Sikiru Osinowo aka pepperito ‑ the Senator representing Lagos East Senatorial District in Nigeria ‑ passed away on June 15, 2020, after contracting coronavirus-related illnesses.
The deceased had been placed under isolation to prevent a possible spread after contracting the virus.
Osinowo’s death was confirmed by one of his family member, Chairman of Agboyi-Ketu Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Dele Osinowo.
Commiserating with the Osinowo family over the loss, All Progressives Congress (APC) Lagos Chapter, described the deceased as a leading light during struggle for the revalidation of June 12.
According to the party, Osinowo was a strong pillar and a stabilizing force at the Lagos State House of Assembly where he served the state before been elected to represent Lagos East senatorial district at National Assembly.
The party, in a statement by its Spokesman. Seye Oladejo, stated that his demise has left a huge gap in the party considering his contribution towards the battle to entrench democratic governance in the country.
“Pepper, as he was widely known, will be remembered for his wise counsel, matured leadership, loyalty to the party and commitment to democratic ideals”.