Gov Abiodun sympathises with Dimeji Bankole over mother’s death
Governor Dapo Abiodun has commiserated with the former speaker of the House of Representatives, Dimeji Bankole, over the death of his mother, Monsurat Bankole.
Mr Abiodun, in a condolence message issued by his special adviser on media and strategy, Kayode Akinmade, described the late matriarch of the Bankole family as an amazon of note and a devout Muslim.
Mr Bankole’s mother died on Friday after a brief illness at the age of 79.
The governor also described the deceased as a great leader who contributed immensely to the development of her community while also serving as a pillar of the Bankole family.
He prayed for the repose of her soul and the fortitude for her immediate family to bear the irreparable loss.
“It is indeed heartbreaking to lose yet another distinguished woman of strength and integrity in Ogun State following the recent loss of Adebisi Edionseri (Cash Madam).
”However, we find comfort in the legacy of piety and humanitarian service that she has left behind,” he said.
“She was not only a proud mother but also a steadfast pillar of support for her husband, Chief Alani Bankole. May God Almighty grant her Al Jannah Firdaus,” he said.
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