Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State has sent his heartfelt condolences to the victims of St. Francis Catholic Church massacred in Owo local government area of Ondo State.
In a condolence message, the Edo State governor, condemned what he described as “Mindless” act committed in a Church where worshippers gathered seek God’s face.
“I condemn in the strongest terms the attack on innocent people in St. Francis Catholic Church in Owo, Ondo State, which led to the gruesome killing of many, including women and children.
“This mindless act committed in a church where many gathered to seek spiritual solace and worship God has tilted the scale in our nation’s war against terror.
“I commiserate with families that lost loved ones in this act of shame which has never before been heard of in the history of Owo, a quiet and peaceful town with inextricable ties with the people of Edo State.
“I also express my condolences to my colleague, the Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu SAN, as well as all the people of Ondo State. Let me assure you all that in this dark and desperate time in our history as one people separated by very intangible geographical boundary, you are not alone.
“You can count on our prayers, support and cooperation as we all wade through this tough time together, as we take steps to ensure that the perpetrators of this dastardly act are apprehended and that this cowardly act of terror is never perpetrated in our land ever again.
‘please accept my most heartfelt condolences”, he added.
Also, the Deputy Senate President (DSP), Ovie Omo-Agege, has expressed shock over the killing, saying they are despicable crimes against God and humanity.
The Deputy Senate President, who represents Delta Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly (NASS), said: “I received the news of the gruesome attack at St. Francis Catholic Church, Owo, Ondo State with shock, disbelief and sadness. These are despicable crimes against God and humanity.
“My thoughts and prayers are with the families that lost their loved ones at this tragic and difficult time of mourning and sadness.
“May I also take this opportunity to express my most sincere condolences to the Catholic Diocese of Ondo, the government and people of Ondo State in this tough time.
“May the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace, he said.
