‘He Is One Of Our National Heroes’ – Atiku Mourns Taiwo Akinkunmi

The 2023 presidential candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Atiku Abubakar, has expressed sadness over the demise of the designer of the Nigerian flag, Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi.

Naija News reports that Pa Akinkunmi died at the age 84, and his son, Akinwumi Samuel, confirmed his demise via his Facebook page on Wednesday.

In a statement released on his verified Twitter page on Wednesday, Atiku described Pa Akinkunmi as one of the country’s national heroes for designing the national flag, which has become a part of Nigeria’s heritage.

The former Vice President said he has directed that the Nigerian flag in his residence in Abuja be flown at half mast in his honour.

Atiku added that his thoughts and prayers are with his family, even as he prays that God comforts them and grants the deceased eternal rest.

He said: “It is sad to hear of the passing away of Pa Micheal Taiwo Akinkunmi, who designed our national flag, which has become a part of our heritage.

“I wish to join our compatriots not just to mourn but to celebrate one of our national heroes who passed on at the age of 84. I have directed that the Nigerian flag in my residence be flown at half mast in his honour.

“This is why I have always advocated for the study of history so that the youth and future generations will be acquainted with our past and emulate the virtues and heroic deeds of our present and past leaders.

“My thoughts and prayers are with his family, even as I pray that God comforts them and grants Pa Akinkunmi eternal rest.”