The remains of Tunde Oladunjoye Publicity Secretary of All Progressives Congress (APC), Ogun State Chapter were on Sunday finally laid to rest at his private residence in Itele town of Ogun State.
Penpushing reports that the body arrived from London in the early hours of the day and transported to his hometown accompanied by members of his family, and thereafter taken to the Central Mosque for prayers.
The remains were after the prayer session at the mosque moved in a hearse accompanied by large crowd which include members of the ruling party, civil society coalition, representatives of the International Press Institute (IPI), Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) and hundreds of the indigenes of the town among others for interment.
Penpushing reports that Governor Dapo Abiodun who led Ogun State government functionaries to the burial programme in his speech said that his administration would miss the invaluable contributions of the deceased who defended the policies and programmes of government till the end.
The Governor speaking at the Fidau Prayer held at St. John Community Primary School, Ijebu Itele, recalled the efforts of the deceased to ensure the emergence, stability, and progress of the present administration in the state.
Penpushing further reports that Abiodun described the late spokesperson of the All Progressives Congress (APC) in the state as a resourceful, tenacious, and hardworking man who was one of the three executive committee members that helped stabilize his administration at its inception, noting that he was a good party man.
‘As a party man and aide, Oladunjoye never believed in half measures: he went out of his way to defend the programmes, policies, philosophy, and the image of the Ogun State Government under our leadership. He was an effective and highly accomplished spokesman whose brilliance was never in doubt’, he added.
“He was a voice of courage and easily the best spokesman Ogun APC has ever produced. His contributions to the modest successes this administration has recorded in various sectors cannot be overemphasized as I commiserate with the family and Ogun APC’, Abiodun stated.
“His doggedness, tenacity, and loyalty to the cause he believed in shone through at all times, and there is no doubt that he contributed a lot to making Ogun APC a big brand. He was frank, down-to-earth, forthright, and focused’.
“He was very dear to my heart. Tunde was a prolific writer and a dogged fighter in anything he believed in. As a local government chairman, his legacies are all around for all to see. He was passionate about the plight of the common man.”
Penpushing also reports that Abiodun noted that as a fearless and focused individual, Oladunjoye was a great philanthropist who was concerned about the welfare of journalists and others around him and was selfless in his dealings with others.
The Governor prayed God to grant his soul eternal rest and his family the fortitude to bear the irreplaceable loss, assuring that his administration would support them at this trying time.
Penpushing reports that Chairman All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Yemi Sanusi, recalled the various challenges they faced together and his contributions to the growth of the party in the state, describing the news of the late spokesperson’s death as devastating and tragic.
The International Press Institute (IPI), a body Oladunjoye was a member, in a letter to the family signed by the Nigeria Chapter President, Mojeed Musikilu lamented the sudden death of the journalist.
Penpushing further reports that the letter delivered by duo of Prince Dimeji Kayode-Adedeji and Mrs Funke Fadugba, who are members of the Institute pointed out his (Oladunjoye) unwavering commitment to the principles of press freedom and independent journalism was truly inspiring, and his contributions to our organisation will be deeply missed
‘We are profoundly saddened by the loss of Alhaji Tunde Oladunjoye, a dedicated member of the International Press Institute (IPI) Nigeria. His unwavering commitment to the principles of press freedom and independent journalism was truly inspiring, and his contributions to our organisation will be deeply missed’, the letter reads.
‘Our thoughts and prayers are with you, his friends, and colleagues during this difficult time. We cherish the memories of his passion, expertise, and tireless efforts in promoting a free and independent press in Nigeria’, Musikilu wrote.
‘Alhaji Tunde Oladunjoye’s legacy will continue to inspire us as we strive to uphold the values, he held dear. May he rest in peace, and may his soul find eternal peace and comfort’, the letter emphasised
Penpushing also reports that the daughter of the late Oladunjoye, Robiat, eulogized her father for being upright, peaceful, and hardworking, while instilling in them the spirit of contentment and simplicity.
The daughter added that the deceased was a father to many and a benefactor to countless people, maintaining that he was a gift to humanity, adding that though he is dead, his memory will remain with them.
Penpushing reports that among dignitaries at the service include Chief (Mrs) Bola Obasanjo, wife of former President, Engr (Mrs) Noimot Salako-Oyedele (Ogun State Deputy Governor), Tokunbo Talabi (Secretary to Ogun State Governor) and Professor Titi Obilade.
The others are Kehinde Onasanya(Ogun State Head of Service), Hon Kayode Akinmade(Special Adviser to Governor on Communication), Senator Shuaib Salisu, Prof Yemisi Obilade(former Vice Chancellor Tai Solarin University of Education) and Mrs Toyin Banjo who came from United Kingdom
Penpushing further reports that others include Hon Afolabi Afuape, Dr Toyin Taiwo (Chief of Staff), and Lanre Ogunyinka(Permanent Secretary) as well as Barrister Solomon Bankole who led the Civil Society Coalition
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