“Times of tragedy like these are not the time for politics. It reveals only disrespect for the departed and her family.”
The Presidency, which made this reminder to politicians in a statement today, July 15 by the senior special assistant to President Muh
ammadu Buhari on media and publicity, Malam Garba Shehu, hoped that those who stand in positions of influence would recognize and understand such fact.
The Presidency insisted that the murder of Funke is a tragedy and that it is therefore incumbent on all leaders across the country to consider their language and its potential consequences.
“Insecurity is an issue that Nigeria must face together as one nation – united.”
The Presidency expressed concerns on the unfortunate attack leading to the death of Mrs. Funke, daughter of the Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti, recalling that President Buhari had already issued a statement expressing his heartfelt condolences to the family of Mrs Funke Olakunri and it followed up with a telephone call.
It also recalled that Vice President Yemi Osinbajo had also paid a visit to the grieving family in Akure, Ondo State.
