- The family of the late Pa Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi has shared details about the funeral for the respected designer of Nigeria’s national flag
- The family is still waiting to hear from the Federal Government about its earlier promises related to the burial.
- A request has been made for the Nigerian flag to be flown at half-mast to honor Pa Akinkunmi’s legacy.
The family of the late Pa Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi has revealed the funeral arrangements for the esteemed designer of Nigeria’s national flag, who died on August 29, 2023, at the age of 87.
His son, Akinwumi Akinkunmi, thanked everyone for their kindness during their mourning. The burial will take place from Wednesday, September 4th, to Friday, September 6th, 2024.
“We thank the Federal Government for sending the Minister of Information and National Orientation, Hon Idris Mohammed, to pay condolence to the family when the incident happened,” the statement read.
The family continues to hope for news from the Federal Government regarding its past promises about the burial. They have made a request for the Nigerian flag to be flown at half-mast during the burial to celebrate Pa Akinkunmi’s legacy.
“It would be much appreciated if the Nigerian Flag can be flown at half-mast to give Pa Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi this last respect,” the family requested.
The family recognized the support from Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde, who vowed to ensure a dignified burial for the national hero.
This promise was highlighted with the assistance from members of the 7th Oyo State House of Assembly, Chief Bolaji Ayorinde, the Chairman of the Oyo State Advisory Council, and other council members.
The Akinkunmi family also expressed their thanks to everyone who supported them during Pa Akinkunmi’s life and after he passed away.
“We will also never forget to appreciate the print and broadcast media outlets for lending their support to the family’s voice until it got the desired attention of the concerned authorities,” the statement concluded.
Pa Michael Taiwo Akinkunmi, fondly remembered as “Mr. Flag Man,” designed the iconic green-white-green flag in 1958, which became a symbol of Nigeria’s sovereignty.
