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Former Governor of Ogun state ,Senator Ibikunle Amosun has mourned the late Head of Nationals Interim Government, Chief Ernest Shonekan, describing his role as indelible in the history of Nigeria.
Amosun added that the death of the former Head of the interim National Government of Nigeria is indeed a great loss to Ogun state and the nation as a whole.
In his condolence message, Amosun recalled the critical roles played by the late stateman in the nation and at the United African Company in the past.
He said :”The passage of Chief Ernest Shonekan is a great loss to us in Ogun State and Nigeria in general. He was a cherished leader and a respected Elder Statesman whose life and times epitomized service to humanity and the nation.
“I recall the crucial roles that Chief Shonekan played during the critical period that he served as the Head of the Interim National Government of Nigeria. Though, he served briefly, his contributions to national development, unity, cohesion and stability will remain indelible in the annals of our nation.
“Chief Ernest Shonekan would also be remembered for his meritorious service at the United African Company of Nigeria (UAC) where he rose through the ranks to attain the position of Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of the conglomerate.
“With his death, Egbaland lost an illustrious son, who was until his demise, the Abese of Egbaland. Ogun State and Nigeria equally lost an inspirational, charismatic, and a selfless leader in Chief Shonekan.
“May the good Lord grant him eternal rest and give the entire Shonekan family, the people of Ogun State and Nigeria, the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss. “
