The Ondo State Government has declared a three-day mourning period in honor of the late Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Temitayo Oluwatuyi, who passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025, following complications from a recent road accident.
Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa made the announcement, with the mourning period scheduled from Sunday, January 5, to Tuesday, January 7, 2025.
During a condolence visit to the family of the late Oluwatuyi in Akure, Governor Aiyedatiwa, accompanied by members of the State Executive Council, described the deceased as a pivotal figure in Ondo State’s politics and governance. He noted that Oluwatuyi’s contributions to the state’s development would forever be remembered.
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 bosom of your creator, God. Amen.”
Oluwatuyi, affectionately known as ‘Tukana,’ had been involved in a car accident on December 15, 2024, while traveling to Ibadan. He was undergoing treatment at an undisclosed hospital before his death.
President Bola Tinubu and several state governors have sent their condolences to the government and people of Ondo State, paying tribute to Oluwatuyi’s dedication and service.
The state government has assured the bereaved family of its full support during this challenging time.
The three-day mourning period underscores the state’s profound respect for the late SSG and his significant role in Ondo State’s progress and governance.
