Renowned rights activist, Omoyele Sowore, has called for the resignation of Ondo State Governor, Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, from office.
Sowore it was necessary to rescue the state from the few individuals allegedly siphoning the resources of the state.
He said this at a town hall meeting in Akure, the Ondo State capital, on Saturday, December 16, 2023.
He also challenged the Ondo State House of Assembly to show the world the letter purportedly written by Akeredolu for the medical leave, to confirm that it was not forged.
Sowore said he was not in the state with regard to next year’s governorship election but to demand good governance for the people of the state.
He also faulted how Akeredolu clung to power, despite his health challenges, while he continued to receive security votes outside the state.
Sowore said he and other concerned citizens of the state needed to demonstrate courage by defending the constitutional rights of the people given to Akeredolu.
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He, however, blamed the people for their silence over the political crisis which, according to him, has stalled development in the state.
The publisher of SaharaReporters said: “We have tolerated this nonsense for too long in Ondo State.
“As we wrap up the year, we discover that we just have to intervene in the current crisis in the state.
“This crisis has been going on for more than one year now.
“They can’t show you any letter from the governor because the man is not fit to sign any document at the moment. There is no letter anywhere.”
Sowore further called on the acting governor, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, to be above board and ensure the people feel the impact of governance in the next few months.
He added: “So, it’s not about if Akeredolu resigns or resumes but about giving ourselves the sense that whoever we are appointing into political offices are those with our interest at heart.
“Election is coming next year and you should shine your eyes properly.
“Enough is enough and this nonsense has to stop.”
Akeredolu had been battling a protracted health challenge and transmitted power to his deputy on December 13 to proceed on medical leave abroad.
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