The ancient town of Ofiki stood still as dignitaries from all walks of life converged on the First Baptist Church Ofiki, ATISBO Local Government Area, to pay last respects and tribute to the departed soul of the late Oloto of Ofiki, His Majesty Oba Sunday Oyedokun Adeoye, JP, Tella 111, Gbadewolu 1.
The remains of the late Oloto, who was also a military veteran, were covered with the national flag and army boot, a testament to his service to the nation. The guard of honor from the Nigerian Army carried his remains into the church, adding a touch of military pageantry to the somber occasion.
The epoch event featured several prominent men of God, political stalwarts, traditional rulers, captains of industry, and sons and daughters of Ofiki at home and abroad. Rev. Dr. Timothy Olawuwo, speaking on behalf of the National CAN President, Rev. Dr. Israel Akanji, and CAN Chairman in Oke-Ogun, Rev. Dr. Gabriel Olanrewaju, emphasized the importance of thinking of eternity.
He stressed that death is inevitable and that people should always give their best, as any position one may occupy in life is transient. Rev. Olawuwo, who spoke on the theme “The Love of Christ to Mankind,” reiterated that it is imperative for people to love God with their hearts and souls and desist from ungodly acts. He charged everyone present at the event to increase their faith in Jesus and think of eternity, emphasizing that great things cannot be achieved by mediocres.
In his condolence message to the family and friends of the deceased, Rev. Dr. Timothy Olawuwo urged them to emulate the lifestyle of Oba Sunday Oyedokun Adeoye, JP, whom he described as a believer worthy of emulation.
The host, Executive Chairman of ATISBO Local Government Area, Hon. Bashir Muyiwa Alade, Commissioner for Trade, Industry, Investment, and Cooperative Society, Hon. Adeniyi Adebisi, Special Adviser to the State Governor on Legislative Matters, Chief Samuel Adejumobi Agbarapo, Chief Atilola Babatunde Robert, Baba Banimore from Ofiki, and son of the Asiwaju of Ofiki land, Chief S. A. Adekola, who is also the PS/TG TESCOM Zonal Office, Saki, and Mr. Adekola Adewuyi Adeyemi, eulogized the late Oloto for his remarkable legacies. They described him as a man of honor and epitome of humility who carved his name in gold in the history of Ofiki land.
The guests emphasized that the late Oloto was instrumental to the development of Ofiki in all ramifications and had brought honor and glamour to the traditional institution. They said the late Oloto will be greatly missed and be remembered for his unblemished records as a man of God with principle. They urged the Oloto ruling dynasty to embrace peace and love and seek God’s intervention in the selection process for a new Oloto of Ofiki.
Kazeem Jenrade, who was at the event reported that Amongst the dignitaries present at the occasion were the Odofin of Saki land, Chief Isaac Koleosho, Chief Amoo Oladejo, Chief Jimoh Olori, Chief Sunday Oyewole Folydak, and Mr. Amos Oladokun. The event was also attended by several traditional rulers, including the Oloto of Ago-Are, Onibaasi of Baasi, Onisabe of Sabe, and Onitede of Tede.
