By Funmilayo Akinyemi/Akure
The Ondo State Governor, Mr. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has announced a three-day mourning and prayers to honour the late Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Mr Tayo Oluwatuyi.
The Governor made this announcement during a condolence visit with the members of the State Executive Council to the wife and family members of the deceased.
Aiyedatiwa expressed condolences by declaring the three-day mourning and prayers, from 5-7, January to honour the memory of Late Oluwatuyi .
Oluwatuyi died on Saturday while receiving treatment in the hospital after a car accident.
“The history of the state will not be complete without a mention of his impact.
“A three-day mourning and prayer, from Sunday, 5th to Tuesday, 7th January, is declared in honour of the late SSG.
“The late Secretary to the Government of Ondo State, Hon. Temitayo Oluwatuyi, lived a fulfilled life and made positive impacts on many people,” Aiyedatiwa stated.
While speaking to the children of the deceased via video call, Aiyedatiwa described him as a complete gentleman who conducted his public and private life with decorum and humility.
The Governor who prayed for the repose of the soul of the deceased, promised the support of the government for the family at this difficult time.
“Hon Tayo Oluwatuyi, you came, you lived, you performed your God-given tasks and impacted lives.
“You have decided to leave us at a time we never expected, but God said it is time to come home.
“May you have rest at the bosom of your creator, God. Amen,” the Governor wrote in the condolence register.
Meanwhile, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure, Pastor Ayoade Babalola, led the team in a special prayer for the family, Akure community and the state.
