Senator Buruji Kashamu is dead.

The former lawmaker from Ogun State died on Saturday, August 8th, 2020 of COVID-19 complications. 

Silverbird Group boss, Ben Murray-Bruce broke the news via his Twitter page.

He wrote: “I have just lost my good friend of forever to #COVID19. Until his death, Sen. Buruji Kashamu and I were inseparable. He died today at First Cardiology Consultants, in Lagos.”

“May his gentle soul rest in peace. I pray his family and loved ones the fortitude to bear this heavy loss.”