In a riveting revelation, Wale Akinterinwa, former Ondo State Commissioner of Finance, has disclosed a stunning twist to the political landscape. In an exclusive interview with TVC News, Akinterinwa unveiled how his late ex-boss, Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, anointed him as his successor. The narrative unfolds as Akeredolu purportedly bestowed his blessing upon Akinterinwa, envisioning him as the next governor of the state.

During the enthralling discourse, Akinterinwa narrated that this pivotal moment transpired following Akeredolu’s return from a medical sojourn in Germany during 2023. Recounting the scene, Akinterinwa expressed, “During the discussion in his office, he told me that he would want me to takeover from him. And he prayed for me. I’m also aware that he told certain people about that desire. The conversation happened immediately after he came back from Germany.”

This revelation comes as Wale Akinterinwa fervently pursues the All Progressives Congress (APC) ticket for the upcoming gubernatorial election in Ondo State, slated by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) for November 16, 2024. With unyielding determination, he declared his resolve to triumph over the incumbent Governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, in the APC primary elections. Confident in his stance, Akinterinwa asserted, “At an appropriate time, I will make my intentions known. I am confident that I will get the ticket. The people are with me.”

As the political arena simmers with anticipation and intrigue, Wale Akinterinwa’s revelation reverberates, casting a compelling spotlight on the unfolding drama in Ondo State’s gubernatorial arena.