Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has extended his one-month medical leave indefinitely.
An extension notice was sent to the legislators of the Ondo State House of Assembly.
Akeredolu informed lawmakers earlier that he would take a “medical leave” on June 5, 2023, and would return on July 6, 2023.
On Monday, the Speaker of the Ondo State House of Assembly, Rt (Hon) Olamide Oladiji, confirmed the extension of the governor’s leave.
Oladiji said Mr. Akeredolu extended his leave following his doctor’s advice on the need to take adequate rest after recuperating.
He disclosed that the State House of Assembly already received a letter of extension on medical leave.
Receiving the letter on behalf of other lawmakers, Oladiji said the governor’s action was in line with section 190 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended).
According to the letter, his Deputy, Mr Lucky Aiyedatiwa would continue to act as Governor until there is a written declaration to the contrary.
The Speaker expressed appreciation to God for the governor’s speedy recovery.
He was, however, optimistic that the governor would soon resume his duties.
Mr. Akeredolu’s extension of his medical leave would make it the first time he would be seeking an indefinite medical vacation for treatment.
Mr. Akeredolu’s absence in the state has also polarised his government as the members of his cabinet continued to heat up the policy ahead of the 2024 governorship election.
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