GOV AIYEDATIWA PAYS CONDOLENCE VISIT TO AKINKUGBE FAMILY OVER DEATH OF PARENTS
Ondo State Governor, Dr. Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, has commiserated with the Akinkugbe family over the passing of the patriarch and matriarch of the family, Chief Oludolapo Ibukun Akinkugbe and Mrs Janet Oladunni Akinkugbe, describing them as exemplary figures whose lives made remarkable impacts in education, medicine, and humanity.
The Governor stated this on Thursday, October 16 2025, during a condolence visit to the family at Victoria Island, Lagos.
Governor Aiyedatiwa described the late chief as a man whose influence continued to reflect in various sectors across the state and the nation.
“His presence is still here with us. Our progress in different sectors shows his lasting impact. We cannot forget that baba lives, and the past will not go. For our humanity, for our communities, the medical sector, the education sector, and so many other areas of development, he played a major role,” he said.
The Governor highlighted the deceased’s immense contributions to the establishment and growth of the University of Medical Sciences, Ondo, especially the Pharmacy Department, describing it as one of his enduring legacies.
Reflecting on the passing of both parents almost at the same time, the Governor said it might have been a divine will that they departed together.
Governor Aiyedatiwa described the loss as both painful and reflective, urging the family to take solace in the good and impactful lives their parents lived.
Speaking on behalf of the family, the son of the deceased, Mr. Yinka Akinkugbe, appreciated the governor for finding time to visit despite his tight schedule.
He said, “I think on this occasion, despite how busy your schedule is, we thank you, Mr Governor. My father, in particular, wasn’t partisan as far as political interests go. But he always supported whoever was sitting in Government House because what he expected of them was that they would do their best for the state. And that alone was enough for him.
“He was always ready to assist in any way that any government authority might find useful. And I hope that is a legacy that we’ll be able to continue.”
Yinka further commended the governor for his accessibility and attention to public welfare, particularly his ongoing developmental projects in Ondo Kingdom.
Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan,
Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State.
October 16, 2025.