…says he was a cultural enthusiast
Former President Dr Goodluck Ebele Jonathan has condoled with the
people and Government of Oyo State over the death of the Olubadan of
Ibadan, Oba Samuel Odulana Odugade, describing the late monarch as a
cultural enthusiast and great nationalist.
In a condolence message to his family and Oyo State Government Jonathan said:
“The late monarch was a peace lover and bridge builder eminently
reputed to have devoted so much energy to the pursuit of national
unity.
He certainly stood out as a cultural enthusiast who contributed so
much to his people’s civilization by applying his full strength to the
vocation of serving as a custodian and spiritual guide of the iconic
Yoruba culture and tradition.
“He will also be remembered as a dedicated scholar, politician, an
accomplished public servant, as well as a statesman and consummate
nationalist who remained prominent in the crusade for Nigeria’s
independence.
“My personal recollections, from many interactions, with the revered
monarch set him apart as a cultured, modest and pragmatic sage.
He will indeed be missed by his family, the good people of Ibadan, and
the entire nation.”