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  • Gbajabiamila pained over Rasheed Alaba’s death

    Gbajabiamila pained over Rasheed Alaba’s death

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, on Tuesday, expressed sadness over the death of Alhaji Rasheed Alaba Williams.

    Alhaji Rasheed Alaba, the Ajiroba of Lagos, died on Monday at the age of 85.

    Gbajabiamila said he was pained at the death, describing the late Ajiroba of Lagos as a man with a large heart.

    The Speaker recalled how Alhaji Williams used his God-given talent and resources to better the lives of others during his lifetime.

    Gbajabiamila prayed for the repose of the soul of the late Ajiroba of Lagos. He also sent his heartfelt condolences to the late Alaba’s family, the people and the government of Lagos State. The Speaker also commiserated with members of the Eko Club where the late Ajiroba of Lagos served as the First President and founding member of the club.

  • Uwaifo’s death, a sad development, says Gbajabiamila

    Uwaifo’s death, a sad development, says Gbajabiamila

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has described the death of a legendary singer and guitarist, Sir Victor Uwaifo, as a sad development.

    Gbajabiamila said Uwaifo’s accomplishments would never be forgotten as he used his genre of music to entertain and educate Nigerians.

    The Speaker recalled how Uwaifo became popular in handling the guitar, which he said attracted the attention of a lot of Nigerians at the time.

    Speaker Gbajabiamila said Sir Victor Uwaifo would be missed by Nigerians and prayed God to grant the soul of the legendary musician eternal rest.

  • Gbajabiamila mourns Senator Durojaiye’s death

    Gbajabiamila mourns Senator Durojaiye’s death

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, on Tuesday, has described as sad and painful, the passing of a Fourth Republic Senator, chief Biyi Durojaiye.

    The Speaker said Senator Durojaiye, a chieftain of the defunct NADECO, was a patriotic Nigerian who gave his all in all for the development of the country.

    A statement by the Speaker’s Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Lanre Lasisi, said Senator Durojaiye, who was born in 1933, was a core democrat with uncommon credentials.

    The Speaker recalled how the late Durojaiye contributed to the development of Nigeria’s democracy through robust and purposeful engagements as a foremost economist, barrister and solicitor.

    Gbajabiamila prayed for the repose of the soul of Senator Durojaiye, whom he said would be sorely missed and prayed God to comfort his family at this moment of grief.

  • Gbajabiamila sad over Mantu’s death

    Gbajabiamila sad over Mantu’s death

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has described the death of a former Deputy President of the Senate, Ibrahim Mantu, as a sad development.

    Gbajabiamila said Mantu, who served as the Deputy President of the Senate in the 5th Assembly, was one Nigerian that would be remembered for his democratic credentials.

    The Speaker noted that Mantu contributed immensely to the growth and development of the Nigerian Legislature.

    Gbajabiamila sent his condolences to the Government and people of Plateau State, especially the Mantu family, over the loss.

    He prayed that the Almighty Allah will grant Mantu Jannatul Firdaus.

  • Gbajabiamila eulogises Baba Adinni of Lagos at 99

    Gbajabiamila eulogises Baba Adinni of Lagos at 99

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has eulogised the Baba Adinni of Lagos State, Alhaji Abdulhafeez Abou, on his 99th birthday.

    Gbajabiamila said attaining 99 years is a blessing and favour from the Almighty Allah, which should not be taken for granted, saying the Baba Adinni is worth celebrating.

    The Speaker noted that the Baba Adinni has lived his life worshipping the Almighty Allah and serving humanity the best way he could.

    He said Lagosians and indeed Nigerians would remain grateful to the Baba Adinni for the way he took his time to impact knowledge to different generations of Nigerians.

    The life of the nonagenarian is one that Nigerians should emulate, Gbajabiamila said, adding that he learnt a lot from the Baba Adinni being one of the Speaker’s constituents.

    The exemplar lifestyle of Sheikh Abou is manifest in one of his fruits, the Chief Imam of Lagos, Alhaji Sulaimon Abou-Nolla, who has demonstrated good leadership for the Muslim Ummah in our dear State.

    The Speaker said Nigerians, especially Lagosians, would remain grateful to the Almighty Allah for blessing them with the Baba Adinni “who is a unifier and a great leader among his people.”

    Speaker Gbajabiamila prayed Allah (SWT) to continue to protect the Baba Adinni and bless him with more wisdom.

