We are deeply saddened to hear about the shocking and untimely death of a great ambassador and a political icon in Iwoland.
During this difficult time, our thoughts and prayers go out to the wife, children, and entire family. Losing someone dear is never easy, and we hope they find strength and solace in the memories they shared.
Hon. Tunde Akinlawon served as a vice chairman of the Iwo Local Government Council. He was also the leader of the Iwo Local Government Parliamentary Council. He also served as a councillor of Ward 10 (Oke Adan 3), Iwo Local Government.
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Hon. Tunde Akinlawon contributed immensely towards the development of Iwo and its environs. Hon. Tunde Akinlawon during his lifetime was honoured with many meritious and honourary awards of excellence from many institutions, organisations, student unions, government agencies, religious bodies, etc.
He was one of the leading candidates in the just concluded Osun State House of Assembly 2023 election.
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Hon. Tunde Akinlawon was a thorough breed politician for decades. He was a grassroots politician of great repute. He was the senior special assistant position to the governor of Osun State (SSG Office). Also, he was an advisory member of the Osun State Library Board.
He had deep experience and exposure having worked in both the public and private sectors. Hon. Tunde Akinlawon was the Secretary General of the Iwo Action Council (IWAC). He was also a Co-Founder of the Iwo Action Council (IWAC) and Iwo Day Celebrations.
May God give them the fortitude to bear this huge loss.
May his soul rest in eternal peace, and may the family find the strength to navigate through this difficult period.
