Ondo State Governor, Akeredolu has cancelled the celebration of Democracy Day in the state due to last Sunday’s attack on the St Francis Xavier Catholic Church in Owo. Akeredolu announced the cancellation on his official Twitter handle, @RotimiAkeredolu on Saturday.
In his tweet, Akeredolu said: “In honour of the victims of the terror attack at St. Francis Catholic Church in Owo, the Ondo State Government has cancelled this year’s June 12 celebration.”
“The cancellation is to enable the people of Ondo State to mourn their loved ones who lost their lives in the horrific attack.”
“The cancellation is to enable the people of Ondo State to mourn their loved ones who lost their lives in the horrific attack.”
On their part, the South-west Speakers have condemned the gruesome attack on Owo Catholic church.
In a statement by the Chairman, South-west Speaker’s Conference, Hon. Bamidele Oleyelogun also commiserated with Akeredolu.
Oleyelogun, who is the Speaker Ondo State House of Assembly, said the ancient town of Owo, which was known for peace before the strike by terrorists caused havoc to many households affected by the ugly trend.
In a statement by the Chairman, South-west Speaker’s Conference, Hon. Bamidele Oleyelogun also commiserated with Akeredolu.
Oleyelogun, who is the Speaker Ondo State House of Assembly, said the ancient town of Owo, which was known for peace before the strike by terrorists caused havoc to many households affected by the ugly trend.
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