The All Progressives Congress (APC) in Oyo state is grieving the loss of its Chairman, Barrister Isaac Omodewu, who passed away on Sunday in the United States.
The party has expressed profound sorrow over his death, describing it as a devastating blow to both the party and the nation.
Omodewu, a lawyer from Otu, had been receiving treatment for an undisclosed illness in the United States since November 2023. His untimely demise has left the party in shock and disbelief.
In a statement released on Monday by the party’s Publicity Secretary, Olawale Sadare, the Oyo APC paid tribute to Omodewu’s contributions and character:
“A big Iroko has fallen and a big vacuum has surfaced in our Party (APC). Our late chairman was an epitome of humility, kindness and selflessness. He emerged as the state chairman at a turbulent period and he did his best to stabilize the party.”
The statement highlighted Omodewu’s efforts in reconciling party members, noting that his passing comes at a time when these initiatives were beginning to yield positive results.
Omodewu had a distinguished career in public service, having served as a Commissioner in various ministries during the two-term administration of late Senator Abiola Ajimobi from 2011 to 2019.
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The Oyo APC extended its condolences to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, the APC National Chairman, and party members across Nigeria.
“We pray God to grant him eternal rest and give members of his immediate family, friends and associates the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss,” the statement read.
