President Bola Tinubu has extended his condolences to the National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Senator Surajudeen Ajibola Basiru, following the death of his mother, Alhaja Sidikat Abake Basiru.
In a condolence message issued on Sunday by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, the President expressed deep sympathy to Senator Basiru and the entire family over the passing of the family matriarch.
Tinubu paid glowing tribute to the late Alhaja Basiru, describing her as a disciplined and responsible woman who dedicated her life to raising her children with enduring values of integrity, faith, selfless service and discipline.
The President noted that Senator Basiru’s contributions to national development and his role in strengthening the ruling APC reflected the quality of upbringing he received from his late mother.
“The loss of a loving mother is a profound moment of grief. While death is an inevitable part of life, the pain of losing a parent is deeply felt and leaves an enduring void,” Tinubu said.
He prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased, asking Almighty Allah to grant her Aljanah Firdaus, while also seeking divine comfort for Senator Basiru, members of the bereaved family, friends and loved ones during the mourning period.
“I pray that Almighty Allah will grant the departed matriarch Aljanah Firdaus and comfort Senator Basiru, other members of the family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult period.
“I urge all Mama’s survivors to find solace in the exemplary life she lived and the enduring legacy that she has left behind,” the President added.
Alhaja Sidikat Abake Basiru died in the early hours of Sunday. Her death has drawn condolences from political leaders, associates and well-wishers, who have continued to pay tribute to her life of faith, service and devotion to family.
