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  • Veteran Nollywood actor, Ignis Ekwe, passes on

    veteran Nollywood Actor, Ignis Ekwe, who was well known for his role in the popular Soap Opera “Éveryday People”, has passed on, his family member confirms.

    The thespian, who played iconic roles in “Cockcrow at Dawn’’, “Igodo” and other epic movies, reportedly died in Benin, Edo State after a brief illness.

    Actress Yvonne Jegede, who is a niece to the late thespian took to her Instagram page, @yvonnejegedefawole on Tuesday to mourn him.

    She wrote: “My heart is bleeding, my heart is heavy. Who do i blame? Who do i question? The inevitable has struck again. #AdateToRemember# R.i.p Uncle Ignis Ekwe.”

    The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the Edo-born actor was a scriptwriter, and a lecturer in the Department of Mass Communications, Federal Polytechnic Auchi, Edo State until his death.

  • Justice Aderemi passes on

    A RETIRED Justice of Supreme Court, Justice, Sir Pius Olayiwola Aderemi, CON, has passed on.

    The former Jurist and a one-time chairmanship nominee of the Independent and Corrupt Practices Commission (ICPC) by President Goodluck Jonathan, passed on Monday at a hospital in Ibadan after a brief illness.

    According to a statement issued by his son, Olakunle Aderemi, Justice Aderemi until his death was a devoted Catholic, defender of the law and an exemplary and incorruptible Jurist of Nigeria’s apex court.

    He was at a time, a member of the National Judicial Council, Member of the Body of Benchers of Nigeria and was a Papal Knight of St Gregory the Great.

    Justice Aderemi is survived by children and grandchildren.

    His burial arrangements will be announced by the family.

     

     

  • Omoru passes on

    Omoru passes on

    The death has occurred of Evangelist  Amos Anyibieu Omoru of Orogun Kingdom, Delta State, at the age of 92.

    Renowned for his evangelical works and services, the nonagenarian was said to have passed on peacefully in his country home, Igbuku-Orogun, on December 2, 2017.

    In a statement released by Chris Erhi Omoru, on behalf of the family, noted that Pa Omoru was a devout Christian who spent his life time on the evangelical field, having been in the vanguard of the formation of the Anglican Adam Preaching Society (AAPS), famous for the spread of the gospel of Christ across Nigeria.

    Pa Omoru is survived by his wife, Mrs   Beatrice Ufuomanefe Omoru and several children, amongst whom is Chris Erhi Omoru, a transactional lawyer based in Lagos.

    “He was a respected church elder in the Anglican Communion, and worked tirelessly for the expansion of the kingdom of God here on earth”, the statement said, adding that “ it is our belief that he will be welcomed home by His maker”, the statement said.

    Funeral arrangements, according to the statement, will be announced later, after due consultation with the family and church authorities.

     

  • Dr Sun-Basorun passes on

    Dr Sun-Basorun passes on

    A medical practitioner, Dr Adegbenga Adesegun Sun-Basorun, has died. He was 62.

    A wake will hold today at the New Covenant Church, Agodi Centre, Queen Elizabeth Road, Ibadan. He will be buried tomorrow.

    The deceased graduated from the University of Ife, now (Obafemi Awolowo University) in 1981 and practiced as Consulting Medical Doctor in several government hospitals in Oyo State.

    Prior to his death, He was chairman of FOODCO Chain of Supermarkets, based in Ibadan.

    His is survived by his wife, Iyabo, children, a grandson and immediate and extended family members.

     

  • Ex-NTA anchorman, Enahoro, 75, passes on

    Ex-NTA anchorman, Enahoro, 75, passes on

    Former Nigeria Television Authority (NTA) anchorman, Mr. Mike Enahoro, is dead.

    He passed on Friday night in a Lagos hospital following a brief illness.

    His family in a statement by his son, Mr. Meshrak Enahoro, said the deceased lived a fulfilled life and was loved by every member of the family.

    He was a younger brother of the late nationalist, Chief Anthony Enahoro.

    Burial arrangement is yet to be announced.

     

  • Ex-provost passes on

    Ex-provost passes on

    Former provost of the Adeniran Ogunsanya College of Education Oto/Ijanikin Dr Bolaji Carew, is dead. He was 67.

    In a statement, the management of the college said the deceased ‘lived a fulfilled life’.

    Dr Carew, who served as provost of the institution for seven years, between 1991 and 1998, retired from the Lagos State service and AOCOED in 2000.

    He had his Bachelor of Science in 1973, Masters and PhD in Agricultural Science from the University of Ibadan where he studied between 1976 and 1982.

    He later went to Ethiopia as a research fellow in farming analyst/programme nutritionist between 1978 and 1983.

    The late provost  served as a lecturer at the Oyo State College of Education, Ila Orangun, before he joined AOCOED as Chief Lecturer in the Department of Agricultural Science. He became the provost in 1991. He is survived by wife and children.

     

  • Ondo State monarch passes on

    Ondo State monarch passes on

    The monarch of Ayede Ogbese, Oba Peter Adetunmbi Iseoluwa Oluyede, has passed on. He died on July 13.

