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Tinubu reacts to death of Lagos lawmaker at APC presidential rally

Presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Ahmed Tinubu has expressed sadness over the passing of Abdul-Sobur Olawale.

Olawale, popularly known as Omititi, a second-term lawmaker representing Mushin constituency II at the State House of Assembly, reportedly slumped and died during the Presidential Campaign Rally of the APC which began on Tuesday in Jos, Plateau.

Tinubu described the death of Olawale as tragic, saying he was a committed lawmaker, loyal party faithful, and unrelenting in his support for the growth and development of Lagos State and Nigeria.

Popular Lawmaker Slumps, Dies At APC Presidential Campaign In Jos

“I offer my deepest condolences to the family of Hon. Sobur Olawale who, until his tragic demise yesterday, represented Mushin Constituency II in the Lagos State House of Assembly.

“Omititi, as he was affectionately called by friends and loved ones, was a beloved family man, committed lawmaker and loyal party faithful. He was unrelenting in his support for the growth and development of Lagos State and Nigeria.

“I sympathise with his family and constituents, and pray the Almighty comforts those he left behind while granting him eternal rest,” the APC presidential candidate stated.

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