The Osogbo branch of the Modakeke Progressives Union(MPU) has consoled the immediate family of High Chief John Adeboye Okunola, the Balogun of the community who died on Friday, March 1, 2024, at the age of 92.
According to the chairman of the MPU in Osogbo, Mr Yinka Odewale, Pa Okunola’s death was a big blow to all the sons and daughters of Modakeke living in Osogbo because of the numerous positive contributions of the deceased to the existence and sustainability of the union when he was still alive.
Odewale disclosed that though High Chief Okunola passed away at a ripe age of 92, it is not a thing of joy for anyone to lose a loved one.
The Osogbo MPU chairman stated that it would be difficult for the union to find a replacement for Pa Okunola whose love for his town and the people was legendary.
He explained that the life of High Chief Okunola is a very good reference point for the younger ones that with determination, hard work and prayers, there is no aspiration that is not attainable.
Odewale recalled that Pa Okunola was able to make success of his journey of life because of determination, perseverance and dedication.
He hinted that the deceased was always on hand to support the cause of Modakeke with his God-given endowments in all ramifications which is an attribute of a man of virtue and character.
The Osogbo MPU chairman explained that the extension of a hand of fellowship to the needy by the deceased was without border as it’s on record how he was fond of helping whoever was fortunate to meet him in life.
Odewale described Pa Okunola as a caring father of his children whom he gave quality education in various fields and loving husbands of his wives who are also late.
The Osogbo MPU chairman prayed to God Almighty to grant the children, relations, friends and well-wishers of the deceased the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss of their loved one.
e-SIGNED:
Mr YINKA ODEWALE, Chairman, Osogbo MPU.
