EKO HOT BLOG reports that as condolences pour in, the father of the Lagos State House of Assembly Speaker, Rt. Hon. Mudashiru Obasa, has passed away.
Pa Suleimon Atanda Obasa, aged 83, a prominent businessman, breathed his last in the early hours of Tuesday.
The sad news was confirmed in a statement by Eromosele Ebhomele, the Chief Press Secretary to the speaker.
Described as a loving family man and respected community leader, Baba Obasa excelled in various sectors including oil and gas, transportation, and farming, where he empowered numerous citizens.
A devout Muslim, Pa Obasa dedicated his life to the service of Allah and mankind taking care of the needy and the less privileged.
He is survived by his wives, children and grandchildren among whom is the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly.
His remains would be interred at 4pm in the Agege (Old Abeokuta Motor Road) area of Lagos State, according to Islamic rites.
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