These are the words of Akinkunmi Akinwumi Samuel, son of Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, as he announces the death of the man who designed the Nigerian National Anthem.
He was 87.
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 Order of Federal Republic award by President Goodluck Jonathan.
