The All Progressives Congress (APC) National Secretary, Ajibola Basiru, is mourning the loss of his mother, Alhaja Sidikat Abake Basiru. The former federal lawmaker, who represented Osun Central senatorial district, announced her passing on Sunday, June 28, via his X (formerly Twitter) account.
Basiru's Tribute to His Mother
In his post, Basiru wrote: "Alhamdulilah for a life well spent in devotion to Allah and service to humanity! I will always remember your love and the sacrifice to enable us to be who Allah destined us to be. I love you maami, but I accept that we belong to Allah and to Him we shall all return someday!"
Condolences from APC Supporters
Several supporters of the APC reacted to the sad development on X. Jubrila Gawat wrote: "My condolences, baba. May Almighty Allah grant her paradise." Dipo Awojide commented: "Condolences sir. May her soul rest in peace and may God almighty comfort you and your entire family sir." Ridwan Ajetunmobi added: "Inna Lillaha wa Inna Ileyhin Rajiun. My condolences, sir."
More details are expected to follow as the family prepares for burial arrangements.
