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Nigeria political leaders and diverse prominent figure have flooded the funeral ceremony of the late Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu in Owo, Ondo state.
Owo happens to be the hometown of the late former Governor of Ondo State, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu.
The burial took place on Friday at the Cathedral Church of Saint Andrew, the venue of the funeral service.
Multitude of prominent figures gathered to pay their last respects to the deceased. The Vice-President Kashim Shettima, the National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Abdullahi Ganduje, serving governors, former governors, senators, and ministers graced the occasion.
Mourners and onlookers filled the streets of Owo as the dignitaries from various states made their way to the venue.
The funeral ceremony for the late former Governor Akeredolu is taking place at St. Andrews Church, Imola Street, Owo, Ondo State. Akeredolu passed away on December 27, 2023, at the age of 67 after battling a protracted illness.
The service of songs and tribute night in honour of the former governor took place on Monday, February 19, at Jogor Centre, Ibadan, Oyo State.
Officers of the Amotekun Corps carried the remains of Akeredolu into the church around 9:55 am with a guard of honour. He will be buried close to his Maranatha residence at the Government Reserved Area, GRA, Owo.
It is noteworthy that until his death, Akeredolu served as the Chancellor of the Owo Anglican Diocese. Akeredolu had served as the governor of Ondo state for six years before falling to his death in December 27, 2023. His deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa succeeded him after his death.
