President Muhammadu Buhari has expressed grief over the death of Dr Umar. Farouk Abdulazeez, who was a strong political ally of the late sage, Shehu Musa Yarádua, with whom he formed the Peoples Democratic Movement (PDM) that later metamorphosed into Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
Dr. Umar Farouk Abdulazeez, who held the traditional title of Tafidan of Ebira Land in Kogi State, died today, February 2, at the age of 85. He was born in Okene, Kogi State in August 1938.
Dr Abdulazeez, a distinguished medical practitioner, industrialist, politician and pharmaceutical manufacturer was a pioneering medical doctor and visionary entrepreneur who made a lasting impact on the lives of countless people.
He dedicated his life to improving the health and well-being of those around him.
Abdulazeez founded Biomedical Limited in the early 80s in Nigeria.
His innovative spirit and commitment to creating high-quality products that would benefit the people of Nigeria earned him the respect and admiration of his colleagues and employees.
He represented Adavi/Okeh Constituency in Kwara State (now Kogi State).
Dr Abdulazeez attended Government College Keffi from 1952-1957, the Nigerian College of Arts and Technology from 1958-1960, and the University of Ibadan from 1960-1965.
He later studied at the Royal College of Surgeons from 1969-1971 and at Harvard Business School from 1987-1988.
In a condolence message, President Buhari said that Dr. Farouk Abdulazeez’s sacrifices and contributions to democracy and development in the country will always be remembered.
He prayed that God will receive his soul and comfort the family, his friends, government and people of Kogi State.
