‘I remain fully loyal’ — Aiyedatiwa apologises to Akeredolu

Lucky Aiyedatiwa, deputy governor of Ondo, has apologised to Rotimi Akeredolu, governor of the state, over the political crisis in the state. 

Aiyedatiwa and his principal have been at loggerheads since Akeredolu returned from a medical trip abroad in September.

Thereafter, the Ondo house of assembly commenced impeachment proceedings against Aiyedatiwa who has since pledged his loyalty to the governor.

Speaking with reporters on Thursday, Aiyedatiwa said he will continue to submit himself to his principal.

“I am profoundly grateful to Mr. Governor for his intervention and role in persuading the distinguished members of the Ondo State House of Assembly to embrace the political solution offered by our great party, the All Progressives Congress (APC), in the face of an impeachment move against me,” Aiyedatiwa said.

“Our beloved state has witnessed a series of events triggered by the health challenges faced by Mr. Governor, which gave rise to misunderstandings, misconceptions, assumptions, and insinuations, and exploited by political contenders preparing for the upcoming 2024 gubernatorial election.

“The recent impeachment attempt by the House of Assembly and the ensuing reactions have further created division and chaos, with my loyalty to Mr. Governor being questioned.

“It is in reference to the above that I hereby tender my unreserved apologies to Mr. Governor and the good people of Ondo state, and I assure that, together, we will both complete this journey with honour, divine guidance and in good health by the grace of God.

“I remain fully committed to the principles of good governance that Mr. Governor has established, and I pledge my unwavering loyalty to him and I will continue to submit myself under his able, courageous and selfless leadership.”