Arisekola Alao dies at 69

Prominent businessman and Islamic leader, Alhaji AbdulAzeez Arisekola Alao, died on Wednesday at the age of 69.

The eldest daughter of the deceased, Khadija, confirmed the death of Alao, who is the Deputy President-General of the Nigeria Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs and the Aare Musulumi of Yorubaland.

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Nigeria’s President Goodluck Jonathan has said he his saddened by the death of  renowned businessman and Islamic leader, Alhaji Abdul-Azeez Arisekola-Alao, who he noted, has left behind “a legacy of significant and commendable achievements.”

Arisekola-Alao, who was until his death on Wednesday, the Deputy President-General of the Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA). He was 69 years old.

In a statement by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Dr Reuben Abati, Jonathan said that the deceased would be remembered for his remarkable entrepreneurial skills.

“On behalf of the Federal Government and the people of Nigeria, President Jonathan extends sincere condolence to the Arisekola-Alao family.

“The president also extends condolences to the people of Ibadan and Oyo State at large on the passing away of the famed Aare Musulumi of Yorubaland.

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