The Presidency has expressed condolences to President Bola Tinubu’s Special Assistant on Social Media, Olusegun Dada, following the death of his father, Chief Idowu Folorunsho Dada, at the age of 91.
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The condolence was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
The condolence was contained in a statement issued on Tuesday by the President’s Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga.
Earlier on Tuesday, Segun Dada announced his father’s passing in a post on X, writing, “Goodnight Dad. Till we meet to never part again. Say hello to mum.”
President Tinubu described the late Chief Dada as a man whose life was defined by integrity, discipline and compassion.
According to the statement, Chief Dada had a distinguished career as a former Sales Manager at NEXAN Kablemetal Nigeria Plc, earning the admiration and respect of all who encountered him.
The President also acknowledged his role as a devoted father and mentor who nurtured his children, including Segun Dada, with sound moral values.
“President Tinubu acknowledges Chief Dada’s invaluable contributions as a loving father and mentor who nurtured his children, including his son, Segun Dada, with sound moral values.
“The President also notes Chief Dada’s commitment to the Church and his exemplary family values,” the statement read.
Tinubu prayed for the repose of the deceased’s soul and comfort for the bereaved family.
“I extend my heartfelt condolences to the children of Pa Dada and the extended family members over the transition of their patriarch.
“I especially console Segun at this difficult time for the family. The family should find comfort in the legacy of service and good name left behind by Chief Dada,” the President said.
