Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has described his deceased predecessor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi as statesman who would be missed, but remembered for leaving a blueprint for some of the activities which his administration is currently undertaking.
Reacting to Ajimobi’s death on Thursday, Gov. Makinde also ordered that flags in the state should be flown at half-mast in honour of the late governor, today, June 26.
Ajimobi passed on Thursday from COVID-19 related complications.
Makinde’s statement posted on his verified Twitter handle on Thursday read: “I was so sorry to hear the news of the passing away of the immediate past Governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi which sad event took place earlier today.
“I cannot begin to imagine the pain the family must be going through at this time because of the loss of their patriarch. It is my prayer that God grants them all the strength to bear this great loss.
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“I join the good people of Oyo State as we mourn the death of a statesman. I have directed that flags fly at half-mast tomorrow in honour of our brother, friend and illustrious son of Oyo State.
“Surely, he will be remembered for leaving a blueprint for some of the activities that our administration is now undertaking.
“The Oyo State Government will be extending to his family, all the courtesies deserving of his personage. May his soul rest in peace.”
Meanwhile, the remains of the former governor would be committed to mother earth today.
