EKO HOT BLOG reports that the President Muhammadu Buhari has reacted to the death of the late former governor of Oyo State, Christopher Alao-Akala.
Alao-Akala, a former police officer, served as deputy governor before becoming governor of Oyo State.
He was confirmed dead on Wednesday at the age of 71.
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In a statement by Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina, Buhari said Alao-Akala served with dedication, making very important contributions to the development of institutions and communities.
He said: “As a former police officer and civilian governor with an extensive political career, the President affirms that Otunba Akala served the country and the people of Oyo State with dedication, making very important contributions to the development of institutions and communities.
“The President trusts that family, friends and associates who mourn the late governor, will honour his vision of entrenching good governance in the country and passion to lift the downtrodden in the society.
“The President prays God Almighty to grant the departed eternal rest and comfort those who mourn.”
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