After Dissolution Of State Executives, Ex-Ondo Commissioner Receives Rousing Welcome In Akure

The people of Ondo State trooped out in their large numbers to welcome the immediate past Commissioner for Finance, Wale Akinterinwa from Abuja to the State Capital.

 Akinterinwa is one of the prominent governorship aspirants on the platform of All Progressives Congress (APC) jostling for the party’s ticket to contest the forthcoming election in the state.

The people of the state from across the 18 local government areas of the state stormed the Akure Airport as early as 9:00 am to welcome the Ile-Oluji-born financial expert in appreciation of his meritorious service to the state.

Surprisingly, the people were resilient as they waited till 6:08 pm when the private jet in which Akinterinwa flew to the state arrived.

Addressing the mammoth crowd from the open roof of his Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) at the airport, Akinterinwa appreciated the people for their love for him.

He said: “I am humbled by your perseverance. You have been here since morning. I came late due to a delay in my flight as a result of poor weather. A lot of flights were canceled due to the weather.

“We had the opportunity to fly when the weather became clear enough and approved by the authority.

“I know you have been waiting for about eight hours to express your appreciation to me after my meritorious service to our state for about seven years.

“Your gesture is a testimonial that when you do well, people will appreciate you. This is a manifestation of better things to come.”

After addressing the people, he passed through the popular Oba-Adesida Road to Oyemekun Road where residents showed their appreciation to him.