President Muhammadu Buhari has conveyed his condolences to the Olurin family as well as Ogun, Oyo and Ekiti States over the death of former military Governor, General Tunji Olurin.

In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina, President Buhari recalled Olurin’s times and activities as military Governor of Old Oyo State and later military administrator of Ekiti State before serving as Commander of the ECOMOG Forces to Liberia.

“President Muhammadu Buhari commiserates with government and people of Ogun, Ekiti and Oyo states over passing of former military Governor and Administrator, Gen. Adetunji Idowu Olurin.

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“The President joins family, friends and professional colleagues in mourning the military officer, who served the country meritoriously in his career, extending support when he was called upon as military Governor in Oyo State, and later as Administrator in Ekiti State. He also was outstanding as ECOMOG Commander in Liberia.

“President Buhari notes Gen. Olurin’s efforts in community development, particularly in his state, Ogun, willingly putting his experience and knowledge at the service of various governments.

“The President prays that the Almighty God will grant the departed soul eternal rest, and comfort his family,” the statement reads.