Mark mourns Arisekoka ….says he was a philanthropist per excellence

President of the Senate, Senator David Mark yesterday lamented the death of Ibadan , Oyo state business mogul and the Are Musulumi of Yorubaland, Alhaji Abdulazeez Arisekola Alao, describing him as a philanthropist who touched the lives of many in positive ways. Senator Mark who was expressed sadness over the death of Arisekola condoled with the immediate family, Muslim community and government of Oyo State pointing out that the frontline Islamic leader was a great pillar . He noted the contributions of the late Arisekola to the development of his immediate environment and dedication to the course of the Islam and promoted peaceful coexistence .

According to Mark:”Alhaji Arisekola was a man of peace and a patriotic citizen who loved his country. Arise-kola was a successful captain of industries. He triumphed and contributed immensely to the socio- economic development of the nation. “. The President of the Senate urged the family to emulate exemplary life of their late patriarch adding that the only way to immortalise late Arisekola is to replicate his virtue of hard work and discipline. He prayed God to grant the deceased eternal rest and the family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss. Signed: Paul Mumeh, Chief Press Secretary to the President of the Senate.