Governor of Ondo State and Chairman, Southwest Governor’s Forum, Rotimi Akeredolu has lamented the death of former Governor of Oyo State, Chief Adebayo Alao-Akala, describing it as a piercing pain.
The South-West governors stated that the exit of Alao-Akala is a big blow which will leave a defeaning silence in the hearts of the people.
The governors tribute was contained in a statement released by Richard Olatunde, the Chief Press Secretary to Gov Akeredolu
“The finality of death is a hard reality to deal with. Notwithstanding, it is a puzzle that only God understands.
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” He giveth and taketh. Chief Adebayo Alao-Akala did not bid us farewell. We were not prepared to lose him now. The news of his demise came as a rude shock. It is, indeed, a piercing pain.
“More than mere emotional flashes, we reflect on the time and moments we have shared, the struggles we all partook.
“Our wins and constant hope together. His death causes a deafening silence in our heart. It is a big blow dealt on us.
“As a former Governor, Alao-Akala did his best by contributing immensely to the growth of the pacesetter state. Under his reign, the people witnessed development in all ramifications. He was a man that loved his people.
“Akala was a strong pillar of our great party, the APC, in Oyo State. He played the elderly role by stabilizing the party in the state. His death is a huge loss to the APC.” The Governor said.