    A renowned professor of law, former member of the Code of Conduct Tribunal, accomplished author of many law books on Nigerian and East African Law, Oba Oluyede ascended the throne in November 2010.

    He was one of the three Nigerians to obtain LL.D degree by examination from British universities. The others are the late Prof T.O Elias and Prof B.O Nwabueze.

    His reign brought a new wave of leadership to Ayede Ogbese, a burgeoning commercial community between Akure and Owo.

    The interment and first funeral rites are scheduled to take place in Ayede Ogbese on August 7 at 10 am. The final rites and celebration of life are scheduled for December 19.

    He is survived by his wife, Olori Titi and children: Ajibola, Olusegun, Afolabi, Kofoworola, Adegoke and Odunayo.

     

  • Ayangburen of Ikorodu passes on

    Ayangburen of Ikorodu passes on

    •Fashola, Ikuforiji mourn

    The Ayangburen of Ikorodu and Vice–Chairman of the Lagos State Council of Obas and Chiefs, Oba Salaudeen Afolabi Oyefusi, has passed on.

    Oba Oyefusi died in a London hospital on Saturday. He was 83. Palace sources said he died of an age-related ailment.

    The monarch is survived by his only wife, Olori Muibat, and children.

    Born on July 8, 1931, the late Oba Oyefusi, who was an old student of Oriwu College, was installed as the Ayangburen in September, 1971.

    An educated ruler and committed Muslim, the late Oba Oyefusi reigned for 43 years. He was a successful businessman before ascending the throne of his forefathers.

    During his long and peaceful reign, he promoted religious harmony and development in Ikorodu Division.

    Developments recorded during his reign include the establishment of the Lagos State Polytechnic, Ikorodu; the Technical College, Ikorodu; many secondary schools and the creation of more local governments.

    Mourners thronged the ancient palace and the monarch’s private residence yesterday.

    Governor Babatunde Fashola described the monarch’s death as “shocking”.

    In a statement by his spokesman, Mr. Hakeem Bello, Fashola said: “His death at this time has robbed the state of his contributions and wisdom.”

    House of Assembly Speaker Adeyemi Ikuforiji described the late Oba Oyefusi as “an uncommon and irreplaceable royal father, who used his ancient throne to transform the lives of his people and his community.”

    Ikuforiji said: “The news of the sudden demise of our most revered royal father, Oba Oyefusi, is like a thunder strike at a time like this. It is sad, unfortunate and hard to believe. For us in Lagos State, Oba Oyefusi is one Oba that effectively blended the ancient culture of our people with modernity to positively impact on the lives of our people.

    “A repertoire of superb wisdom, knowledge and understanding, our referred Oba Oyefusi’s contributions to the marvelous transformation that Lagos State has witnessed since his assumption of office some half a century ago will forever stand his name in good stead from generation to generation.

    “It is on record for instance that but for the huge and proactive support  and contributions of Oba Oyefusi for the Lagos State government since Nigeria’s return to democracy in 1999, all the great achievements recorded by our state today would have been a mirage. He was an Oba who, at all times, stood for the good of his people.

    “His demise at this time is something that ought not to have happened, as people look up to such a forthright, credible and fearless royal father for guidance in the journeys ahead.

    “Since we as human beings have no choice other than to see a calamity like this as an act of our creator, on behalf of myself, family, fellow legislators and the management and staff of the Lagos State House of Assembly, I commiserate with the government and people of Lagos State, particularly the good people of Ikorodu, on this painful incident. I also commiserate with his family.

    “May the Almighty God grant his great soul Aljanah Firdaus and grant his family members the fortitude to bear this irreparable and sad loss.”

    Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs Ademorin Kuye said: “It is a sad loss to Ikorodu and Lagos State. He was a recipient of the Officer of the Order of Niger (OON) from the Federal Government. He was one of the best monarchs in Lagos State. Kabiyesi was expected home today (Sunday). His ticket had already been booked. “

    Kuye said the monarch’s funeral arrangement will be announced later.

  • Another Onyeador sister passes on

    Another Onyeador sister passes on

    Barely one year after the social circuit received with dismay the news of the untimely death of art and culture aficionado, Angela Onyeador, the social scene has again lost another notable member. The harvest of deaths in the last few months reminds one of man’s grim mortality and fragile nature of our hold on our existence.

    From the social firmament, another illustrious lady has departed. Although she would never be seen again, memories of her will linger for a long time to come. It was penultimate Friday that the news of the death of Ebele Onyeador, the younger sister of the late Angela and Stella Onyeador, filtered out.

    Until her death, Ebele was the only surviving child of the late Sir and Mrs. Alex Onyeador. It will be recalled that Ebele’s eldest sister, Stella, the ex-wife of the late Chief Odumegwu Ojukwu, died about three years ago. Her kinsmen in Arochukwu, Abia State, had insisted that she should be buried in her ancestral home as the first daughter, according to their custom. But Angela, the immediate elder sister of Ebele, insisted that she would be buried in Lagos. Although she had her way, she fell ill some weeks after Stella was buried. She was ill for several months and later gave up the ghost in America late last year.

    Penultimate Friday, Ebele, the only surviving child in the family, also joined her sisters. Details of her burial arrangements were still under wraps at press time.