President Muhammadu Buhari, on Thursday, evening, after commissioning a number of jobs in Ogun State, took time out to personally pay a condolence see to the household of previous Head of the Interim National Government (ING), Chief Ernest Shonekan, at their Ikoyi, Lagos State, home.

The President and his group were gotten by the widow of the deceased, Mrs. Margaret Shonekan, consisting of other relative.

While consoling the widow, Buhari said he was distressed to hear news of the passage of the previous Head of the ING.

He went on to pen down some messages in the condolence register: “I got with profound sadness the news of the death of a terrific statesman and previous Head of the Interim National Government, Chief Ernest Shonekan.

“His love and commitment to the peace and unity of the country are things to emulate.

“May his soul Rest In Peace.”

Other top government authorities who accompanied Buhari on the check out included: Ogun State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu and Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni, who is likewise Chairman, Caretaker and Convention Planning Committee, All Progressives Congress.

Guv Abiodun informed the family that President Buhari was figured out to visit, despite a day that had started at about 7 am.

“He was in Ogun State, where he commissioned five tradition jobs. Due to the regard and respect he had for Chief Shonekan, he is here now. May Papa’s soul rest in peace,” the Ogun Governor stated.

Governor Sanwo-Olu stated though he came from Ogun State, Lagos was Chief Shonekan’s resident State for over 60 years. “He was an extremely respected male, true nationalist, dad, grandpa and fantastic grandfather to a lot of.

“We will miss him, however be comforted that he lived an excellent life. God will stand by the family. All will be well with you, and with Nigeria.”

The 3 accompanying Governors likewise signed the acknowledgement register.

Shonekan passed away on Tuesday, in Lagos at the age of 85.

He was Head of the Interim National Government between August 26 and November 17, 1993 after General Ibrahim Babangida stepped down from office. Shonekan’s administration was however short-term as General Sani Abacha ousted him in a bloodless coup.

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