The designer of the Nigerian flag, Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, has been laid to rest after a year-long wait for a promised state funeral by the federal government led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. 

Akinkunmi, who passed away at 87, was celebrated for his iconic contribution to the nation.

His funeral service, organised by the Oyo State government, was held at the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium in Ibadan, attended by a large gathering of mourners, including family, friends, and government officials. 

The ceremony paid tribute to Akinkunmi’s lasting legacy in shaping a symbol of national unity and pride.  

The funeral service was conducted by ministers from the Gospel Faith Mission International.  

Akinkunmi, fondly known as “Mr. Flag Man,” designed the Nigerian flag in 1958 and received a £100 award for his chosen design.

The designer of the Nigerian flag, Pa Taiwo Akinkunmi, has been laid to rest after a year-long wait for a promised state funeral by the federal government led by President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. 

Akinkunmi, who passed away at 87, was celebrated for his iconic contribution to the nation.

His funeral service, organised by the Oyo State government, was held at the Obafemi Awolowo Stadium in Ibadan, attended by a large gathering of mourners, including family, friends, and government officials. 

The ceremony paid tribute to Akinkunmi’s lasting legacy in shaping a symbol of national unity and pride.  

The funeral service was conducted by ministers from the Gospel Faith Mission International.  

Akinkunmi, fondly known as “Mr. Flag Man,” designed the Nigerian flag in 1958 and received a £100 award for his chosen design.