Tinubu condoles with Davies’ family over passing of matriarch
Condolence
By Salif Atojoko
Abuja, June 28, 2024 (NAN) President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the family of the late Chief Hezekiah Oladipo Davies over the passing of their matriarch, Mrs Olujoke Davies.
Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President, Media and Publicity, in a statement on Friday, said Olujoke passed away at the age of 90.
He said Olujoke was the wife of Davies, one of Nigeria’s founding fathers; a lawyer, journalist, and former Minister of Industries.
She was the mother of Mrs Olufunmilayo Goka, former Deputy Managing Director of Agip Oil,
“The President describes the departed matriarch as an illustrious daughter of the nation who lived a full life dedicated to the Almighty and to the service of her family and community.
“President Tinubu commiserates with the entire Davies family, as well as the Oluwole family and the Ogunmade ruling house of Lagos,” the statement said.
It said the President prayed for the repose of the soul of the deceased, while asking her family to take solace in her enduring legacies. (NAN) (www.nannews.ng)
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Edited by Oluwole Sogunle
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