Former Director General of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC), Colonel Peter Kolawole Obasa (rtd), has died at the age of 88.
Obasa died peacefully on Sunday, according to a statement issued by his family.
The statement, titled “With Gratitude to God for a Life Well Spent,” said the former NYSC chief “peacefully answered the call to eternal rest.”
Born on January 20, 1938, Obasa was described by his family as a man whose life was marked by honour, service and fulfilment.
The family said he left behind a legacy of service, sacrifice, discipline, integrity and devotion to his loved ones.
“While we mourn his departure, we give thanks to God for the privilege of sharing his life and for the indelible mark he left on all who knew him,” the statement said.
He is survived by his children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and other family members.
According to the family, details of his funeral arrangements will be announced later.
