The gubernatorial candidate of United Democratic Party (UDP) in the 2019 general elections, Otunba Adetunji Oyabambi has expressed deep sadness over the passing of Mr. Tunde Ashaolu, the Kwara State Publicity Secretary of the PDP who died on Sunday evening.
Oyabambi, in a condolence message released to newsmen in Ilorin, on Tuesday, described Asaolu’s death as a great loss, not only to his family but the state.
He said, “Just on Saturday, we celebrated the 47th birthday of our dear brother, Mr. Tunde but unfortunately we lost him on Sunday evening. When I received the news of his demise, I was devastated by this loss because, in everything that he did, he was exemplary.
“He was committed to his work; courageous with his words and a helping hand to everyone around him.”
He prayed that Almighty God grant Asaolu’s family and friends the fortitude to bear the loss.
“My prayers are with family and all the friends that he has left behind. May Almighty God grant Tunde eternal rest. He will be dearly missed,” he expressed.