President Jonathan Mourns Femi Robinson, “The Village Headmaster”

President Jonathan has joined other Nigerians to
mourn the death of veteran act, Femi Robinson
popularly known as the Village headmaster who
died at 75. The president also extended his
condolences to the Robinson's family through a
statement issued by his Special adviser on Media
and Publicty, Reuben Abati. Read statement
after the cut
President Goodluck Ebele Jonathan extends
heartfelt condolences to the family of the
veteran actor and broadcaster, Mr. Femi
Robinson who has passed away at the age of 75.
The President equally commiserates with all
members of the creative and broadcast industry
in Nigeria on the death of the popular actor.
President Jonathan believes that Mr. Robinson,
who was especially loved and admired by the
public for his edifying role in the famous
Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) series, "The
Village Headmaster", will be long remembered
for his great inventiveness, professionalism and
humility.
The President urges members of his family and
all who mourn Femi Robinson to honour his
memory by constantly upholding the values of
inter-ethnic harmony, education, civility and
proficiency, which he passionately promoted
through successful careers as an actor and
broadcaster.
President Jonathan prays that God Almighty will
comfort all who mourn him and grant his soul
eternal rest.
REUBEN ABATI
Special Adviser to the President
(Media and Publicity)