Lagos, Alhaji Mutiu Are, the Director of Presidential Campaign Council Contact and Mobilisation (South-West) of All Progressives Congress (APC), said he had lost a best friend in the death of the late Nigerian Ambassador to Spain, Demola Seriki,
In a tribute made available to journalists on Sunday, Are said the late Nigerian Ambassador to Spain was a charitable and caring person who devoted his life to the growth and development of the country, in particular, and the world at large.
With teary eyes, Are said: “I was deeply saddened to hear of the passing of my brother and best friend, the Nigerian Ambassador to Spain, Ambassador Demola Seriki.
“Words cannot express the pain and sorrow I feel at this time.
“I wish this is a dream from which someone can wake me up. My brother, my friend and my gist partner is gone.
“This pain bites deep. This is a profound loss.
“Seriki was such a charitable and caring person who devoted his life to the growth and development of the country, in particular, and the world at large,” he said.
According to the contact and mobilization chief, the humanitarian strides of Seriki endeared him to all and sundry.
“I will always remember the times we spent together. Whether it was the fun we had on numerous occasions or our usual long conversations; I will always cherish these memories.
“Nothing can really replace this loss, but we find solace in the fact that you are in a better place and all your good and charitable works indicate a fulfilled and enviable life-well-spent.
“Your family members are in my thoughts and prayers. Your friends, loved ones and posterity shall forever hold you dearly in our hearts,” he said.(GBN)