  • Gbajabiamila greets Senator Olamilekan at 52

    Gbajabiamila greets Senator Olamilekan at 52

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has rejoiced with the Senator representing Lagos West Senatorial District, Senator Solomon Adeola Olamilekan on his 52nd birthday.

    Gbajabiamila, who described Olamilekan as a patriotic Nigerian that has contributed his quota to the development of democracy in the country, said the Lagos West Senator is a true representative of his people.

    He said at 52, Senator Olamilekan, popularly known as Yayi, has achieved a lot as an individual and a politician.

    In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Speaker Gbajabiamila expressed delight that he and Olamilekan have come a long way under the progressive family.

    He lauded the efforts of Yayi in giving back to the people he represents, saying his invaluable contributions to Lagos State and Nigeria deserve commendation.

    Gbajabiamila wished Senator Olamilekan many more years in good health and increased wisdom from the Almighty God.

  • Gbajabiamila mourns Gov Abiodun’s father

    Gbajabiamila mourns Gov Abiodun’s father

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has described as sad and painful, the death of Emmanuel Abiodun, the father of Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun.

    Gbajabiamila said the late Emmanuel Abiodun, a retired teacher, lived a fulfilled life full of service to humanity.

    He said the late Emmanuel Abiodun’s exemplary life has impacted positively in the lives of his children, who have become successful and useful to the society.

    Gbajabiamila sent his condolences to the Abiodun Family of Iperu-Remo, the government, and the people of Ogun State over the irreparable loss.

    The Speaker prayed for the repose of the soul of late Emmanuel Abiodun and prayed God to comfort his family at this moment of grief.

  • Gbajabiamila felicitates Emefiele at 60

    Gbajabiamila felicitates Emefiele at 60

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has congratulated the Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Mr. Godwin Emefiele, on his 60th birthday.

    Gbajabiamila, in a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Lanre Lasisi, said Emefiele is one Nigerian that has been serving his country diligently and committedly as the governor of the apex bank.

    The Speaker said Emefiele’s track records are there for all to see, noting that Nigeria and Nigerians are proud of him for his services.

    Gbajabiamila wished Mr. Emefiele many more years in good health as he continues to pilot the affairs of the Central Bank of Nigeria.

  • Gbajabiamila greets Omo-Agege at 58

    Gbajabiamila greets Omo-Agege at 58

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has rejoiced with the Deputy President of the Senate, Distinguished Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, as he marks his 58th birthday tomorrow, August 3.

    Gbajabiamila said Distinguished Senator Omo-Agege has distinguished himself as a committed lawmaker with the interest of the Nigerian people.

    In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Lanre Lasisi, the Speaker said Distinguished Senator Omo-Agege has contributed immensely to the growth and development of the Nigerian legislature.

    As a politician of the APC extraction, Gbajabiamila said Omo-Agege’s sterling leadership qualities have made him one of the top party members to reckon with.

    He said the Delta State politician has maintained an unassuming personality over the years, noting that his character portrays him as someone worthy of emulation.

    Gbajabiamila prayed for more fruitful years in good health for the Deputy President of the Senate.

  • Speaker Gbajabiamila celebrates Marcelle Ruth, Nigeria’s first comprehensive cancer centre

    Speaker Gbajabiamila celebrates Marcelle Ruth, Nigeria’s first comprehensive cancer centre

    The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rep. Femi Gbajabiamila, has congratulated the Marcelle Ruth Cancer Centre & Specialist Hospital, Ikoyi Lagos, for being the first of such centres in Nigeria.

    Gbajabiamila said with the take-off of the centre in April, Nigerians have at last gotten a cancer centre with a state-of-the-art facility for chemotherapy, radiation, and surgery, a one-stop centre obtainable anywhere in the world.

    In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Lanre Lasisi, the Speaker said he was proud of the Marcelle Ruth Cancer Centre and Specialist Hospital for being the pioneer.

    “I congratulate the founders, Dr. Modupe Elebute-Odunsi and Mr. Bolaji Odunsi, and the management of the Marcelle Ruth Cancer Centre & Specialist Hospital, Victoria Island, Lagos for this great feat.

    “I am elated to be associated with this success story as I attended the formal opening of the centre in April. Within just a few months of your operations, you have started to prove that you can be trusted.

    “Your story is not only encouraging but also inspiring. I am more than happy that this ‘comprehensive healthcare centre is the first of its kind in Nigeria and, indeed, West Africa,’” the Speaker said.