Governor Seyi Makinde Wednesday ordered that flags be flown at half-mast all through Oyo state in honour of the departed Federal Home of Representatives member for Ibadan North federal constituency, Hon. Olaide Akinremi.
The governor gave the order in a press release by the state Commissioner for Info, Prince Dotun Oyelade, and made out there to journalists in Ibadan.
Governor Makinde described the sudden demise of late Hon Akinremi who represented Ibadan North Federal Constituency till his demise as stunning and an awesome loss to the state, and prayed for the repose of the soul of the departed and braveness for the household to bear the unlucky loss.
Additionally, the lawmaker representing Ibadan North West/ Ibadan South West federal constituency of Oyo state, Hon. Adedeji Olajide expressed deep sorrow over the demise of his colleague, Hon. Akinremi
Hon Olajide in a press release by his particular adviser, Media and Public Affairs, Mr Tolu Mustapha, described the late Hon Akinremi as a devoted and hardworking lawmaker who contributed considerably to the event of the nation.
“I’m deeply saddened by the information of Hon. Akinremi Jagaban’s passing. He was a brother and colleague who confirmed nice dedication to our nation’s progress. His demise is a good loss to the Nationwide Meeting and the individuals of Oyo state,” he mentioned.
Hon Olajide added, “Hon Jagaban can be significantly missed, however his legacy will dwell on in our hearts and within the lives of these he touched.”