In a recent announcement, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State revealed his decision to enter the upcoming gubernatorial race. This declaration was made during an interview on TVC news following the burial of his predecessor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu.
Aiyedatiwa, who assumed office on December 27, 2023, after Akeredolu’s passing, expressed his intent to participate in the November 16 governorship polls. He emphasized the importance of serving a full term, stating, “nobody wants to be governor for one year.” The deputy governor underscored his desire to make use of the constitutional opportunity to seek re-election, emphasizing the need for a chance to serve for a significant tenure.
The emotional interment of the late governor took place in his hometown of Owo, located in the Owo council area of the state. Akeredolu’s demise, following a prolonged illness, set the stage for Aiyedatiwa’s ascension to the role of governor. As the political landscape in Ondo State evolves, Aiyedatiwa’s decision to seek the governorship adds a new dimension to the upcoming electoral contest.
