President Bola Tinubu has expressed his condolences to the Atanda family of Iwo in Osun State following the death of their patriarch, Chief Oluremi Ademola Atanda, former Chairman of the Old Oyo State Civil Service Commission. In a statement released by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu lauded Chief Atanda's significant contributions to education and national development.
Chief Atanda, known as the Eketa of Iwoland, was the founder of the esteemed Atanda Continuing Education Centre, a renowned institution that played a pivotal role in preparing students for university education during the 1970s and 1980s in Nigeria's Southwest region. His legacy extended beyond education, as he also served as a member of the 1978 Constituent Assembly and participated in the 1994-1995 Political Reforms Conference.
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President Tinubu mourned the loss of Chief Atanda, describing him as a distinguished educationist and administrator who made enduring contributions to the advancement of Old Oyo State and the nation at large. He extended his sympathies to the Oluwo of Iwo, Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi, and the people of Iwoland, while offering prayers for the peaceful repose of the elder statesman's soul.
The passing of Chief Oluremi Ademola Atanda marks the end of an era for education and public service in Nigeria, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire generations.
