….directs flags fly at half-mast
By Ife Osemedua
365Daily – Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has directed that flags in Oyo State fly at half-mast in honour of the late Christopher Alao-Akala, former governor of the state.
Otunba Alao-Akala, passed on on Wednesday, January 12, 2022.
In a statement personally released by the governor, he said his predecessor would be remembered for his contributions to the development of the state.
Makinde said, “I join the good people of Oyo State to mourn the passing of a former Governor of our dear state, Otunba Christopher Alao-Akala, which sad event took place today. May his soul rest in peace and may God grant his family the fortitude to bear this great loss.
“I have directed that flags fly at half-mast in honour of Governor Alao-Akala, our brother, friend and illustrious son of Oyo State.
“His Excellency will be remembered for his contributions to the development of Oyo State as Governor, especially for taking infrastructural development to other zones of the state outside Ibadan.”