- Safiu Kehinde
The Secretary to the Ondo State Government (SSG), Tayo Oluwatuyi, has passed away two weeks after involvement in car crash.
The SSG popularly known as “Tukana”, died at Obafemi Awolowo University Teaching Hospital, Ile-Ife, Osun state.
He could not survive the injuries he sustained in a car accident on the 15th of December last year.
The Ondo State Government has also confirmed the death of the SSG in a statement made available to newsmen by Chief Wale Akinlosotu, the Commissioner for Information and Orientation.
Okuwatuyi, as described by Akinlosotu, was a dedicated public servant whose unwavering commitment to administrative coordination, policy advisory, and implementation had a significant impact on Ondo State.
Prior to his death, he served various capacities, including as Chairman of Akure South local government, Commissioner and twice as SSG.
”It is with profound sadness that the Government of Ondo State announces the passing of Hon. Temitayo Oluwatuyi, Secretary to the State Government (SSG), on Jan. 4.
“Oluwatuyi was a dedicated public servant whose unwavering commitment to administrative coordination, policy advisory, and implementation had a significant impact on Ondo State.
“He served with distinction and played a crucial role in the state government, working closely with the Governor and other top officials of Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs).
“Having served government in various capacities, including as Chairman of Akure South local government, Commissioner and twice as SSG, Oluwatuyi will forever be remembered for his invaluable contributions to the development of Ondo State,” the statement read in part.
Akinlosotu also extended the state government’s condolence to the Oluwatuyi family of Akure, friends, and associates.
He said that further details regarding burial arrangements would be shared as they become available.