Late Senator Bayo Osinowo
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu has expressed sadness over the sudden death of Senator Sikiru Adebayo Osinowo, representing Lagos East Senatorial District at the Upper Legislative Chamber of the National Assembly, who passed away on Monday morning at the age of 64 after a brief illness.


Sanwo-Olu in a condolence message, signed by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile described Senator Osinowo’s death as a rude shock, coming at a time when the State and indeed the entire nation had just started benefiting from his wealth of political and administrative experience.

“Today, Lagos lost a hardworking and committed son, Senator Bayo Osinowo. As the Senator representing Lagos East, he worked for the progress of our state and will be remembered for his love and service to the people.

I am saddened by his death. He was a loyal party man and a committed democrat, with a deep understanding of the State’s social and political landscape. I pray that Almighty Allah grants his soul eternal rest and a place in Aljannah firdaus.”