The Ondo State Government has declared that Governor Rotimi Akeredolu is not yet physically capable of resuming his duties as governor.

Governor Akeredolu was expected to resume work on Thursday after taking a month-long sick leave. During his absence, the state House of Assembly had appointed his deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, as the acting governor.

Recall that Governor Akeredolu expressed his eagerness to return to his official responsibilities as soon as he received medical clearance from his healthcare team.

He expressed his gratitude for the continuous prayers and well-wishes he had received, which provided him with comfort and rejuvenation during his recovery. He also thanked the people of Ondo State for their unwavering support and prayers.

However, the Commissioner for Information in Ondo State, Bamidele Ademola-Olateju, released a statement on Thursday declaring that Governor Akeredolu would only resume his duties when his doctors deemed him fit to do so.

Mrs. Ademola-Olateju conveyed Governor Akeredolu’s gratitude to the people of the state for their continuous prayers and messages of goodwill for his full recovery and return to good health. She acknowledged the immense support received from various quarters, including President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, party leaders, fellow governors, and members of the State House of Assembly.

The statement concluded with an assurance that the governor is in high spirits and looks forward to rejoining the people of Ondo State as soon as his doctors advise it.

“The Governor thanks the President and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, and members of his team, all party leaders, his brother Governors and the members of the State House of Assembly for their support.

“He is in high spirits and expects to join the people of the State as soon as his doctors consider it expedient.”

The statement did not mention whether Mr. Aiyedatiwa’s tenure as acting governor would be extended beyond Thursday.