By KEMI KASUMU
As the impeachment cloud thickens on the embattled Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Sir Lucky Aiyedatiwa, he has been told by Ondo State House of Assembly to defend himself over the allegation of gross misconduct levelled against him.
The House, at plenary on Wednesday, directed the Clerk, Mr. Benjamin Jaiyola, to write a letter to the Deputy Governor with regard to allegations of gross misconduct as contained in a petition signed by some llawmakersand which was read during the plenary presided over by the Speaker, Rt Hon Olamide Oladiji, on Wednesday.
Chairman House Committee on Information, Hon. Olatunji Oshati, later issued a statement in which he clarified that “an allegation letter does not equate to an impeachment verdict.”
He said, “We find it necessary to address some misconceptions regarding the allegation letter served on the Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa.
“It is crucial that our people understand that an allegation letter does not equate to an impeachment verdict.
“Indeed, the allegation letter served to the Deputy Governor marks the initiation of the impeachment proceedings.
“However, it’s essential to remember that this is a procedure rooted in due process, not a hastily conducted impeachment.
“We are conscious of the integrity of our present assembly and will not falter in our constitutional responsibilities to our constituents.
“We wish to declare, unequivocally, that the entire process remains within the realm of allegations. We are committed to examining these allegations objectively.
