Edema expresses shock over demise of fellow gubernatorial aspirant, Akintelure.
… Condoles family, Ondo people.
… Puts campaign on hold.
A frontline governorship aspirant contesting under the All Progressives Congress (APC), Olugbenga Edema, in the forthcoming governorship election in Ondo State has expressed shock over the sudden demise of a fellow co-aspirant, Paul Akintelure.
Edema, who conveyed his deepest condolences to the bereaved family of Akintelure and the entire people of Ondo State, acknowledged the significant impact of Akintelure’s passing on the political landscape of the state.
Akintelure gave up the ghost in the early hours of Tuesday in Lagos State after complaining of chest pain.
The deceased, a medical doctor, was the running mate to the late Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu during the 2012 election under the defunct Action Congress of Nigeria, ACN.
In a statement he personally signed earlier today, Edema stated, “I am deeply saddened by the tragic passing of Paul Akintelure, a formidable co-aspirant and a respected figure in our political community.
“My heartfelt condolences go out to his family, friends, and all those who have been touched by his life. This is indeed a great loss for Ondo State.”
“Akintelure’s dedication to the people of Ondo State was unwavering, and his passion for positive change was truly inspiring.”
Following the development, Edema has made the decision to suspend his campaign activities temporarily as a mark of respect for the departed co-aspirant.
According to him, the decision to put the campaign on hold underscores the gravity of the loss and the importance of honouring Akintelure’s memory during this challenging period.
