Lagos State has been plunged into mourning following the death of the Executive Chairman of Oto-Awori Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Prince Musibau Adekunle Asafa, who passed away after a prolonged battle with illness.
The heartbreaking news was confirmed in a statement released on Saturday by his Chief Press Secretary, Bodunrin Ayodele, through a post on Facebook. Though the exact date of his passing remains undisclosed, the grief reverberating through the Oto-Awori community speaks volumes of the void his departure has created.
> “Oto-Awori Local Council Development Area is in mourning following the passing of its Executive Chairman, Prince Musibau Adekunle Asafa,” the statement read. “Prince Asafa, a respected politician, leader, and dedicated public servant, succumbed to a prolonged illness, leaving behind a legacy of service and commitment to the people he served.”
According to Ayodele, a close family source confirmed that Prince Asafa had fought valiantly against his illness, but despite the relentless efforts of medical professionals, he eventually succumbed—leaving his family, friends, and political associates reeling in shock and sorrow.
The late chairman was widely admired for his passion for grassroots development, his tireless service to the people of Oto-Awori LCDA, and his unwavering dedication to public welfare. His passing has triggered an outpouring of emotions, with tributes expected from political leaders, community members, and fellow council officials who worked alongside him.
> “Oto-Awori LCDA has lost a devoted and visionary leader. Prince Asafa’s tenure was defined by an enduring commitment to uplift his constituents and champion developmental initiatives. His legacy will remain etched in the hearts of the people,” the statement continued.
Joining the chorus of tributes, the Executive Chairman of Somolu Local Government Area, Abdul-Hammed Salawu, extended his heartfelt condolences to the Oto-Awori LCDA community and the All Progressives Congress (APC) family.
> “On behalf of the Executive, Legislature, Management, and the entire people of Somolu Local Government, I offer our deepest sympathies to the people of Oto-Awori LCDA and the APC over the painful loss of Prince Musibau Adekunle Asafa. May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace,” Salawu stated.
Prince Asafa’s departure marks not just the loss of a political leader but the end of an era defined by dedication, compassion, and a relentless pursuit of community progress. He is survived by family members and admirers who will carry forward his memory with pride.
As the flags fly at half-mast in Oto-Awori and condolences continue to pour in, one truth remains indisputable—Prince Musibau Asafa’s legacy of service will never be forgotten.
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