Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello has described his Ondo State counterpart, Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu, SAN, as a statesman whose wise counsel and kind guidance have significantly enhanced the leadership of the Governors Forum over the past six years.
Bello made this known while felicitating the Ondo State Governor on the occasion of his 67th birthday.
He commended the former President of the Nigerian Bar Association as one of the eminent figures in Africa’s legal profession, applauding his relentless efforts in advancing the cause of justice, upholding the rule of law, and strengthening democratic institutions in Nigeria.
Governor Bello praised Akeredolu for his exemplary leadership, which has resulted in remarkable progress and the delivery of democracy dividends to the people of Ondo State, including notable achievements in infrastructure development, security, and various other vital sectors of the state’s affairs.
He extended his heartfelt prayers for Akeredolu’s good health and long life, while also wishing him many happy returns on this special day.
Oluwarotimi Odunayo Akeredolu, CON, born on 21 July 1956 in Owo, became President of the Nigerian Bar Association in 2008, and he is the current Governor of Ondo State, also serving as the chairman of the Southwest Governors Forum.
