Abiodun commiserates with Aiyedatiwa over Ondo SSG’s death

Governor of Ondo State and Chairman of the South Governors’ Forum, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has commiserated with his Ondo State counterpart, Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and the people of the state on the demise of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Tayo Oluwatuyi.

While describing Oluwatuyi’s death as a great loss to not only the government but the entire state, Abiodun, in a condolence letter to Aiyedatiwa, prayed for the repose of his soul.

Oluwatuyi reportedly died on Saturday at a hospital in the state from the injuries he sustained in an accident on December 17 while travelling from Akure, the state capital, to Ibadan, Oyo State.

The Ogun State governor stated that the deceased SSG was a consummate public servant, a thoroughbred professional, and a highly conscientious individual whose imprints and strides in and out of the government in Ondo State have been nothing short of phenomenal.

He said, “The news of his death came as a rude shock, but, as in all situations, we recognise that whatever deep affection and love we had for him pales into insignificance when placed side by side with the love of Almighty God, who has chosen this Yuletide period to call him into His bosom, and whose will remains inviolate.

“He was a brilliant administrator and sagacious politician. He was an embodiment of virtues and a strong bridge between the political class and the career officers. His stabilising role in government will be missed by all.

“On behalf of the Southern States’ governors, I want to sympathise with His Excellency, Governor Lucky Aiyedatiwa, and the entire good people of Ondo State over the sudden demise of Oluwatuyi.

“I urge my brother, the State Executive Council, and the family and friends of the deceased to take consolation in the fact that the deceased lived a life of service for which he will be remembered for a long time to come.

“May God repose his soul and grant his immediate family the requisite fortitude to bear the irreplaceable loss.”