One of the House of Representatives’ distinguished members, Honorable Prince Olaide Akinremi, popularly known as Jagaban, has passed away, according to the House.

Akinremi, who stood for the All Progressives Congress (APC) and represented the Ibadan North Federal Constituency, passed away on Wednesday, July 10, according to a statement released by the House Spokesman and Chairman of the House Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Rep. 

Akin Rotimi, Jr. Earlier this morning, the Honorable Akinremi, who presided over the House Committee on Science Research Institutions, passed away.His age was fifty-one.

Full statement said,

“Until his demise, the Oyo legislator was a dedicated public servant known for his unwavering commitment to the development of his constituency and the country at large. His passion for service, coupled with his deep understanding of the needs and aspirations of his people, earned him the endearing title of ‘Jagaban.’

Throughout his tenure, he was a staunch advocate for policies and initiatives that promoted social welfare, economic growth, and scientific research. His contributions to legislative debates and his active participation in committee activities were a testament to his dedication and hard work.

Rep. Akinremi was as much a grassroots politician as he was an astute statesman who leveraged his goodwill and network of relationships to attract a positive impact to the people of his constituency. He built friendships by being intentional about reaching out and sending goodwill messages to all colleagues on special occasions, fostering camaraderie and unity within the House.

As a ranking member, Rep. Akinremi had a keen institutional memory and was a mentor to many first-time parliamentarians, guiding them with wisdom gained from his extensive experience in legislative affairs.”