The former minister of Interior, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola has mourned the death of Asiwaju of Osogboland, Chief Ajadi Badmus.
Aregbesola described the late Badmus as a man of truth who spent his lifetime for the development of the Osogbo.
Osun Defender reports that Chief Badmus died in the early hours of Sunday in Osogbo at the age of 83.
In a tribute he signed on Sunday, the former two-term governor of Osun State, said the late Asiwaju of Osogboland was a devoted Muslim who contributed to the advancement of Islam by building mosques and supporting Islamic programmes.
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The statement read, “I received with shock but submission to the will of Allah the report of the demise of the Asiwaju of Osogboland, Chief Ajadi Abdulfatai Adekilekun Badmus. Chief Badmus was a great indigene of Osogbo who spent his lifetime for the development of the city. He was a household name in Osogbo, famous far and near for his piety, philanthropy, and acts of kindness. He was a devout Muslim who contributed to the advancement of Islam by building mosques and supporting Islamic programmes.
“A progressive at heart, he was one of the leaders in the state who identified with our progressive cause and supported my governorship ambition. He never ceased to be my adviser until his departure. I will eternally cherish his friendship, love, and good disposition towards me. He was a father to all and always stood by the truth.
“His death is a colossal loss to everyone who cherishes and stands by the truth. Osogbo has lost a selfless progressive and community leader.
“I commiserate with his family, the Ataoja, and the good people of Osogbo for this indescribably painful loss. May God grant them the fortitude to bear this immense loss. May Allah accept his return, forgive his sins, and admit him to Aljanah Firdaus.”
Kazeem Badmus is a graduate of Mass Communication with years of experience. A professional in journalism and media writing, Kazeem prioritses accuracy and factual reportage of issues. He is also a dexterous finder of the truth with conscious delivery of unbiased and development oriented stories.
