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From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja
President Bola Tinubu has expressed sadness over the news of the passing of two of Nigeria’s ace comic actors, John Okafor, famously known as Mr. Ibu, and Tolani Quadri Oyebamiji, popularly known as Sisi Quadri.
According to a statement signed by Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale, President Tinubu condoled with the families of these gifted thespians who brought joy and relief to millions of Nigerians by the exercise of their geniuses.
The President exhorted the bereaved to take solace in the truth that even though these beloved Nigerians have passed on, they will always live through their works which will remain an inspiration and a fount of good cheer for many.
The President also commiserated with the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN), and the entire creative community, assuring them of his support, thoughts, and prayers in this time of grief.
President Tinubu prayed for the peaceful repose of the souls of the departed and comfort for all those in mourning.
