Tinubu Mourns Veteran Journalist, Bayo Osiyemi
President Bola Tinubu has expressed profound sadness over the death of Prince Bayo Osiyemi, writer, journalist and his longstanding associate.
An influential stalwart of the All Progressives Congress in Lagos State, Osiyemi served as Chief Press Secretary to the state’s first civilian governor, Alhaji Lateef Jakande. He died in Lagos on Monday at the age of 75.
President Tinubu describes the late Osiyemi as a renowned politician, a dependable ally, and a revered leader in the state, particularly in Mushin, where he held sway.
Fondly called the “Charming Prince,” Osiyemi was also the former Chairman of the old Mushin Local Government in Lagos.
President Tinubu recalls Osiyemi’s legacy of service to Lagos and to the media profession, as well as his commitment to the development of the state and its chieftaincy institution for which Governor Babajide Sanwo-olu once appointed him Special Adviser on Chieftaincy Matters.
The President commiserates with his family, friends, associates, and the media community on the loss of the colourful writer and columnist.
President Tinubu prays that God Almighty will grant Osiyemi’s soul eternal rest.