Saraki Mourns Braithwaite
Nigeria Senate President, Dr. Abubakar Bukola Saraki, on Wednesday expressed sadness at the demise of a frontline social crusader, statesman and politician, Dr. Tunji Braithwaite.
In a statement by his Special Adviser, Media and Publicity, Yusuph Olaniyonu, in Abuja, Saraki recalled the doggedness and commitment of Dr. Braithwaite to nation building during his lifetime through his many activities and unwavering stance against anti-democratic forces.
“Late Dr. Braithwaite was one of the pillars of our democracy. He was consistent in fighting for rule of law, social justice and equal rights of all Nigerians before the law. He stood for the truth always and his patriotism knew no bounds. He was an intellectual and respected legal practitioner.
“I still cherish his disposition and blunt views on issues. His contributions to the socio-political development of Nigeria is unparalleled. This is a major loss. This is another painful loss to this great country. It is indeed, really disheartening and sad. We shall sorely miss him,” Saraki said.
The Senate President commiserated with the immediate family of the deceased, the government and people of Lagos State and urged them to take solace in the fact that Braithwaite spent his life in the service of God, country and humanity.
While praying for the repose of the soul of the departed, he called on the Lagos State Government to immortalize the late Braithwaite.
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