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Owo Catholic Church Massacre: South-West states observe three-day mourning

“The extension was sequel to the resolution of the South-West Governors’ Forum to observe a three-day mourning period, starting from Monday to Wednesday.”

• June 13, 2022
St Francis Catholic Church Owo, Ondo State/ Seyi Makinde, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Gboyega Oyetola, KayKayode Fayemi and Rotimi Akeredolu
St Francis Catholic Church Owo, Ondo State/ Seyi Makinde, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, Gboyega Oyetola, KayKayode Fayemi and Rotimi Akeredolu

Governor Rotimi Akeredolu of Ondo has extended the mourning period in the state to Wednesday.

This is contained in a statement signed by Richard Olatunde, the chief press secretary to the governor.

Mr Olatunde explained that the extension was sequel to the resolution of the South-West Governors’ Forum to observe a three-day mourning period, starting from Monday to Wednesday across all the South-West states.

“Governor Akeredolu has also directed that all flags in the state must be flown at half-mast for the three days period. Recall that the governor had directed that all flags in the state be flown at half-mast for seven days from Monday to Sunday,” said the statement.

It added, “Governor Akeredolu appreciated the governors in the South-West for the massive love and cooperation shown since the horrendous attack in Owo.”

(NAN)

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