The Osun State Chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed its heartfelt condolences to the National Secretary of the party, Senator Surajudeen Ajibola Basiru, and the entire Basiru family on the passing of their beloved mother, the late Alhaja Sidikat Abeke Basiru.
The party described her demise as a painful loss not only to the family but also to all who knew and benefited from her exemplary life.
In a statement issued by the Director of Media and Information of the Osun State APC, Mogaji Kola Olabisi, today, the State Chairman, Sooko Lawal Tajudeen, said the passing of the late Alhaja Basiru was in accordance with the will of Almighty Allah, who gives life and takes it at His appointed time.
Lawal urged the bereaved family to submit to the will of Allah with faith and total acceptance.
The state APC chairman noted that although death is inevitable, the departure of a caring mother and a respected matriarch always leaves an irreplaceable vacuum.
He described the late Alhaja Abeke Basiru as a virtuous woman whose life was marked by humility, kindness, discipline, and unwavering devotion to the service of Allah and humanity.
According to the statement, the Osun APC identifies with Senator Basiru at this difficult moment, acknowledging the immense grief associated with losing a beloved mother.
The party prayed that Almighty Allah grants him, his siblings, and the entire family the strength, patience, and fortitude to bear the painful and irreparable loss.
The party further stated that the greatest tribute to the late matriarch is the outstanding legacy of good character, moral upbringing, and service to humanity that she instilled in her children, particularly Senator Basiru, whose dedication to public service continues to inspire many within and outside the APC.
While extending its deepest sympathies to the entire Basiru family, relatives, friends, and associates, the Osun APC prayed that Allah, in His infinite mercy, forgives the shortcomings of the deceased, accepts her return, enlarges her grave, illuminates it with His light, and admits her into the highest rank of Al-Jannatul Firdaus.
The Osun State APC reaffirmed its solidarity with the Senator and his family during this period of mourning and prayed that Almighty Allah grants them comfort, peace, and the courage to overcome this difficult moment.
The party also prayed that the cherished memories and enduring legacy of the late Abeke Basiru will continue to be a source of strength and inspiration to all who knew her.
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*Mogaji KOLA OLABISI, Osun State APC Director of Media and Information.*
