The Ondo State Association of Retired Heads of Service and Permanent Secretaries has described the death of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Hon. Temitayo Oluwatuyi, as a significant loss not only to his family but also to the Ondo State Government, the Deji of Akure, Oba (Dr.) Aladetoyinbo Ogunlade Aladelusi, Odundun II, and the entire people of the state.

In a condolence message signed by the Acting President, Mrs. Mojisola Ajayi, on behalf of the Association, Hon. Temitayo Oluwatuyi was described as a sincere, hardworking, reliable, dependable, trustworthy, and dedicated public officer.

The deceased was further eulogised as an epitome of gentleness and humility, as well as a man of compassion, vision, and integrity.

The Association noted that the late SSG positively impacted many individuals and groups within Ondo State and beyond.

Expressing sadness over his untimely demise, the Association lamented that Hon. Oluwatuyi passed away when his services were still greatly needed.

However, it noted that the legacies he left behind would continue to speak for him.

The Association urged the Ondo State Government, the Deji of Akure, his family, and the people of the state to find solace in the fact that he lived a fulfilled and purposeful life worthy of emulation.

Acknowledging the vacuum created by his passing, the Association prayed for God to grant him eternal rest and to provide his family, the Ondo State Government, the Deji of Akure, and the people of Ondo State with the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.