Nigerians across different social media platforms have continued to heap praises on the designer of the Nigerian Flag, Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, who passed on today, August 30 2023 at the age of 87.
His son, Akinkunmi Akinwumi Samuel, announced his demise via his Facebook page on Wednesday.
He wrote, “Life is indeed transient; I can say boldly you live a life with a landmark. Continue to rest on, my father! Pa Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi (O.F.R) Great Man has gone.”
Akinkunmi was awarded 100 pounds by the government when his design was selected as the Nigerian flag.
He has also been honoured with the MON (Member of the Order of the Niger) Award by President Goodluck Jonathan.
Following the news, Nigerians across their social media platforms have continued to commend his efforts across diverse social media platforms.
Read some reactions:
May he find rest in the bossom of our Lord Jesus Christ. But how well was he taken care of when alive by d Nigerian state with utmost respect and dignity? Just asking 🤷 @olumide61939198
The national flags should be at half mast to mourn their creator
@farouq_SG
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