Fri. Jul 18th, 2025

Governor Kayode Fayemi of Ekiti State has mourned the death of the Chairman of the Teaching Service Commission (Tescom), Chief Abegunde. The governor described the late Abegunde as a dedicated and committed public servant who served the state with distinction. Abegunde’s death was announced on Tuesday, and it has sent shockwaves across the state. The late Tescom chairman was known for his contributions to the development of education in Ekiti State. He was appointed as the chairman of Tescom by Governor Fayemi in 2019. During his tenure, Abegunde worked tirelessly to improve the standard of education in the state. He was also instrumental in the recruitment of teachers and the development of educational infrastructure in the state. Governor Fayemi has expressed his condolences to the family of the late Abegunde, describing his death as a great loss to the state. The governor also praised Abegunde’s commitment to the development of education in the state, saying that his legacy would live on. The Ekiti State government has announced plans to give Abegunde a state burial. The funeral rites are expected to take place soon. The late Abegunde was a respected figure in Ekiti State, and his death has been met with an outpouring of tributes from across the state. He will be remembered for his selfless service to the state and his contributions to the development of education. The governor has urged the people of Ekiti State to take solace in the fact that Abegunde’s legacy would continue to inspire future generations. The death of Abegunde has also been mourned by the Ekiti State House of Assembly, which described him as a dedicated public servant. The assembly has also expressed its condolences to the family of the late Abegunde. The people of Ekiti State are still in shock over the death of Abegunde, and they will miss his contributions to the development of the state. The state government has promised to continue with the policies and programs initiated by Abegunde during his tenure as Tescom chairman.

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