Nigeria, April 11 -- Osun State Governor Ademola Adeleke has condoled with the family of Rauf Adeniji, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress (APC), who passed away recently.

Mr Adeniji served as the party's National Director of Administration until his untimely death. He reportedly died at the hands of his abductors despite paying a ransom of N50 million for his release.

In a statement signed by the spokesperson to the Osun State Governor, Olawale Rasheed, Mr Adeniji's death was described as a significant loss for both Osun State and Nigeria.

Governor Adeleke expressed hope that Mr Adeniji's contributions during his lifetime would provide solace to those grieving his sudden passing. He also prayed for the deceased's soul to rest...