By KEMI KASUMU
President Muhammadu Buhari condoles with the Oluwasanmi family of Ipetu Ijesa, Osun State on the loss of their beloved father and grandfather, Chief Oyekunle Oluwasanmi at 85.
His condolences were contained in a statement dated July 22, 2022 signed by Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Mr. Femi Adesina, copy of which was sent to The DEFENDER on Friday.
President Buhari noted the contributions of Chief Oluwasanmi to the service to his fatherland, as an Area Administrator with the Nigerian Customs Service, member, Committee for States and Local Governments creation that birthed the six states in 1996, and his appointment as Minister of State for Power and Steel the same year. He was also Chairman of the Board of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN).
According to the President, “Chief Oluwasanmi, the renowned technocrat, administrator and highly respected community leader, continued to participate actively in faith-based organisations and social community development after his public life, stressing the essence of togetherness and strong family values.”
He prays that God almighty will repose the soul of the former Minister and comfort family, friends and associates at this time.
