The governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has expressed shock over the death of Senator Buruji Kashamu on Saturday.
Senator Kashamu, who represented Ogun East at the Senate in the 8th National Assembly and contested the gubernatorial ticket of the state on the platform of the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) in 2019 general election, died in a hospital in Lagos on Saturday.
In a statement released in Abeokuta on Saturday by his Chief Press Secretary, Kunle Somorin, Governor Abiodun described Kashamu’s passing as one death too many and a devastating blow to the nation’s political family generally.
“I received the sad news of the passing of Senator Buruji Kashamu today, 8 August, 2020, with a deep pain and grief that words cannot capture. On behalf of my family, the Government and good people of Ogun State, I convey our deepest condolences” Governor Abiodun said.
The governor who lamented that Kashamu’s demise has further diminished the tribe of his (Abiodun) close political associates described the late senator as a large-hearted politician and courageous fighter for whatever cause he (Kashamu) believed in.
The governor said “He was not just a loving personality, a generous giver and someone who lived for others, he was to many a beacon of hope of a better tomorrow. This painful exit is much more than the end of an individual.
“Distinguished Senator Kashamu was a phenomenon ,he was faithful to his principles and convictions and even his critics woud attest to his tenacity of purpose.
According to the governor, late Kashamu was a consummate politician and patriot who will be sorely missed within and outside Ogun State for his larger than life disposition.
“Posterity will accord him his due recognition for his legacies of service and forthrightness. He was a worthy Ambassador of Ogun State.” the governor said.
Governor Abiodun prayed to Almighty Allah to forgive and admit the deceased to Aljannah Firdaus and grant the family, friends and associates the patience to bear this painful loss.
