The Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu has been reported dead after a prolonged battle with Leukaemia. 

Leukaemia is a cancer of the tissues which usually forms a type of blood cells called White Blood Cells (Leukocytes).

The Owo born politician and senior advocate of Nigeria SAN was 67 years old. 

The ailing governor returned to Nigeria in September following a three-month medical leave in Germany and only recently proceeded on another one after he was directed by President Bola Tinubu to hand over power to his deputy, Lucky Aiyedatiwa.

His deputy, Aiyedatiwa, has been the state acting governor.