The Minister of Power, Chief Adebayo Adelabu Tuesday said the vacuum  created by the former governor of Oyo State and Leader of the All Progressives Congress (APC), late  Senator Abiola Ajimobi is still difficult to fill.

Chief Adelabu  stated this while speaking in Ibadan as family, friends and political associates holds a 4th year fidau prayer for the repose of the soul of the former governor. 

He stated that the late former governor made a significant impact in governance of Oyo state through many innovations and ideas while alive.

He declared that the late former governor can best be described as the architect of modern Oyo state as he left the office with outstanding legacies and great achievements.

Celebrating the worthy life of the former governor, the minister condoled with the entire Ajimobi family, especially his darling wife,  Dr  Florence Ajimobi and the children, adding that Senator Ajimobi lived an impactful life.

The minister said the APC family  and Nigeria still remember the  former governor for his lofty contributions to the party and the development of Oyo state through his promotion of   good governance.

“I pray the Almighty  Allah  continues to increase his mercy on  Senator Ajimobi and forgive his shortcomings,” he said.