By Oluwatoyin Adegoke
The remains of Pa Moses Akanji Obaremi have been laid to rest in Abeokuta, as family members, friends and associates gathered to celebrate a life of faith, discipline and devoted service to God and humanity.
During the funeral service held at The African Church, Ita Iyalode, Owu, the Cathedral Provost, Venerable Gbenga Aderibigbe, urged Christians to dedicate their time, talents and resources to the service of God, just as the late Obaremi did during his lifetime.
In the message titled “Where Did You Keep Your Heart?”, the cleric reminded the congregation that beyond earthly recognition, what ultimately mattered was having one’s name written in the Book of Life by the Almighty who would resurrect all at the end of time.
In a tribute, the eldest son of the deceased, Mr Olukayode Obafemi, acknowledged their father’s teachings, describing him as a loving and disciplined man who devoted his life to the welfare of his children.
He also appreciated family members, friends and well-wishers for their support and presence, which, according to him, had brought comfort to the family.
The large number of dignitaries who turned out for the celebration were later entertained at a grand reception held at the DLK Events Centre, Abiola Way, Abeokuta as witnessed by a delegation from the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria, FRCN, Ibadan Zonal Station, led by the Deputy Director, News, Mr Adewumi Faniran.
Pa Moses Obaremi, aged 97, who hailed from Mesan in Oju-Ota, Ado Odo Ota Local Government Area of Ogun State was until his death a member of Faith Rebuilders Christian Mission and Baba Isale of the Young Women Improvement Society.
He is survived by wives, children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren
