Niger State Governor, Mohammed Umaru Bago, has expressed deep shock over the death of Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu.
In a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mal. Bologi Ibrahim, the governor described Akeredolu as an astute politician who had the passion and determination to better the lot of his people.
Governor Bago acknowledged the contributions made by the late Governor Akeredolu to the progress of the All Progressives Congress (APC). He said the strong will demonstrated by the deceased in order to provide purposeful leadership to the people of Ondo State even while in a sick bed was a virtue to be reckoned with.
He joined all well-meaning Nigerians in praying for the repose of the soul of the late governor.
While commiserating with the people of Ondo State as well as the family of the deceased, he urged them to accept the demise of the late governor as the will of God.