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The Nigerian Bar Association on Wednesday called for investigations into the car crash that resulted in the death of a former President of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, Prof. Festus Iyayi.
Iyayi died in a car crash that involved the convoy of Kogi State Governor, Idris Wada, on Tuesday.
NBA President, Okey Wali, SAN, who reacted to Iyayi’s death in a statement, said the association received the news with shock and sadness.
“We sincerely hope that the circumstances of the ghastly motor accident will be investigated towards ensuring better safety on our roads,” Wali said.
Expressing shock and sadness at the development, the NBA President also described Iyayi as a great patriot.
Wali said, “It is with shock and sadness that we received the news of the death of the former President of ASUU, Professor Festus Iyayi.
“He was a great patriot, who no doubt contributed tremendously as ASUU President to nation building and educational development in our country Nigeria.
“Our deepest condolences go to his family and the Academic Staff Union of Universities.
“May the gentle soul of late Professor Festus Iyayi rest in perfect peace. Amen.”
- PUNCH News
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