forgiveness for the departed.
In his statement, Abdulrazaq said, “This is a solemn affair, we are here today with the Governor of Oyo State and myself on behalf of all the members of the Nigeria Governors Forum to pay a condolence visit to the family of the late Arakunrin Akeredolu. It is a sad affair.”
He continued, “We met the wife. We can just continue to pray that his soul will continue to rest in peace and may God give the family the fortitude to bear the loss. It is indeed a great loss for the nation.”
Reflecting on Akeredolu’s achievements, Abdulrazaq acknowledged his rise to the position of Senior Advocate of Nigeria and governor of a state, emphasizing his significant impact on developmental politics.
The governors also extended condolences to the family of the late Dr. Ghali Naabba, former Speaker of the House of Representatives, praying for Allah’s forgiveness and his place in aljannah firdus.
