Ensure full recuperation before returning, Ondo workers tell gov
Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, yesterday, expressed eagerness to return to his official duties while awaiting medical advice from his doctors.
According to a statement by the state’s Commissioner for Information and Orientation, Bamidele Ademola-Olateju, Akeredolu said prayers and well wishes for his full recovery had been acting as a tonic.
He also extended gratitude to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, people of the state, as well as his team members, party leaders, fellow governors and members of the State House of Assembly.
MEANWHILE, various workers’ unions and employees have emphasised the need for the governor to ensure full recuperation before resuming official duties.
In a statement by the workers, under aegis of organised labour, which was signed by state chairmen of the labour unions, they expressed delight that the governor is recovering from his illness.
The statement reads in part: “We extend our heartfelt gratitude to God for His unwavering grace and healing bestowed upon our dedicated governor.”
“The organised labour movement in Ondo State remains committed to interceding on behalf of the governor. We express our profound appreciation for the governor’s unwavering love and dedication to the workers and people of the Sunshine State.
“Despite his speedy recovery, we strongly urge our dear governor to prioritise rest and complete recuperation before resuming his duties. We understand his inclination to resume work promptly due to his strong work ethic, but we implore him to allow himself more time to rest and fully recover.
“It is evident that the state is functioning smoothly without hindrance during the governor’s absence. Although we miss his competent administrative decisions and interventions, we are confident in his imminent safe return.
“We call upon every citizen and resident of the state to continue to pray for our governor’s well-being. He has proven to be the finest governor in recent times, and we stand firmly beside him, providing unwavering support to his administration until the end.”
