July 8, 2023Earlier this year, SaharaReporters had exclusively reported that Akeredolu was bedridden and was in his residence in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, and was set to be flown out of Nigeria following his deteriorating health condition.
She tweeted, “Hello Family and Friends. This is to inform you that all activities lined up to mark my 70th birthday are hereby suspended till further notice due to unforeseen circumstances beyond my control. Sorry for any inconvenience caused by this development.” TIFE tweeted, “I pray God heals Aketi, good health is underrated and his absence will cause a lot of disagreement amongst his loyalists and agendists.”Yommie Ajenifuja tweeted, “No, but allowing out system to work. The Deputy Governor should be allowed to work without hindrance. Our prayers with Mr Governor.
The statement read, “I pen this message with a heart overflowing with immense gratitude and deep appreciation your dedication, understanding ceaseless prayers and messages of goodwill during my journey to recovery have been nothing short of a soothing balm for my soul.
“My dear people once again your prayers, support and the rejuvenating elixir of goodwill you have bestowed upon me have fortified my resolve. I am resolute in my dedication to serving you and working tirelessly for the betterment of our beloved Ondo State. Thank you from the depths of my heart.”