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Tinubu condoles former speaker, Bankole, on mother’s death

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[FILES] Former Speaker of House of Representatives, Dimeji Bankole.
President Bola Tinubu has extended condolences to the former Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Oladmeji Bankole and his family on the passing of his mother, Alhaja Monsurat Atinuke Bankole, at the age of 78.

She died Thursday after a brief illness.

President Tinubu also joined the Bankole family and the Ogun State Government in mourning the demise of Iya Adinni of Egbaland. She dedicated her life to community development, guided by her convictions in the Islamic faith.

The President, in a statement expressed confidence that Mama’s legacy will continue in the countless lives she touched through her compassion, generosity, and humility.

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Tinubu in the statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, prayed for the peaceful repose of her soul and for Allah to comfort all who mourn her demise.

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