Nigeria’s tallest man, Afeez Agoro is dead
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Afeez Agoro Oladimiji
Afeez Agoro Oladimiji, popularly known as the tallest man in Nigeria, is dead.
Agoro’s burial arrangement has commenced at his residence in Community road, Akoka.
It was learnt that Agoro was rushed to the hospital yesterday after he developed some complications.
Agoro’s last post on Facebook was on May 28 after he recovered from hip replacement.
He posted: “Thank God Almighty for a successful operation now it’s time for therapy.”
Agoro went through hip recovery process with his personal doctor, Dr. Dike.
Before his demise, Agoro’s intimidating height attracts stares anywhere he went. He was 7ft 4in tall.
Residents of Akoka/Bariga community have started to send in their tributes.
The chairman Akoka CDA, Segun Adesanya confirmed his demise.
He said: “Afeez Agoro lives on community road and it’s sad we lost a promising young man. May his soul rest in peace.”
