Mimiko Hands Over Govt to Akeredolu

By Oluniyi Akintunde Akure

Ondo State Governor, Dr Olusegun Mimiko has formerly handed over the reins of government to Mr Rotimi Akeredolu, (SAN) the governor-elect.

Mimiko handing over to Akeredolu

Akeredolu would be sworn-in tomorrow as the Governor of the state.

Speaking at the handing over ceremony held at the Cocoa Conference Hall of the Governor’s Office in Akure, on Thursday, Mimiko described himself as an embodiment of God’sgrace.

Mimiko said he was leaving the state better than he met it and charged Akeredolu to do all within his ability to develop the state.

His words: “The state is in good hand with a man like Akeredolu taking over from me. I have no doubt that Akeredolu will serve the state well.

“I will continue to pray for the state and offer myself for the development when necessary.”

In his remarks, Akeredolu said Mimiko has done his best for the state and urged him to rest and be at peace, having served the state meritoriously.

He urged the former commissioners in the state to support his government, saying their services would be needed from time to time.