ONDO SENATOR PAYS TRIBUTE TO AKEREDOLU ON POSTHUMOUS 70TH BIRTHDAY
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By; Sunmola Ganiyat
The senator representing Ondo South Senatorial District, Adeniyi Adegbomire, has paid glowing tribute to the late former Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, describing him as “a tree that almost made a forest” as family, friends and associates commemorated his posthumous 70th birthday.
Akeredolu passed away on December 27, 2023, at the age of 67 after a prolonged illness.
In a statement issued on Wednesday, Adegbomire described the late governor as a courageous statesman whose contributions to democracy, security and good governance continue to inspire many Nigerians.
He particularly highlighted Akeredolu’s role in establishing the Western Nigeria Security Network, codenamed Amotekun Corps, describing it as one of his most enduring legacies.
“Late Akeredolu was the ‘Amotekun Generalissimo’, whose courage, visionary leadership and unwavering commitment to justice and the protection of lives and property earned him an enduring place in the history of Ondo State and Nigeria.
“Akeredolu was a rare statesman, a fearless defender of constitutional democracy and a leader who stood firmly for the interests of his people irrespective of the odds. The late governor’s bold initiative in championing and institutionalising the Western Nigeria Security Network, codenamed Amotekun Corps, remains one of his greatest legacies and a watershed in community policing and regional security.
“Aketi was truly a tree that almost made a forest. His uncommon courage, conviction and exceptional leadership inspired countless others to believe that principled governance is possible. His absence is still deeply felt, but his legacies continue to speak for him,” the senator said.
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