The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Ondo State has expressed sadness over the death of one of its governorship aspirant, Dr. Paul Akintelure.
In a statement, the spokesperson of the party in the state, Mr. Alex Kalejaye said that the late Akintelure was getting ready to participate in the party’s primary scheduled for next month.
The party’s state Chairman, Engr. Ade Adetimehin described the decease as personal friend, with whom he had good relationship over the years.
Adetimehin who said the news is shocking, noted that 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.
