Presidency

‘He was my rock’: President lauds Kafaru Tinubu’s 20th year demise

President Bola Tinubu has celebrated the life and legacy of the late patriarch of the Tinubu family, Kafaru Oluwole Tinubu, on the 20th anniversary of his passing.

Tinubu described the late lawyer as “my rock”, say the former policeman served Nigeria diligently.

The president said this in a statement issued by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, on Thursday, October 26, 2023.

He stated: “Baba was the finest of men. He was an honourable man; he was noble. He believed in defending the weak against the strong and standing for what is just even at the cost of personal liberty.

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“He was my fortress in the dark days of oppression. He was my rock.

“Baba was selfless. He never stopped giving himself; his fortune, and everything for the betterment of others.”

President Tinubu further recalled the advice, support, and guidance Kafaru provided him when he served as the governor of Lagos State, saying: “Baba was passionate about good governance. When I was the governor of Lagos, he was always on hand to offer brilliant advice and guidance.

“He left a legacy that is larger than life. We will continue to celebrate Baba as well as the values and principles he exemplified.”

The Star

Segun Ojo

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