Contrary to assurances by some of his aides that he would be back soon, Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State has written to the state House of Assembly requesting for an extension of his medical leave.
The Speaker of the Assembly, Olamide Oladiji, confirmed the receipt of the letter on Monday in Akure, the state capital.
Akeredolu said in the letter that the request was sequel to doctors’ advice on the need for him to take adequate rest after recuperating.
Receiving the letter on behalf of other lawmakers, the Speaker said the governor’s action was in line with Section 190 of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria (as amended).
Oladiji, who expressed appreciation to God for the speedy recovery of the governor, expressed optimism that he would soon resume his duties.
Akeredolu, in the letter, said his Deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, would “continue to act as governor until there is a written declaration to the contrary.”
Recall thatthe governor had on June 5 informed the state legislature that he was going on medical leave and would resume work on July 6.
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