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Senator Alli Moves Motion, Seeks Immortalization, State Burial For Late Taiwo Akinkunmi

Lekan Shobo ShobowaleBy Lekan Shobo ShobowaleNovember 22, 20232 Mins Read
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Senator Alli Moves Motion, Seeks Immortalization, State Burial For Late Taiwo Akinkunmi

Wednesay November 22, 2023

The Senator representing Oyo South Senatorial District, Sen. Sharafadeen Alli on Tuesday moved a motion for immortalization and organisation of state burial for late Taiwo Akinkunmi, OFR ‘Mr Flag’ the designer of the Nigerian National Flag whom the nation lost to the cold hands of death on August 29, 2023.

In a release through his media aide, Akeem Abass, Alli moved the motion at the plenary calling on Senate to recognise and honour the outstanding contributions of Taiwo Akinkunmi, the designer and creative mind behind Nigeria’s national flag, an enduring symbol of Nigeria nation’s unity, strength notice identity.

He also urged the Senate to observe a minute silence in honour late Mr Taiwo Akinkunmi, mourn his death, immortalize him and organise a befitting state burial for this national hero.

In its resolve, the Senate observed a minute silence in his honour, mourn the loss and expressed condolences to his family and loved ones.

It recognised the late Akinkunmi’s exceptional and patriotic service to Nigeria through his design of the Nigerian national flag

The Senate urged the Federal Government to immortalize the memory of Mr. Taiwo Akinkunmi OFR, “Mr. Flag” by establishing a befitting and enduring tribute in his honour.

This may include naming a prominent national monument, institution or public space after him, and creating an educational program that informs present and future generations about his significant role in Nigeria’s history.

In recognition of his immense contributions to the nation, the Senate further urged the Federal Government to accord Mr. Taiwo Akinkunimi a state burial, befitting his role as a national hero and symbol of our unity and pride, and

Also to ensure that Mr. Akinkunmi’s legacy endures, the Senate therefore urges the Federal Government to support initiatives that document his life story and achievements: for historical preservation and education, including the production of literature, documentaries and exhibits that highlight his contributions to the nation.

The Senate called on the Federal Govemment to take immediate steps to immortalize his name and provide him with a state burial worthy of a national hero so that his memory will continue to inspire young Nigerians.

It resolved that such efforts when honoured would foster sense of patriotism and dedication to the service of our great future generation and unite the people of Nigeria

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