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  • Buhari, Osinbajo, Governors, others pay glowing tribute as Bisi Akande’s wife, Omowunmi is buried

    The ancient town of Ila Orangun, Osun State played host to who is who in Nigeria’s political landscape especially amongst the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC, chieftains as wife of former interim National Chairman (Chief Bisi Akande) of the party, Madam Omowunmi Akande is buried.

    TheNewsGuru.com reports that the late Mrs. Omowunmi Akande died on Tuesday at the age of 73 after a brief illness.

    Speaking at the burial ceremony, Acting President Prof. Yemi Osinbajo urged Nigerians to support the ideals of peace and unity, which many great leaders stood for.

    ”Our strength as a nation lies in our diversity and size. Many states in Nigeria are far bigger than many nations of Africa.

    “The economy of Lagos State, for instance, is six times that of Rwanda. We must learn to stand together and work together. This is the great message of This is the great message of Mr. President,” he said.

    TheNewsGuru.com reports that President Muhammadu Buhari had earlier called Chief Akande to commiserate with him and also sent a condolence letter which was delivered by a presidential delegation comprising ministers led by the Chief of Staff to the President, Mallam Abba Kyari.

    The burial was preceded by an Islamic prayer held on the open field opposite Akande’s residence.

    Islamic cleric Mohammed Jamiu admonished political leaders to use their positions to help the poor.

    He said politicians should always remember that God gives power to whoever He chooses, adding that if they failed to bring succour to the less-privileged, God’s mercy would elude them.

    Osinbajo said he was with President Muhammadu Buhari in London on Tuesday when he recieved the news of Mrs. Akande’s death.

    He said President Buhari was touched by the news, and quoted him as saying “How will baba (Chief Bisi Akande) cope now?”

     

    In his words: “Mama’s loyalty to baba was unequalled. She and baba raised their children well. We are happy to see the children she left behind doing well. Mama, no doubt, has left a good legacy behind. She lived a life we are happy to remember with joy. We are celebrating the life of this great woman.”

    Turning to Akande, Osinbajo said Buhari “respects you because you don’t lie.”

    “Baba (Akande) has displayed courage many times, even, it is rough politically, but while we are wondering how baba will cope this time, he has shown tremendous courage again. Baba will always remain a beacon of light to us. So thank you for being a light.”

    Among the dignitaries at the event was APC stalwart Asiwaju Bola Tinubu who the acting president hailed as “a visionary”

     

    The roll call include: Governors Rauf Aregbesola (Osun), Arakunrin Rotimi Akeredolu (Ondo), Ibikunle Amosun (Ogun) and Abiola Ajimobi (Oyo), National leader of the party, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu.

    APC Deputy National Chairman Segun Oni,MallamNuhu Ribadu, Osun State Deputy Governor Grace Titi Laoye-Tomori, Alhaji Moshood Adeoti, Alhaji Gboyega Oyetola, former Police Inspector general Tafa Balogun, Mr. Bamidele Olumilua, Mr. Segun Awolowo

    Gen. Alani Akinrinade (rtd.,) Prof. Olu Aina, Senator Babafemi Ojudu, Mr. Wale Oshun,Chief Pius Akinyelure, Bashir Imam Ambasador Sola Iji, amongothers.


  • ‘You were strong in your pain’- Remi Surutu pens emotional tribute to deceased daughter

    ‘You were strong in your pain’- Remi Surutu pens emotional tribute to deceased daughter

    It will take Nollywood actress, Remi Oshodi Surutu forever to recover from the death of her first daughter, Ayo. The bereaved actress has finally found the courage to write her an emotional tribute.

    Ayo gave her last breath on Sunday, July 2nd and condolences have continued to pour in as friends and family of the deceased mourn her. Surutu lost Ayo, after a sickle cell crisis at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital (LASUTH).

    In her tribute, she calls her deceased daughter her best friend, confidante and younger sister.

    Read her message below

    Dearest AYOMIKUN,

    As a mother and child, it is natural we share both physical and abstract tours, laughter, pain and compliments; but we honestly shared a bond I cannot find a most appropriate adjective for it yet.

    As your friend, It has never been in my intentions to see you go through any form of pain. But as human, pain can emanate from any form and when your pain began, I have always sought God’s favour to transfer your pains so you will be fully lively as you want. And in your pain, you were strong for us. We went everywhere together.

    You were my immediate younger sister and remain one of the best things that ever happened to me. My confidante. You have never forsaken me or your sister. Dupe and Demilade will miss you.

    I will keep your memories forever; and in all honesty I can only console myself with the believe that I will see you again my beautiful, precious daughter.

    Please rest well till we meet to part no more my love. My prayers and affection for you will be eternal.

    I have said thank you to all that are helping to give you a lasting resting place.

    Your mother

    Remi.

     

     

  • We never had the chance to pay her back- Bovi pens emotional tribute for deceased mum

    Nigerian comedian, Bovi lost his mum January 25th, 2016 . Bovi in an emotion laden tribute posted on Instagram, narrated how he drove her to the airport 24 hours before she died, his greatest regret and how she was there for him through thick and thin. According to him, the story is too tragic to tell.

    “Bovi o! It’s mummy o! She’s not breathing o”! Those where the first words that hit me when I picked up the phone call. It was 7pm, Jan 25th 2016. I was parked outside the palms, patiently waiting for my movie time before making my way into the building. But how was this possible? I spoke to her exactly an hour ago and I assured her I would check on her that same evening again. Now a female voice driven by hysteria was telling me the worst with the only euphemism she could conjure. I asked who else was there. She said Uncle Eric. Finally!! Uncle Eric has always been there for my mum. Her go-to guy and Mr. fix it. With Uncle Eric, nothing was ever broken. But when he got on the phone, he was broken. It was the first time I heard a strong man cry. That’s when I froze. I was in shock. She had just left me 24 hours earlier. I drove her to the airport. “Bovi I don’t want to miss my flight”, she had queried. I told her it was a Sunday. “The road is clear. Let’s cruise”! It was our last of many voyages. Just before she got into the arrival terminal I asked her to pose for a picture. I posted it on snapchat and captioned it “momma pls don’t go ???”. How ironic.”

    He went on to share the unforgettable moments he shared with her.

    “The memories came gushing as I drove back home to face my new reality; I remembered the first gift she gave me with a written message. It was an album. I was seven. I remembered how she took me to write my common entrance exam. As I walked out the hall, there she stood at the end of the hallway waiting with a lucid smile. She whispered to me “I know you did well”. I was ten. I remembered all the visits in boarding house. Staring at the gate of the school, it was only a matter of time before she drove in. She never disappointed. With love she would say, “you’re the first fruit of my womb. I baptized you myself”. A good woman died! .By 2pm of the 26th, I stood before her body. Even in death, I could feel her warmth. Even in its stiffness I could feel her tenderness. There she lay,forever irreplaceable.