The First Lady, Senator Oluremi Tinubu, has said the late Afenifere chieftain, Chief Ayo Adebanjo, was not just a political figure but also family, despite the differences in his political view with the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC).

Mrs. Tinubu said this during her condolence visit to the late statesman?s residence in Lekki, Lagos, where she met with his widow, Mrs. Christiana Anoko Ayo Adebanjo, and other family members.

Pa Adebanjo died on February 14 at 96 years.

Expressing sorrow over the passing of the eminent Yoruba politician, the First Lady said she was grateful for the opportunity to see him shortly before his death.

A statement yesterday in Abuja by her Senior Special Assistant on Media, Busola Kukoyi, said the First Lady prayed for the peaceful repose of his soul of the departed and strength for his widow and other family members.

The late Afenifere leader?s son, Femi, expressed appreciation to Mrs. Tinubu for the visit, describing it as heartwarming. (The Nation)