Nothing Came Out Of ‘Blessed Handkerchiefs, Olive Oil’ Given By General Overseers To Late Akeredolu – Wife Laments

In an interview, Betty expressed her deep-seated frustration with the reliance on spiritual interventions, emphasising the paramount importance of medical treatment.

Betty Anyanwu-Akeredolu, the wife of late former governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, has shared a poignant account of her late husband’s battle with cancer.

In an interview, Betty expressed her deep-seated frustration with the reliance on spiritual interventions, emphasising the paramount importance of medical treatment.

As she reflected on her husband’s illness, Betty revealed that she firmly believed his life could have been prolonged if he had prioritised medical treatment over spiritual practices.

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She recounted how well-meaning individuals would often recommend spiritual remedies, ranging from “mountain climbing” to “blessed handkerchiefs,” but they ultimately yielded no positive results.

“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,” she said in an interview with with Star News publisher, Olumide Akinrinlola.

Betty’s personal experience with breast cancer has given her a unique perspective on the disease. As a survivor, she stressed the importance of understanding cancer biology and early detection.

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Her journey led her to establish the Breast Cancer Association of Nigeria in 1997, a testament to her commitment to raising awareness and supporting those affected by the disease.

With conviction, Betty asserted that cancer should be viewed as a medical issue, rather than a spiritual attack. “You cannot pray away breast cancer or any cancer at all,” she emphasised, highlighting the need for a comprehensive approach to tackling the disease.

On Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa’s administration in Ondo State, she described it as “rudderless” and highlighted concerns about a key appointment.

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While she declined to comment on governance specifics, she pointed to the reappointment of a former finance commissioner who had been sacked for financial misconduct under her husband’s administration.

“You can connect the dots as to why Lucky brought her back,” she noted.

When asked about the current Federal Government led by President Bola Tinubu, she said, “Only those benefiting would say that. You don’t need a soothsayer to tell you that all is not well in the country.”

Betty also reaffirmed her senatorial ambition, saying she remains fully committed to pursuing her political goals.

Offering advice to individuals facing health crises, she urged Nigerians to seek medical attention instead of relying on faith healers.

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“A pastor is not a doctor; he understands nothing about cancer. He can only pray, and prayers don’t cure cancer. Consult a doctor—not just any doctor, but a doctor who specialises in cancer cases,” she warned.

Through her story, Betty aims to inspire others to prioritize medical treatment and early detection, ensuring that lives are saved and families are spared the pain of losing loved ones.