_: Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, has said that he is recuperating from his health challenges which have detered him from performing his duties.
Akeredolu stated this in an emotional ladden message, issued to newsmen on Thursday.
It has been reported that the governor had been sick for over a month while the deputy governor, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has been acting on his behalf.
Mr Akeredolu said he can no longer wait to be on his feet and return to work after being down with an undisclosed ailment.
The governor, who explained that he was awaiting directives from his medical doctors to resume office, however, appreciated President Bola Tinubu for his support.
He added that the members of the State Executive Council and leaders of the All Progressives Congress (APC) have also been helpful in their prayers and support, noting that their solidarity during his sickness had lifted his spirit.
“I pen this message with a vigour overflowing with immense gratitude and deep appreciation. Your dedication, understanding, ceaseless prayers and messages of goodwill during my journey to recovery have been nothing short of a soothing balm for my soul. Your unwavering support and genuine affection have sustained my determination to renewed vigour 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 Bola Ahmed Tinubu, 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.” He said.