The Late former Ondo State Governor, Rotimi Akeredolu, will be laid to rest in his Owo hometown, the headquarters of Owo Local Government Area of the state, on February 23, 2024, the family has revealed.

Akeredolu passed away at the age of 67 in Germany, on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, after a battle with prostate cancer. 

The burial date was disclosed in a statement issued by the son of the deceased, Mr. Rotimi Akeredolu Jnr. which was sighted on the Facebook page of the former Chief Press Secretary to the former governor, Mr. Richard Olatunde, on Monday.

The statement was titled ‘Celebration of a remarkable life.’

Part of the statement read, “With hearts overflowing with gratitude, the entire Akeredolu family wishes to extend our deepest appreciation to all those who have extended their warmth and compassion to us during this trying time, following the unfortunate transition of our beloved patriarch, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, CON, former Governor of Ondo State (February 2017 – December 2023).

The statement added, “To those who took the time to visit us in Ibadan and Owo, we extend our heartfelt appreciation. Your presence brought solace to our hearts, and your invaluable support lifted our spirits. 

“It is with deep respect and a sense of duty that we invite our dear friends, associates, and well-wishers to join us in giving our late patriarch a befitting funeral.”

The more than a week-long burial programme will take place in Ibadan, Akure, and Owo.

The programme lineup includes services of songs, commendation services, special court sessions, candlelight procession and world gyration by the Kegites Club, among others.

The funeral service will take place at St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, Owo, and then followed by an interment on February 23, 2024.