Ondo APC, Gov Aiyedatiwa, Family React To Akintelure’s Death, Fellow Aspirants Suspend Campaign

By Ayodele Oni

Reactions have been pouring over the death of Dr Paul Akintelure, one of the governorship aspirants of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo state who passed on Tuesday morning.

The family, in a statement signed by Oladapo Akintelure stated that “Paul Akintelure departed from us early this morning in Lagos, leaving behind a legacy of service, dedication, and commitment to the people of Ondo State.

“Dr. Paul Akintelure was not just a politician; he was a visionary leader who believed in the potential of Ondo State and its people.

“Throughout the peaceful conduct of his campaign, he advocated for positive change, economic development, and social progress, promising a brighter future for all citizens.

“As a family, we understand his sudden enigmatic demise has left a void in our hearts, that of his friends, associates, supporters, and political loyalists.

“It is in light of this, we seek calm and, most importantly, your prayers, as we jointly pray for the repose of the soul of Dr. Paul Akintelure.”

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary Ebenezer Adeniyan, described Dr. Akintelure as “a wonderful human being and was a core progressive. He was very consistent and loyal to the tenets of progressive politics in Ondo State and Nigeria.

“He was a friend and associate. He conducted his private business and public affairs with so much decorum and humility to the admiration of many. We have lost a complete gentleman. He will be greatly missed.”

Governor Aiyedatiwa added that the death of Dr. Akintelure at this critical time in the life of the State is saddening and prayed for the repose of his soul.

The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State said it is saddened over the death of one of its gladiators, Dr. Paul Akintelure.

“He was a governorship aspirant, getting ready to participate in the party’s primary scheduled for next month.

The State Chairman, Engr. Ade Adetimehin, in a statement by the spokesman, Alex Kalejaye,  described the decease as personal friend, with whom he had good relationship over the years, saying the news is shocking.

“Akintelure was a highly refined and consistent political figure, whose position was that the essence of being in politics is to build the people and the land.

“The contributions of the departed political leader, to the development and stability of Ondo State chapter of APC will not be forgotten.

“Like other governorship aspirants, he was optimistic of victory, come April. He had many other plans, death was never part of them.

“The State chapter condoles with the immediate family, Igbotako Community, his political associates, and the Nigerian Medical Association. May his soul rest in peace.”

Meanwhile aspirants have announced suspension of campaign activities in honour of the deceased.

Wale Akinterinwa, announced suspension of his political activities following the sudden death of fellow aspirant, Paul Akintelure.

Akinterinwa said his campaign activities, which was earlier planned to kick off Tuesday, with a praise worship at his country home in Ile-Oluji, was suspended in honour of a friend and comrade.

“I am saddened by the news of the passing of a friend and comrade.

Following this sad incident, I have decided to suspend all political activities of our campaign organisation.”