President Bola Tinubu has conveyed his deepest sympathy to the family of Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, who designed the national flag in 1958 and “left a generational legacy,” following his passing into glory at the age of 87.
A statement issued on Wednesday by Chief Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President (Media & Publicity), said the president condoled with friends and associates of the retired civil servant, who dedicated his life to the service of the nation, sharing knowledge and experience with old and young, and inspiring many to think and act patriotically.
President Tinubu affirmed that the Green and White Flag is a legacy that has consistently reflected the fruitfulness, resilience, and harmony enjoyed by the nation and the boldness and uniqueness with which Nigerians characteristically reach for and achieve success around the world.
He expressed the belief that Pa Akinkunmi lived and worked for the greatness of the country and rests eternally in a place of honour in Nigeria’s history.
YOU SHOULD NOT MISS THESE HEADLINES FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNE
‘We want to go back to school’: Untold story of out-of-school kids in Ibadan
One of the kids who spoke to our reporter, Saheed Abiodun, ran away from home to look for succour in…
Somadila Igboanugo is a medical graduate and a blogger. She recently graduated with a First Class with…
Bride slumps, dies on wedding day in Oyo
A bride, identified as Rebecca Oyedotun, slumped and died on her wedding day in…
Pastor commits suicide over failed love in Nnewi
A man identified as Prosper Obum Igboke, a pastor of a pentecostal church, has committed suicide in…
Cartels, cabals working against success of Power sector, but… — Adelabu
Minister of Power, Adebayo Adelabu, has disclosed that there is overbearing influence of cartels and cabals in…
I want to start having babies, don’t want to play football forever — Super Falcons Star
Super Falcons forward, Francisca Ordega, has hinted at a possible quit from professional football before…
