"Acting governor" refers to a person who temporarily assumes the responsibilities and powers of a governor when the actual governor is unable to fulfill their duties due to certain reasons, such as illness, travel, or resignation. Full definition
On being the first acting governor to drive a stock car professionally: I think I'm the first to win. (si.com)
The former acting governor of Kogi State, Chief Clarence Olafemi and his over 3,000 supporters have declared their support for Alhaji Abubakar Atiku. (dailypost.ng)
A former acting governor of Taraba state, Sani Danladi, has defected from the People's Democratic Party, PDP, to the All Progressive Congress, APC. (nigeriapoliticsonline.com)