Former First Lady of Ondo State, Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, has said she would not have become a widow if her late husband, Governor Rotimi Akeredolu, had heeded her advice.
She made the statement in an interview with StarNews publisher Olumide Akinrinlola, published on Thursday.
Mrs Betty, who survived breast cancer 27 years ago, said her decision to seek medical treatment rather than rely on spiritual healers played a key role in her recovery.
Akeredolu, however, died from prostate cancer on December 23, 2023.
According to her, the former governor was deeply religious, but she had a different outlook on life.
Asked if she rejected spiritual assistance during her husband’s illness, she said, “What came out of their mountain climbing, ‘blessed’ handkerchiefs, water, olive oil, etc., from the GOs and all the noisy prayers like people possessed by demons?
“If Aketi had listened to me, I wouldn’t be a widow.”
On the state’s governance, Betty described Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s administration as “rudderless.”
Reacting to claims that Aiyedatiwa’s finance commissioner was the one running the government, she said, “No comments.
“However, it’s worth noting that this same commissioner was sacked from her position during Aketi’s first administration.
“You can connect the dots as to why Lucky brought her back. We are watching.”
The former first lady also confirmed her intention to pursue a senatorial seat.
