Osun APC mourns death of National Secretary's mother
Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
At a glance
- The Osun State chapter of Nigeria's All Progressives Congress (APC) mourns the death of Alhaja Sidikat Basiru, mother of the party's National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru.
- The party described her passing as a painful loss, highlighting her virtuous life marked by humility, kindness, discipline, and devotion to service.
- The APC expressed solidarity with Senator Basiru and his family, praying for strength and fortitude to bear the loss, and acknowledging the enduring legacy of good character she instilled in her children.
The Osun State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has announced the death of Alhaja Sidikat Basiru, the mother of the party's National Secretary, Senator Ajibola Basiru.
The passing of the late Alhaja Basiru was in accordance with the will of Almighty Allah, who gives life and takes it at His appointed time.
The party conveyed its heartfelt condolences to Senator Basiru and his entire family. In a statement signed by the Osun State APC Director of Media and Information, Kola Olabisi, the party described Alhaja Basiru's death as a profound loss, not only to her immediate family but also to all who knew her.
Alhaja Basiru was remembered as a virtuous woman whose life was characterized by humility, kindness, discipline, and an unwavering devotion to serving Allah and humanity. The APC emphasized that her passing, while in accordance with divine will, leaves an irreplaceable void, especially the departure of a caring mother and respected matriarch.
The departure of a caring mother and a respected matriarch always leaves an irreplaceable vacuum.
The Osun APC reaffirmed its solidarity with Senator Basiru during this difficult period, acknowledging the immense grief associated with losing a beloved mother. The party prayed for strength, patience, and fortitude for the bereaved family to bear the painful and irreparable loss. They also highlighted the outstanding legacy of good character and service to humanity that Alhaja Basiru instilled in her children, particularly Senator Basiru, whose public service is seen as an inspiration.
We pray that Almighty Allah grants him, his siblings, and the entire family the strength, patience and fortitude to bear the painful and irreparable loss.
Further prayers were offered for Almighty Allah to forgive the shortcomings of the deceased, accept her return, illuminate her grave, and grant her the highest rank in paradise. The Osun State APC expressed hope that the cherished memories and enduring legacy of Alhaja Basiru would continue to serve as a source of strength and inspiration to all who knew her.
The greatest tribute to the late matriarch is the outstanding legacy of good character, moral upbringing and service to humanity that she instilled in her children, particularly Senator Basiru, whose dedication to public service continues to inspire many within and outside the APC.
Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.