Osun State Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has mourned the passage of a Former Chairman of Independent Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC), Justice Emmanuel Ayoola.
Governor Adeleke stated that the demise of Justice Ayoola is a big loss, not only to the Ayoola family of Ilesa, but to Osun state and the entire nation adding the late ICPC boss made Osun and Nigeria proud everywhere he went to in the world.
In a condolence message to the family by his Spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed, the Governor described Justice Ayoola as a true patriot, a hero of anti corruption whose legacy will live for ever.
“The demise of Justice Emmanuel Ayoola is a big loss to us, not only to the Ayoola family of Ilesa, but to Nigeria and to Osun State in particular.
“Justice Ayoola through the legal profession made Osun and Nigeria proud everywhere he went throughout his lifetime.
“He is true patriot, a hero whose legacy will live for ever”, the Governor stated.
Governor Adeleke then prayed for the family for God to grant them the fortitude to bear the loss stating the family should rest assured they are not alone.
“I want to pray for the family that God Almighty will console you and grant you fortitude to bear the loss. Rest assured that you are not alone.
“May the gentle soul of Justice Ayoola rest in perfect peace”, he added.
