Lawmaker representing Ogbomoso North constituency in the Oyo state house assembly, Hon. Olawunmi Oladeji says former governor of Oyo state, Otunba Christopher Alao-Akala has written his name on the sand of time.
Hon. Oladeji made this known while speaking with Radio Nigeria at a day of tribute organized by Oyo state political class in honour of the late APC leader in Oyo state.
The lawmaker who x-rayed the humane personality of the former governor said Otunba Alao-Akala was humorous, generous, compassionate and a kindhearted political stalwart who was endowed with amazing political skills.
Mrs Oladeji, the only female lawmaker in the 9th Oyo Assembly, said the late patriarch played significant roles in her sojourn in the political arena, noting that the mentorship acquired from Otunba Akala will not be forgotten in a moment.
She further explained that the father figure part of former governor Alao-Akala will be greatly missed by many.
The day of tribute had in attendance family members, friends, political gladiators and associates above party lines as well as well wishers.
Subsequent line up activities for the final burial ceremony which commenced on Monday, 14th Feb, include a lecture/day of tribute and praise night, on the 15th of February while lying in state and executive session comes up at the house of Chiefs secretariat, Ibadan on the 16th of February followed by a cultural display and parade.
Others activities are funeral service on Friday 18th February at Beulah Baptist Conference ground, Ogbomoso and Thanksgiving service on Sunday, 20th February, 2022 at Okelerin Baptist church Ogbomoso.
Mosope Kehinde
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