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President Muhammadu Buhari on Wednesday joined Christians in mourning the Spiritual Leader of St. Joseph’s Chosen Church of God International, Apostle Hayford Ikponmwonsa Alile.
In a condolence message issued by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Femi Adesina, the President commiserated with family, friends and close associates of Apostle Alile.
The President affirmed that the late Spiritual Leader served the country extensively, especially in structuring the economic landscape of both the private and public sectors, and consistently advocated synergy for national development.
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Buhari said he believed that the rich educational pedigree of Apostle Alile and his strong spiritual background were used for the benefit of the country.
He commended his sense of patriotism and national outlook in promoting peace, unity and for setting up The Hayford Alile Foundation to cater for the poor.
The President prayed that the almighty God would grant the Spiritual Leader eternal rest and comfort his family.
Late Alile, who died at the age of 87, was the pioneer Director General of Nigeria Stock Exchange and served variously on the board of the Central Bank of Nigeria and other blue-chip companies.