Mudashiru Obasa, the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly, has announced his father’s death.
Suleimon Obasa died at the age of 83 on Tuesday morning, according to a statement from the speaker’s top press secretary, Eromosele Ebhomele.
“Baba Obasa, a devoted family man and community leader throughout his lifetime, was a successful businessman in the oil and gas and transportation industries, owning filling stations.
“He was also well-known for his farming success, which has historically empowered many citizens.
“A devout Muslim, Pa Obasa dedicated his life to the service of Allah and mankind taking care of the needy and the less privileged.
“He is survived by his wives, children and grandchildren among whom is the Speaker of the Lagos State House of Assembly,” the statement said.
Obasa’s remains would be interred at 4 pm in the Agege (Old Abeokuta Motor Road) area of Lagos State, according to Islamic rites.
