The Governor of Ogun State, Prince Dapo Abiodun, has described the late Main Basic Ekundayo Opaleye (rtd.) as a patriot, who embodied braveness, integrity, management and dedication not solely to the Nigerian Military but in addition to the nation as an entire .
Abiodun, who made this recognized yesterday throughout the burial ceremony of the late elder statesman on the Inexperienced Legacy Resorts Corridor, Olusegun Obasanjo Presidential Library, Abeokuta, famous that his departure would depart a vacuum within the lives of his rapid household and the state.
Represented by his deputy, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, Abiodun famous that the late Opaleye performed notable roles whereas in lively service of the Nigerian Military, together with Army Administrator of the outdated Ondo State, Commander of the Nigerian Military Corps of Engineers and commander of the group. of the African Union's Impartial Army Observer Corps in Rwanda, in addition to its function within the nation's peace settlement.
He famous that after retirement, the deceased continued to reside a lifetime of affect by taking part in a pivotal function in Owu Kingdom.
the place he was Balogun, along with serving as a cupboard member of the Olowu within the Council.
He identified that since Opaleye resumed workplace as governor, he has continued to assist his administration by offering sensible counsel wherever and every time wanted.
The primary citizen of the state prolonged heartfelt condolences from the federal government and folks of the state to his widows, youngsters, grandchildren and the prolonged household he left behind, praying that God grants them the energy to beat the irreparable loss and everlasting relaxation to bear for many who have left.
In his remarks, the Deputy Governor of Ondo State, Dr. Olayide Adelami, who mentioned the late army administrator instituted due course of, which the state continues to comply with, described him as a faithful Christian father, urging the kids and family members to emulate him.
Most Superior Evangelist Olusegun Olarinde acknowledged the deceased's humility, worry of God and contributions to the event of the church regardless of his place within the society. individuals.
Additionally talking, the one daughter of the deceased, Naval Commodore Abiola Oluwole-Smith, described her father as loving, caring, disciplined, passionate and calm; a uncommon gem and the one one to share her woes and successes. She added that the deceased was an embodiment of real love, honesty, humility and a household man who could be tremendously missed.
