Chief Olu Adebanjo , one of the leaders of the All
Progressives Congress (APC) in Ogun State and
former Minister of Information in the Second
Republic regime of President Shehu Shagari, is
dead .


Adebanjo died at his residence in Idowa, in
Odogbolu Local Government Area of Ogun State
on Thursday at about 1. 35pm at the age of 83.
While commiserating with the family at the late
statesman residence, Gov. Ibikunle Amosun
described Adebanjo as a selfless leader and a
pillar , which the progressive party was built on .
The governor said Adebanjo left a great legacy of
a true progressive behind by contributing to the
growth of the state and the country.


Amosun also said he was happy that Adebanjo’ s
dream of having a progressive man rule the
country came to pass before his demise with the
victory of President- elect , Muhammadu Buhari .


The governor promised the late Adebanjo ’s
widow, Joanna , that the state would ensure
Adebanjo got a befitting burial worthy of a
statesman .
Also, Ogun State Commissioner for Commerce
and Industry , Mr Bimbo Ashiru and Ogun APC
stalwart, Chief Doja Adewolu, described Adebanjo
as a great man who spent most of his life in
meritorious service .


Hon. Akintunde Amu , a family member, said
Adebanjo had been ill since February .
He thanked the governor and his entourage for a
swift response to the news of Adebanjo ’s
demise .
The family had yet to fix a date for the burial of
the deceased.



http://www.pmnewsnigeria.com/2015/05/08/apc-leader-olu-adebanjo-dies/

didn't know him


RIP

RIP