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The details of the funeral ceremony of late former governor of Oyo State, Senator Abiola Ajimobi has been released by the family.
According to a statement signed by the former governor’s Speacial Adviser on Media, Bolaji Tunji, on Friday, Ajimobi will be buried at his Mosque, located at Oke Ado, Ibadan on Sunday.
“In consultation with the governments of Lagos and Oyo States, the date for the burial ceremony has been announced. Barring any changes, his body will be interred at the Senator Ishaq Abiola Ajimobi Central Mosque at Oke Ado, Ibadan at 12noon on Sunday the 28th of June 2020 after the traditional Muslim prayers.
“To ensure that strict COVID-19 protocols are adhered to and in light of the current circumstances of our national health challenges, the family appeals to the public to observe strict adherence to COVID-19 protocols in their participation. Furthermore, details of the live media coverage of the funeral ceremony will be made public by tomorrow.
“In the near future, details of a larger funeral gathering will be announced where a lot more of his well wishers will have the opportunity to pay him their respect,” the statement said.