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Photos: Ajimobi Buried in Ibadan

Femi Ashekun/

The remains of the former Oyo State governor, Senator Abiola Ajimobi, were buried this morning according to Islamic rites at his 6th Avenue, Yemoja Street, Oluyole Estate residence in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

The Agodi GRA, which was the preferred choice by the family, was not approved by the Oyo State Government on the ground that there is litigation on the property. The government however granted the family waiver to bury him at his residence.

The late politician was laid to rest at 10.05am, after prayers were said by the Chairman of Oyo State Muslim Community, Alhaji Kunle Saani and Chief Imam of Ibadan, Sheikh Abubakar AbdulGaniyu Agbotomokekere.

Ajimobi, aged 70, was confirmed dead at a private hospital in Lagos, on Thursday.

The late politician was reportedly buried in strict compliance with the the COVID-19 protocols, with less than 20 people in attendance.

A special prayer will be said for the repose of his soul at the Ishaq Abiola Ajimobi Central Mosque, Oke-Ado, Ibadan, this afternoon.

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Ajimobi’s final resting place
Ajimobi’s remains arriving his Ibadan residence
Ajimobi’s remains being lowered into the grave
Islamic clerics at the Ishaq Abiola Ajimobi Central Mosque, Oke-Ado, Ibadan
Sympathisers at entrance of the mosque
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