Gov Adeleke, Oyetola Mourn Death Of Badru

Governor Ademola Adeleke has commiserated with the Badru family of Iwoland over the demise of Alhaji Debo Badru, describing the death of the late politician as “shocking” and “sad”.

Governor Adeleke who had earlier reached out to the daughter of the deceased said he received the news with agonizing feeling, noting that “Debo Badru is a fine politician, an astute political player and a strong community leader”

Citing decades of political, social and personal relationships with the deceased, the State Governor said his message of condolence is from the entire Adeleke family and the government of Osun State.

“I commiserate with the illustrious Badru family of Iwoland, the political class in Osun state and the immediate family of Alhaji Debo Badru on this sad happening. I pray the good Lord grant his soul eternal rest and console his family in this difficult time”, Governor Adeleke was quoted as saying in his condolence message.

Also, the Minister of Marine and Blue Economy, Alhaji Isiaka Adegboyega Oyetola, described his former Political Adviser and chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC in Osun State, the late Alhaji Debo Badru, as a courageous person who stood out in terms of loyalty, consistency and dedication to duty.

He noted that the passing of such a dedicated and committed personality is a profound loss, not only to his loved ones but also to the entire State he served with diligence and passion.

The minister, therefore, extended his deepest condolences to His Imperial Majesty, Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi Telu I, the Oluwo of Iwo; the entire APC family in Osun, and the family of the late Mayegun Debo Badru.

In a statement by his spokesman, Ismail Omipidan, the minister said “Debo Badru’s invaluable contributions to the growth of our party and the promotion of our shared ideals will forever be remembered. His unwavering commitment to service and his legacy of dedication to whatever task he was assigned, would continue to inspire those who had the privilege of knowing and working with him.

“The impact of his work will resonate for years to come, and his absence will be deeply felt by all. It is a loss that transcends personal grief, affecting the entire community and the Osun political landscape.

“During this difficult time, my thoughts and prayers are with the Oluwo, the APC family, and the Badru family. May the Almighty Allah grant us all the strength and fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss, and may Allah grant the late Alhaji Debo Badru Aljanah firdaus,” the statement said.