The Treasurer of Caretaker Committee of the Lagos State chapter of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Sumbo Ajose is Dead.
She died on Tuesday in the United States, where she was receiving treatment for an undisclosed ailment at age 55.
Reacting to her death on Wednesday, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, expressed sadness over her death describing it as a big loss to her family, friends, associates and the ruling party.
Governor Sanwo-Olu in a statement issued on by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Gboyega Akosile, described the late Ajose as trustworthy, committed, extremely loyal politician and an invaluable asset to Lagos APC.
Sanwo-Olu added that the deceased, who was his personal friend and co-traveller in progressive politica was accountable and rendered selfless service to the party during her tenure as Treasurer without any blemish record.
“The death of the Treasurer of our party, Sumbo Ajose, is a painful and big loss to me personally, Lagos APC, the deceased family and friends. I am saddened by the passage of this indefatigable, devoted, loyal and committed democrat and team player who played remarkable roles in the success of our party during her lifetime.
“She will be missed by her family, friends and the entire political class, particularly Lagos APC State Executive Committee, chieftains and members of the party across the State,” he said.
Governor Sanwo-Olu prayed that God would grant ”the soul of our beloved Sumbo Ajose eternal rest and comfort the immediate and political family of the deceased.”
