Okowa said the late Ariyo Dare-Atoye fought for humanity and for the oppressed, for justice and a better society.
This was contained in a statement shared by the Okowa’s media aide, Ovie Success, on his Facebook page.
Governor Okowa told Mrs Dare-Atoye, “The nation is forever in your husband’s debt for his strength and advocacy. He lived a short life; but he lived a life full of purpose.“
He prayed with the wife and family, and asked God to comfort, provide and protect them in their hours of need.
In a message he later penned in the condolence register, Okowa said, “Ariyo Dare fought for humanity. He fought for the oppressed, for justice and a better society for us all. We will sorely miss him. May his soul Rest In Peace. Adieu Ariyo. 29/10/2022”
Dignitaries, including former Ekiti State Governor, Segun Oni, also visited the Dare-Atoye’s family.
Speaking on his visit via his Facebook page, Okowa wrote on Saturday, “This morning, I visited Mrs. Abiola Dare-Atoye, to commiserate with her on the passing of her husband, Mr. Ariyo Dare-Atoye.
“During the visit, I thanked Mrs. Dare-Atoye for Ariyo’s contributions to strengthening our nation’s democracy.
“I asked her to take solace in the fact that Nigeria is forever in Ariyo’s debt for his strength, his courage, and his advocacy.
“He lived a short life, but he lived a life that was full of purpose.”
