Otu describes late Akeredolu as library of ideas, symbol of patriotism

Gov. Bassey Otu of Cross River has described late Gov. Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo State as a library of ideas and symbol of patriotism.

A statement by Mr Emmanuel Ogbeche, the Chief Press Secretary (CPS) to Otu, on Thursday in Abuja said the death of Akeredolu was a great loss.

“The passing on of Gov. Akeredolu is a great loss to our country as he was a library of ideas, patriotism and equity.

“As a governor and an accomplished legal intellectual, he championed equity, fairness and justice not just for the various sub-nationals that make up our great country, but for every Nigerian.

“As saddened as I am and my administration, we take solace in the fact that Akeredolu lived a life of impact and advocacy for the common good.

“He has left a legacy of exemplary conduct and democratic ideals for all to emulate,” the CPS quoted Otu as saying.

Otu had also condoled with the family and friends of the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Ghali Na’Abba who recently passed on.

He said the former speaker would be remembered for his courage and commitment to the ideals of democracy and representative governance.

“I extend my deepest condolences to the families of the two deceased and the Governments and peoples of Ondo and Kano States, respectively,” he said.