Prominent indigenes of Eruwa and Lanlate in Ibarapa East Local Government paid glowing tributes to the late philanthropist, business mogul, community and political leader, Chief Adeseun Ogundoyin, the father of the Oyo State Speaker who died 30years ago.
The children including the Speaker of Oyo State House of Assembly, Hon Adebo Ogundoyin replicated the good nature and gesture of their late dad by distributing foodstuffs and clothes to over one thousand widows, indigent and people with special needs in his constituency.
At a remembrance programme organized by Hon Adebo Ogundoyin in honor of his late father held at Eruwa Town Hall, political and community leaders described the late Ogundoyin as one of the finest human beings that ever traversed the surface of the earth.
According to the Speaker, the late Adeseun Ogundoyin had great love for the people of Eruwa, Lanlate and indeed Ibarapaland, and he lived his entire life to serve the people.
Hon. Ogundoyin, who said it was painful that he did not have fond memories of his late dad, however, added that continuous tributes from the people, his family members and friends no doubt showed that he was not only a socialite but also charitable and acceptable to his kinsmen.
His words, ” As part of the 30th year remembrance activities of my late dad, Chief Adeseun Ogundoyin whose commitment to humanitarian, philanthropism and community development was undisputed gracious in his life time, I and my siblings extended hands of support to 1000 widows, indigenes and people with special needs in our communities in memory of a great man that lived all his life raising stars.
“Dad, even after 30years…your sons, daughters and grandchildren have continued to benefit from your numerous good deeds. You’re a great man, even in the grave. We will love and cherish you forever! He said.
While saying that together with his other siblings, they will continue to promote and uphold the legacies of their late dad, Hon Ogundoyin assured that he will not abandon his people even after leaving office but will work to surpass the enviable records of service to humanity set by his father.
Some community and party leaders who spoke at remembrance program including Alhaji Morakinyo Kasali, Chief Jacob Adeoye, Prince Wole Opadeye and Prince Layiwola said though the death of Chief Adeseun Ogundoyin on June 18, 1991 was a deadly blow to the entire people of Ibarapaland, it is heartwarming and gratifying that his children and family members especially the Speaker are continuing his good work.
They said his memories will continue to linger on in the hearts of the people of Ibarapaland.
The highlight is the presentation of foodstuffs and cloths items to over one thousand widows, indigenes and people with special needs.
Other siblings who were in attendance include Adesoji, Adetoye and Aderemi Ogundoyin.
