Gov Adeleke Honours Late Isiaka Adeleke’s Memory On His 70th Posthumous Birthday
Governor Ademola Adeleke of Osun State has eulogized his late brother, Senator Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke, who was the First Executive Governor of the state, describing him as torchbearer for impactful leadership while noting that his 70th posthumous birthday ‘is a solemn reminder of the life of service that defined him’.
Governor Adeleke in a statement issued in Osogbo and made available to Team@orientactualmags.com by his spokesperson, Mallam Olawale Rasheed described Senator Isiaka Adeleke as a mentor and benefactor, adding that the late politician was a great guide in his life trajectory, influencing his passion for service and positively impacting lives.
The governor noted that the late Adeleke, who was popularly called ‘Serubawon’, ‘is more than a brother to him, but a legend who lived for the people and left a legacy of good governance, hailing him for inspiring a generation of young people to pursue life aspirations and make meaning of their lives.
‘On this day, I honour the life of an exceptional human that blessed our lives more than we can ever imagine, Senator Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke, as he marks 70th birthday posthumously. As the First Executive Governor of Osun State, Senator Isiaka Adeleke laid the foundation of a virile Osun, pioneering efforts that uplift lives and advance the progress of the state.
While he is not here with us any longer, I am immensely grateful for the invaluable sense of dedication he instilled in me and the example of profound impact on the people that he exuded. In him was a man who gave so much to humanity and through which, many lives were changed for the better.
On this 70th posthumous birthday and as with every other day, because he has been the sweetest part of my life, I celebrate him for the wonderful grace that nature used him to serve for humanity. Every second of my life cherishes his memories and today, I wish him peace and unceasing blessings of Almighty Allah in heaven. May his beautiful soul continue to rest in peace’ the governor submitted.
Alhaji Isiaka Adetunji Adeleke, who was the first Executive Governor of Osun state, died on April 23, 2017.
Late Isiaka Adeleke served as governor of Osun state between 1992 and 1993.
He represented Osun West in the senate from 2007 to 2011 and also between 2015 and 2017-Team@orientactualmags.com Do you have any information you wish to share with us? Do you want us to cover your event or programme? Kindly send SMS to 08059100286, 09094171980 or get in touch via orientactualmag@gmail.com. Thank you
