Tears flowed freely on Friday at the funeral mass for the victims of the June 5 2022 terror attack at the Saint Francis Catholic Church, Owaluwa, Owo Ondo State.
The names and pictures of the victims were released on the solemn occasion that drew grief from all, including the Governor of Ondo State, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, who could not hold back tears.
According to Aheredolu’s Chief Press Secretary Richard Olatunde, the State Governor, Arakunrin Oluwarotimi Akeredolu, and his wife, Chief Betty Anyanwu Akeredolu attended the funeral mass held at the Mydas Resort and Hotel, Owo.
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Governor Akeredolu, who wept during his speech said the government failed to protect the victims of the terror attack.
But in a swift response, the Bishop of Ondo Catholic Diocese, Dr. Jude Arogundade declared that Governor Akeredolu had not failed in protecting his people.
Bishop Arogundade said: ”You didn’t fail. You are a strong soldier. Your determination to protect those who voted you into power is unquestionable. This was done by cowards. You have tried your best.”
Governor Akeredolu stressed that the forces on the other side were evil, assuring that they will not triumph forever.
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