Osun State Governor, Adegboyega Oyetola has come out to mourn the former Inspector General of Police, Tafa Balogun who died on Thursday at 75.

He recently had his say via a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Ismail Omipidan, and Nigerians have been reacting.

According to him, the contribution of the late retired police officer will not be forgotten, and his input contributed in no small measure to the nation’s security during his years of service in the Force, including when he served as the IGP between 2002 and 2005.

He then described Balogun as a true patriot and respected community leader who made notable contributions to the development of his community and humanity.

His words, “On behalf of the government and the good people of Osun, I join family members, friends, the Nigerian Police Force, and the people of Ila-Orangun to mourn the death of retired Inspector General of Police, Tafa Balogun.”

“I pray Almighty Allah overlook his shortcomings, admit him into Aljanah and grant his family and loved ones the strength to bear his demise.”