Leaders Should Mind Their Language – Garba Shehu

Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media, Garba Shehu, has called on Leaders, to be mindful of the words they use over the death of Funke Olukurin, daughter of the Afenifere Chieftain, Reuben Fasoranti.

Different leaders have called on President Buhari to act fast on the spate of kidnappings and attacks across the country, since the news of her death was made public.

Garba Shehu has however reacted, calling on leaders to be cautious of words they use. Stating that insecurity is an issue all Nigerians should join hands and fight.

The Presidency has noted public concerns on the unfortunate attack leading to the death of daughter of the Afenifere leader, Pa Reuben Fasoranti.

The President has already issued a statement expressing his heartfelt condolences to the family of Mrs Funke Olakunri and followed up with a telephone call.

The Vice President, Professor Yemi Osinbajo has in addition, paid a visit to the grieving family in Akure, Ondo State.

Her death is a tragedy. Our thoughts and prayers are with her family. It is incumbent on all leaders across the country to consider their language and its potential consequences, he said.

According to the Senior Special Assistant, times like this are not times for politics as that will be disrespect for the deceased and her family.

He stated that the presidency believes those who are leaders recognise and understand this.