Rotimi Akeredolu, is the new governor of Ondo State. The new governor was sworn in , in presence of political gods such as Tinubi, witnessing the historic event.
The exchange of baton, which occurred at about 7 p.m. at the Cocoa Conference Hall of the Governor�s office, Alagbaka, saw Mr. Mimiko handing over to Mr. Akeredolu, bound documents relating to the government of Ondo State.
Mr. Mimiko, in his valedictory speech, described himself as an embodiment of God�s grace.
He said he was leaving the state better than he met it and charged Mr. Akeredolu to do all within his ability to develop the state.
�The state is in good hands with a man like Akeredolu taking over from me,� he said.Premium Times
�I have no doubt that Akeredolu will serve the state well.
� I will continue to pray for the state and offer myself for its development when necessary.�
