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Tinubu mourns traditional ruler of Isolo, Oba Agbabiaka

President Tinubu prays to God Almighty to grant the soul of the late monarch peaceful repose.

• April 11, 2024

President Bola Tinubu has received the news of the passing of the Osolo of Isolo, Oba Kabiru Agbabiaka (Adeola Olushi III), with deep sadness.

Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, made this known in a statement on Wednesday in Abuja.

Mr Ngelale said that the President condole with the family of the deceased, the Council of Obas and Chiefs, as well as the government and people of Lagos State.

”While mourning the passing of Oba Agbabiaka, the President urges his family and everyone grieving this painful loss, to take solace in the remarkable legacy left behind by the departed. President Tinubu prays to God Almighty to grant the soul of the late monarch peaceful repose and his family the strength to bear the huge weight of his passing,” Mr Ngelale said.

The deceased, aged 64, passed away on Wednesday after observing the eid prayers.

(NAN)

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