A Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) chieftain, Ebenezer Babatope, says he is saddened by the death of former Oyo governor, Abiola Ajimobi.
The ex-Minister of Transportation, gave the reaction in a interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Thursday.
He described Ajimobi as a consummate politician.
Babatope disclosed that he had some personal connection with the former Senator.
He said the news came to him “as rude shock; I am saddened by his demise”.
“I know Ajimobi well. His father was a member of the UPN led by late Chief Obafemi Awolowo, and I was a strong member of that party.
“Ajimobi was just like a brother, even though I am a PDP man. I am sad he is gone. He was such a nice man. His death is painful”, he said.
Babatope prayed to God to grant his soul peaceful repose, and give the family fortitude to bear the loss.
