Just In

Oyo APC Representative Musiliu Akinremi, Popularly Known as ‘Jagaban,’ Passes Away at 51

Written by Jerry Alomatu on July 10, 2024

News Views: 416

Musiliudeen Akinremi, a prominent two-term member of the House of Representatives representing Ibadan North Federal Constituency in Oyo State, has passed away at the age of 51. Known affectionately as Jagaban, details surrounding his death remain unclear as of now.

The news of his passing has elicited deep sadness among his colleagues and constituents. Akin Adewale, a close associate of the deceased, expressed his grief on social media, lamenting the loss of a dedicated public servant.

Confirming the unfortunate news, Akin Rotimi, spokesman for the House of Representatives, conveyed Speaker Tajudeen Abbas’s heartfelt condolences. Abbas remembered Akinremi as a committed lawmaker who chaired the House Committee on Science Research Institutions. Throughout his tenure, Akinremi advocated passionately for policies that aimed at enhancing social welfare, fostering economic growth, and advancing scientific research.

Described as both a grassroots politician and a respected statesman, Akinremi earned the nickname ‘Jagaban’ due to his unwavering dedication to his constituents and the nation. He was known for his mentoring of younger parliamentarians and his profound institutional knowledge, which he used to shape legislative debates and initiatives.

Speaker Abbas Tajudeen mourned Akinremi’s death as a significant loss to the House of Representatives and the entire nation, highlighting his invaluable contributions to legislative work, particularly in the realm of science and research.

Akinremi’s demise leaves a void in Nigerian politics and public service, with many remembering him for his leadership, wisdom, and passionate commitment to improving the lives of those he served.