The government of Edo State has announced the opening of a condolence register at The Government House in Benin City.
A statement endorsed by the Chief Press Secretary, Mr. John Mayaki said interested people in the state can send in their condolences on the passing on of Brigadier General (rtd) Dr. Samuel Osaigbovo Ogbemudia.
Meanwhile, Governor Obaseki of Edo State has also declared seven days mourning for death of the renowned political leader whose strong foundation in governance helped to consolidate the infrastructural, social and economic development of both Delta and Edo states, which comprised old Bendel State.
The register will be open from 8am to 4pm for seven days starting from today, March 10 at The Government House in Benin City as well as all the 18 local governments across the state.
Besides, the statement said the condolence register will remain open on Saturday and Sunday.
It will be recalled that the elder statesman passed on in the early hours of Friday, 10 March 2017.