The Governor of Ekiti State, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has sent his Condolence message to the family of the renowned theatre arts practitioner and prominent indigene of the state, Chief Jimoh Aliu, who passed on Thursday.
In a statement released by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Yinka Oyebode, the Governor said the death of Chief Aliu is a huge loss to the state and Nigeria in general given his contributions to the development of performing arts and the state.
The Governor described Chief Aliu as a rare and extraordinary talent whose impact was felt in the entertainment industry locally and internationally.
Dr. Fayemi further described the deceased as a multi-talented personality who functioned as an actor, dramatist, playwright, singer, film maker, producer, director, costumes and location manager and sculptor.
“Baba lived an impactful life. He served our dear state, nation and humanity with the best of his creative talent. We shall miss him sorely but we are grateful to God for the legacies he left behind. May God grant the family the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.” the Governor added.
