Ondo State, Nigeria – In a poignant address during his second-term inauguration ceremony, the late Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, took a moment to recognize the exemplary qualities of Deputy Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa.
In a heartfelt tribute, Governor Akeredolu celebrated the academic journey of an unnamed individual who, through determination, achieved the esteemed title of professor. Drawing parallels to the importance of names, Akeredolu commended Deputy Governor Aiyedatiwa for his unwavering loyalty and consistency. “You have been loyal; you have been consistent; you are undoubtedly worthy of this position,” Governor Akeredolu affirmed.
Akeredolu’s words carried a sense of gratitude and acknowledgment, emphasizing the significance of the names we bear and the impact of individual qualities. The late governor expressed his congratulations to Aiyedatiwa, referencing the fortuitousness associated with the name “Lucky.”
As the late Governor Akeredolu spoke of “calming down” for Aiyedatiwa to grow, the address conveyed a sense of passing the torch to a capable and deserving individual. The speech, devoid of explicit references to the transition of leadership, served as a testament to the late governor’s appreciation for loyalty and consistency in public service.