The body of Senator Abiola Ajimobi, former governor of Oyo State, will be buried in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, on Sunday.
His body will be buried at noon at the Ajimobi Central Mosque, Oke Ado, Ibadan.
Media Aide to the late National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Bolaji Tunji, said on Friday, in a statement that the decision was taken during a family meeting.
The statement indicated that participants at the burial should adhere strictly to the COVID-19 protocols.
The statement read, “In close consultation with the governments of Lagos and Oyo states, the date for the burial ceremony has been announced.
“Barring any changes, his body will be interred at the Senator Ishaq Abiola Ajimobi Central Mosque at Oke Ado, Ibadan, at noon on Sunday, June 28 after the traditional Muslim prayers.
“To ensure that strict COVID-19 protocols are adhered to and in light of the current circumstances of our national health challenges, the family appeals to the public to observe strict adherence to COVID-19 protocols in their participation.
“Furthermore, details of the live media coverage of the funeral ceremony will be made public by tomorrow (Saturday).
“In the near future, details of a larger funeral gathering will be announced where a lot more of his well-wishers will have the opportunity to pay him their respect.”
