The Governor of Ondo State, Hon. Lucky Aiyedatiwa, has announced a three-day period of mourning and prayers to honour the late Secretary to the State Government, Hon. Temitayo Oluwatuyi.
The mourning will take place from Sunday, January 5 to Tuesday, January 7.
Governor Aiyedatiwa, through his Chief Press Secretary, Ebenezer Adeniyan, confirmed that the Governor led members of the State Executive Council on a condolence visit to Oluwatuyi’s wife and family in Akure on Sunday.
This follows the passing of the SSG, who died on Saturday after a car accident while receiving treatment in the hospital.
Aiyedatiwa described Oluwatuyi as an individual who lived a fulfilled life and made significant contributions to Ondo State. He emphasized that the late SSG was an integral figure in the state’s political and governance landscape, and his impact would always be remembered in the state’s history.
The Governor also communicated with the deceased’s children, who are based abroad, via a video call. He commended Oluwatuyi for his exemplary conduct, noting his humility and decorum in both public and private life.
Governor Aiyedatiwa reassured the family of the state government’s support during this difficult time and expressed his prayers for the repose of the deceased’s soul. The Governor also made an entry in the condolence register, acknowledging Oluwatuyi’s contributions to society and wishing him eternal rest.
In the condolence register, the governor wrote: “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 bossom of your creator, God. Amen.”
