Ogun: Gov Dapo Abiodun mourns Alaperu of Iperu-Remo
Governor Dapo Abiodun has described the passing of the Alaperu of Iperu-Remo, Oba Adeleke Idowu-Basibo, as a shocking and irreplaceable personal loss.
In a statement by his spokesman, Kayode Akinmade, Mr Abiodun called the late ruler, friend and confidant.
The governor said he was devastated by the sudden passing of the highly distinguished, revered, and beloved traditional ruler.
He added that Mr Idowu-Basibo’s reign brought peace and prosperity to Iperu-Remo, Ogun, and Nigeria.
“To say the least, Oba Adeleke Adelekan Idowu-Basibo was a paragon of excellence,” Mr Abiodun stated.
The governor noted that the late traditional ruler demonstrated excellence throughout his distinguished two-decade career at the customs service in Europe.
“His reign brought remarkable progress to Iperu-Remo in many areas, including infrastructure, economic advancement, and the expansion of peace and progress,” he added.
Mr described him as a man of great grace who carried himself with dignity and prioritised his people’s wellbeing.
“He will be sorely missed,” the governor said.
The Alaperu passed away on Thursday.
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