Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa of Ondo State has declared three-day mourning and prayers in honour of the late Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Temitayo Oluwatuyi.
The SSG died on Saturday while receiving treatment in the hospital after a car accident.
Mr Aiyedatiwa made the declaration on Sunday in Akure when he led members of the State Executive Council (SEC) on a condolence visit to the wife and family of the deceased.
According to the governor, Mr Oluwatuyi was a recurring decimal in the politics and governance of Ondo State.
“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,” Mr Aiyedatiwa said.
The governor, who also spoke with the children of the deceased based outside the country via video call, extolled the virtues of Mr Oluwatuyi.
He described him as a complete gentleman who conducted his public and private life with decorum and humility.
Mr Aiyedatiwa prayed for the repose of the deceased soul and promised the support of the government for the family.
Meanwhile, Ayoade Babalola, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Infrastructure, led the team in a special prayer for the family, the Akure community, and the state.