Rt. Hon. Babatunde Olaniyan, popularly known as Akoro, has expressed profound sadness over the tragic death of a driver attached to Crown Football Club following an unfortunate accident involving the team on its way to a pre-season tournament.
The ex , Deputy Speaker, Oyo State House of Assembly who is the Chairman of the College of Health Service and Technology, Eleyele, Ibadan, and a former Chairman of Shooting Stars Sports Club (3SC), described the incident as a painful loss, extending his heartfelt condolences to the management, players, officials, and the bereaved family of the deceased.
In his condolence message, the former 3SC helmsman lamented that the unfortunate incident had brought grief to the Crown FC family, noting that the loss was difficult to bear and that words alone could not adequately express the depth of sorrow occasioned by the tragedy.
The former NPFL referee sympathised with the management and entire team of Crown FC, as well as the immediate family of the deceased, urging them to find strength and comfort in God during this difficult period.
Olaniyan prayed that Almighty God would grant the departed, Mr Yinusa Popola eternal rest and give the bereaved family, club officials, players, and all those affected by the incident the courage to overcome the painful experience.
He also prayed for the speedy recovery of anyone who sustained injuries in the accident, asking God to heal wounded hearts, uphold the affected individuals, and restore peace and comfort to the Crown FC family.
“May the Lord heal every wounded heart, uphold everyone affected by this tragedy, and grant a speedy recovery to anyone injured in the accident,” he said.
The former 3SC chairman further urged the bereaved family and the entire Crown FC community to accept his deepest sympathies and heartfelt prayers, expressing hope that God’s divine presence would bring them peace and consolation in their moment of grief.
He concluded his message with a prayer for the peaceful repose of the deceased, saying, “May the soul of the departed rest in perfect peace. Amen.”
The tragic incident has cast a shadow over Crown FC’s preparations for the pre-season tournament, with prayers and condolences expected to provide comfort to the club and the family of the deceased as they navigate this difficult period.
Source/Sunday Agunbiade
