In the wake of the demise of former Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State, Commissioner for Infrastructure, Land, and Housing, Raimi Aminu, has tendered his resignation from his appointed position.
Aminu formalized his decision in a letter addressed to the Secretary to the State Government (SSG) on December 28, 2023. In the letter, he expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve in various capacities under the late Governor Akeredolu.
The resignation letter stated, “I write to tender my resignation of appointment as the Commissioner for Infrastructure, Lands and Housing with effect from today, 28th December 2023. This decision is anchored on my conscience, as my leader and dear boss, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, SAN, CON, joined the Saint Triumphant."
Aminu went on to acknowledge the privilege of serving under Governor Akeredolu, expressing sincere thanks to both the late governor and the people of the state for entrusting him with roles such as Senior Special Assistant on Lands & Infrastructure, Special Adviser on Lands, Works and Infrastructure, and Commissioner for Infrastructure, Lands and Housing.
The resignation comes in the context of the mourning period following the passing of Governor Akeredolu, with Aminu citing personal convictions as the basis for his decision to step down from his official duties.