Aiyedatiwa Declares Three- day Mourning For Late SSG

Abiola Olawale
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By Abiola Olawale 

Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has announced a solemn three-day period of mourning and prayer to honour the late Ondo State Secretary to Government (SSG), Hon Tayo Oluwatuyi.

The governor said the announcement is a show of profound respect and gratitude the people of Ondo State hold for Oluwatuyi’s contributions.

He also called on the citizens of the state to come together in remembrance and reflection during “this time of collective sorrow.”

Aiyedatiwa made this known during a condolence visit to the wife of the late Oluwatuyi and members of his family, in Akure, Ondo State.

The governor declared the three-day mourning and prayers – from Sunday, 5th to Tuesday, 7th January, in honour of the late SSG.

The New Diplomat reports that the SSG died on Saturday while receiving treatment in the hospital after a car accident.

Aiyedatiwa said late Oluwatuyi was a recurring decimal in the politics and governance of Ondo State, adding that the history of the state will not be complete without a mention of his impacts.

He extolled the virtues of Oluwatuyi, describing him as a complete gentleman who conducted his public and private life with decorum and humility.

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