…..as Governor- elect commiserates with ex- dep gov over father’s death
Former Deputy Governor of Ekiti State, Prof. Kolapo Olusola-Eleka has lauded the State Governor-elect, Mr Biodun Abayomi Oyebanji for his condolence visit to the family house in Ikere Ekiti, following the death of his father, Pa Joshua Ojo Eleka.
Prof Eleka described the visit as a manifestation of the brotherly love that transcends party differences in Ekiti State.
“We are glad that you are here. It shows the kind of brotherly love you are manifesting, which goes beyond party affiliation. As a leader, you have proved that you are are Governor for all”
Prof. Eleka thanked the Governor-elect for the honor done him, his late father and the entire Eleka’s family.
The Governor-elect who was at the Eleka’s family house in Ikere-Ekiti alongside his deputy, Chief(Mrs) Monisade Afuye, condoled with Prof. Eleka, the widow, Deaconess E.O Ojo Eleka, and entire family members. He also commiserated with the people of Ikere-Ekiti over the demise of the community’s illustrious son.
” I am here to commiserate with the family over the demise of Pa. Joshua Ojo Eleka. Baba died the death of a righteous. We are not mourning today but to celebrate God’s faithfulness in his life.
Oyebanji described Baba Eleka as righteous man who lived a fulfilled life and selflessly served God, community and humanity to the end.
“I can attest to the fact that Baba is a righteous man. He lived a life of impact, served God, Community and humanity to the end. May the good Lord rest his soul,” Oyebanji said.
Raheem Akingbolu
Media Assistant