The All Progressives Congress (APC), Ondo State Chapter, has berated members of the opposition for spreading fake news about the death of the Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, who is facing some health challenges.
APC in a statement issued by the state Director on Media and Publicity, Steve Otaloro, on Monday, said it is disgraceful to wish death upon a sick governor or accuse his family of not doing enough to save the situation.
The statement reads, “The Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, has been battling health issues lately. It is pertinent to note that his health issue is not the too serious type that will prevent him from resuming his official position as Governor of Ondo State.
“Despite this, some individuals and groups have taken it upon themselves to spread false news and rumors about his death. It is disheartening to see that some people would wish death upon a fellow human being. Such actions are unfair and should be condemned by all well-meaning individuals.
“The opposition has also been quick to malign the Governor’s family, accusing them of not doing enough to take care of the Governor’s illness. Such accusations are falsely disrespectful, flippant and callous.
“Engr. Ade Adetimehin, APC chairman in Ondo State who is not happy with rumors being peddled around the health of Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu SAN, appealed for support and prayer for the governor and family,
“What Arakunrin Akeredolu and the family require at this period is our support and prayers for the full recovery of their family patriarch. Arabinrin Betty Akeredolu and her children have been doing their best in taking care of Governor Akeredolu.
“We must continue to pray for the Governor’s recovery and stand by the family in these difficult times. He is a good man who loves the downtrodden and deserves all the support and prayers for a full recovery from his illness,” the statement concluded.
