Just In: Commissioner for Justice sacked

The Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, has sacked Adekola Olawoye as the Commissioner for justice and attorney-general of the state with immediate effect.

Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Segun Ajiboye disclosed this in a statement on Monday.

The Governor has also appointed Charles Titiloye as Olawoye’s replacement.

“Ondo State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, SAN, has rejigged his cabinet. 

Following this, he has appointed front line human rights lawyer, Sir Charles Titiloye as his new Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice,” the statement said.

“Titiloye is a human right activist and a renowned social critic. He was former Secretary of the Nigerian Bar of Association (NBA), Akure Branch. His name will be forwarded to the state House of Assembly for confirmation.

“Mr. Governor thanks the Attorney-General and Commissioner for Justice that has just been removed for services rendered to the state. He wishes him success in his future endeavours.”