The Lagos State Chapter of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) on Thursday condoled with the former Vice-Chairman (South) of the party, Chief Olabode George, over the death of his son, Dipo.

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Dipo died in the early hours ofThursdayat the age of 42.

He had been suffering from a protracted illness before his death in a Lagos hospital.

The state’s party Chairman, Mr Moshood Salvador, in a statement issued after a condolence visit to the George family, said that the Lagos chapter was devastated by the news.

He said the party shared in the grief of the family during the trying period.

Salvador prayed for the peaceful repose of the deceased while praying to God to grant the family the fortitude to bear the loss.

“May the care and love of those around you provide peace and comfort to get you through the days ahead.

“I hope our Lord brings you and your family the much-needed peace during this testing time.

“Our condolences to the entire George family over this irreparable loss,” he said. (NAN)