The political and campaign camp for the gubernatorial election of Rt. Hon. Mayowa Akinfolarin, expressed sadness over the sudden demise of Dr. Paul Akintelure, who answered the glorious call after a brief illness Tuesday morning. Dr. Paul, the Otunba of Osooro Land until his death, was a medical doctor, renowned entrepreneur and an accomplished farmer.
An All Progressive Congress(APC) aspirant in the forthcoming governorship election in Ondo State, Otunba lived an exemplary life evident in his conduct as a professional in politics and grassroot mobilizer. As the running mate of Late Oluwarotimi Akeredolu in the 2012 Ondo election, he demonstrated huge traits of political maturity and took the development of the state as his top priority.
According to a statement, signed by the campaign organization spokesperson, Oluwagbenga Ajongbolo, the good doctor, with his other comrades, including President ‘Bola Ahmed Tinubu, had a nationwide influence on the founding and preservation of the APC, which has now grown across the country.
“Otunba was there, right from the beginning. He was a rallying point for foundational members of All Progressives Congress and was with the party since its formation stage. His contributions to building the party, both in Ondo State and the whole nation cannot be overemphasized.
“We send our condolences to the family and entire people of Ikale Land. We are assured of God’s continuous protection of the family and friends he left behind. May they be granted the fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss.”
Otunba(Dr.) Paul Akintelure hailed from Igbotako, Okitipupa local government area of Ondo State.
Oluwagbenga Ajongbolo,
Spokesperson, Mayowa Akinfolarin Campaign Organization.
