Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, has prolonged his heartfelt condolences to Ondo State Governor, Fortunate Aiyedatiwa, following the demise of the Secretary to the Ondo State Authorities, Tayo Oluwatuyi.
In an announcement issued on Saturday by his Chief Press Secretary, Sulaimon Olanrewaju, Makinde described Oluwatuyi’s passing as each painful and surprising.
He expressed sympathy to the Ondo State Authorities, the household of the deceased, and the folks of Ondo State, providing prayers for power and luxury throughout this troublesome time.
Makinde stated, “I commiserate with Ondo State Governor, Mr Fortunate Aiyedatiwa, on the unlucky demise of the Secretary to the State Authorities, Mr Tayo Oluwatuyi. I equally categorical my condolences to the state authorities, the household of the deceased, and the folks of Ondo State.”
He added, “This demise is surprising and painful, however we will solely undergo the desire of God, who provides and takes life. I encourage Governor Aiyedatiwa and the household of Mr. Oluwatuyi to be robust and brave. It’s my prayer that God will grant them the fortitude to bear the loss.”
Additionally, the Chairman of the South-West Governors Discussion board and Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has expressed deep sorrow over Oluwatuyi’s demise.
In an announcement launched by his Particular Adviser on Media and Publicity, Gboyega Akosile, Sanwo-Olu prolonged his condolences to Aiyedatiwa, the Ondo State Authorities, and the folks of the state, describing the demise of Oluwatuyi as an ideal loss.
Sanwo-Olu hailed the late Oluwatuyi as a devoted and hardworking public servant, noting that his service to the folks of Ondo State was marked by deep ardour and dedication.
He additionally recalled the late Oluwatuyi’s earlier function as Chairman of Akure South Native Authorities Space and as SSG to the late Governor Oluwarotimi Akeredolu.
“The late Hon. Tayo Oluwatuyi was a patriot who gave his all to the service of Ondo State and its folks. His contributions to the event of the state is not going to be forgotten,” Sanwo-Olu stated.
The Lagos Governor additional prayed for the peaceable repose of Oluwatuyi’s soul and for God’s power to assist Governor Aiyedatiwa, the Ondo State Authorities, the deceased’s household, and your entire folks of Ondo State on this troublesome time.
Oluwatuyi, who was concerned in a highway accident alongside the Ife-Ibadan Highway on December 19, 2024, succumbed to his accidents and handed away on Saturday, forsaking a legacy of service and dedication.
