Ondo: Sowore speaks on becoming Aiyedatiwa’s deputy

Human rights activist and former presidential candidate, Omoyele Sowore has stated his disinterest in assuming the role of Deputy Governor in Ondo State.

Following Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s assumption of office after the demise of Rotimi Akeredolu, deliberations are underway to select a suitable candidate for the deputy governorship, with four prominent figures currently under consideration.

The shortlisted individuals for the role reportedly include Commissioner for Energy and Mineral Resources, Razaq Obe; Akinwumi Sowore, responsible for Commerce, Industry, and Cooperatives; Chief of Staff Olugbenga Ale; and Olumide Falana, serving as the Special Adviser on Gender.

Reacting to the development, Omoyele Sowore said,

“I am not being considered for a position of ‘Deputy Governor’ of Ondo State. I do not have any ambition of such and never would.”