The National leader of the All
Progressives Congress (APC), Bola Tinubu, has reacted to the killing of Funke
Olakunrin, daughter of the leader of Afenifere, Pa Reuben Fasoranti.
Tinubu, in his condolence letter
to the nonagenarian, made revelation involving him and the deceased he
described as an amiable and good soul who did and meant no harm to anyone.
He said like her father, “she
exemplified the best traits of our people.”
The letter added: “Funke and I
shared a happy and close relationship. We regularly exchanged ideas and advice
to each other. We could speak to each other freely and honestly because of
mutual respect that described our relationship. These talks enriched me. I
shall miss them.
“When she experienced an ailment
last year, she informed me. I was able to help. Funke’s condition improved.
“Showing her fine personal
character and gratitude, Funke wrote the following words to me which I wish to
share with you now to illustrate the goodness of her spirit:
“Thank you so much for your help.
I appreciate your help. You helped me to get another opportunity to live. Mo
dupe. Best regards and with all respect.”
“Not long after, she sent another
message: “Just to appreciate you once more. I am here Sir. The treatment is
progressing. I am trusting GOD. Thank u for making it possible. Mo dupe Sir.
May you continue to grow in His Grace. Amen.”
“I shall always treasure the
relationship we had and will hold these messages in remembrance for I see
myself as your son who respects and admires you deeply. It is from this
wellspring of affection and emotion that I write this letter.
“Unfortunately, some people are
eagerly trying to use this tragedy to advance their political agendas. I
sincerely regret such behaviour for it is wrong and out of place. It does not
well fit the moment. This is a time for consolation and genuine condolence.
“Everyone loves and supports you.
I am sure that no effort will be spared in identifying the assailants and
bringing them to full justice. I have been assured by government and law
enforcement authorities that the perpetrators of this terrible act will be
apprehended and face the brunt of the law for what they have committed.
“We have faith that justice will
indeed be done. But we must seek more than this. All of us who love you must
also work together to honour Funke’s life by taking concrete steps to make sure
such attacks do not continue to occur against the innocent and the peaceful.
“I too have lost a precious
child. I have a sense of what you are going through. Words are insufficient to
express my innermost sentiments at this moment. All I can say is that my
fervent prayer is for God to extend His divine hand in order to lend the
comfort to you and the Fasoranti and Olakunrin families that only He can
provide.
“May the loving and beautiful
soul of Funke now and forever more rest gently in the bosom of the Lord. May
God give you the strength and solace to carry on.”
Bola Tinubu, a national of leader
of the All Progressives Congress (APC) while fielding questions from
journalists said those blaming herdsmen for the death of Funke Olakurin,
daughter of Reuben Fasoranti, do not have evidence.
The APC leader said kidnapping is
not peculiar to any ethnic group or a particular set of people.
Asked to react to the allegation
that herdsmen were behind the attack, he said: “I am extremely concerned about
security but I don’t want stigma. I can go through history of kidnapping and we
know how it started, where it all started, there are lot of copycats, how many
years ago have we faced insecurity in this country and cases of kidnapping? Is
Evans a herdsman?”
Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike,
suspected kidnapper better known as Evans, was arrested by the police in 2017.
He is still under trial.
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Tinubu you said and i quote, “Unfortunately, some people are eagerly trying to use this tragedy to advance their political agendas."
ReplyDeleteYou are actually the one doing so, instead of condemning the dastardly act of fulani herdsmen, you are talking evans just so you will be in the favours of buhari the chief grand patron of the herdsmen..