Ondo Govt to Probe Circumstances Surrounding Fmr. Gov. Akeredolu’s D+ath
The Ondo State Government has announced plans to investigate the circumstances leading to the d+ath of former Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, who passed away on December 27, 2023, after a long b+ttle with prostate cancer.
Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice, Kayode Ajulo (SAN), revealed on Tuesday that a coroner’s inquest would be initiated following petitions from concerned citizens and professional groups, particularly from Akeredolu’s hometown, Owo.
Ajulo stated that the petitions, which raised questions and highlighted alleged inconsistencies around the late governor’s d+ath, had made it necessary to invoke the Coroner’s Law of Ondo State.
“It is not out of place for citizens to demand its invocation when there are legitimate concerns,” he said. “The Attorney-General is duty-bound to act once such concerns are raised.”
Ajulo assured the public that the investigation would follow due process, free from bias or political interference. He noted that any necessary invitations or arrests would be made strictly according to legal procedure.
He also clarified that decisions such as inspecting Akeredolu’s remains or summoning individuals would be determined by the Coroner Judge.
“This process must be handled with civility and a sense of responsibility to both the late governor’s legacy and the peace of the state,” Ajulo added.
He emphasized that under the administration of Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, the law would be upheld without fear or favour: “No one is above the law, and no one is beneath its protection.”
