Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has introduced the structure of a committee to organise a befitting burial for the previous First Girl of the state, Lucia Onabanjo.
The committee might be chaired by the Secretary to the State Authorities, Tokunbo Talabi.
Different members embody the Chairman of Ijebu-Ode Native Authorities Space, Dare Alebiosu, and the Commissioner for Finance, Dapo Okubadejo.
Governor Abiodun disclosed this on Thursday throughout a condolence go to to the Onabanjo household in Ijebu-Ode, following the passing of the previous First Girl.
Describing the late Mrs. Onabanjo as an exemplary First Girl, the governor mentioned she used her place to render selfless service to God and humanity. He careworn that the state could be totally concerned in giving the spouse of a former governor of Ogun State, Chief Bisi Onabanjo, a dignified and well-deserved burial.
He mentioned, “Mama lived for 100 years and would have been 101 this yr. She lived a ripe and fulfilled life, forsaking legacies of influence that decision for the celebration of a well-lived, purposeful and significant existence.
“She was married to a famend journalist and an impressive governor in his time, who established landmark establishments such because the Ogun State Tv and the Olabisi Onabanjo College, amongst others.
“Mama Lucia herself was a educated instructor, a supportive spouse who travelled around the nation along with her husband, a loyal homemaker, a doting and loving mom, and an exemplary First Girl.”
Governor Abiodun famous that though the state mourns her departure, there’s a lot to be pleased about, contemplating the impactful life she lived.
“Although we mourn the departure of an awesome girl, a titan, a former First Girl, and an industrious daughter of Ijebu land and Ogun State, we must be grateful that she lived a life worthy of emulation,” he mentioned.
He additionally urged individuals to dwell lives of constructive influence, noting that loss of life is inevitable no matter age.
“Regardless of how lengthy a person lives on earth, loss of life is for certain. It’s only a query of when God will name us dwelling,” the governor added.
Whereas acknowledging that Mrs. Onabanjo lived to a ripe age, Governor Abiodun described her loss of life as an awesome loss not solely to her household but additionally to Ogun State and the nation at massive.
He prayed for the repose of her soul and urged family members to take solace in the truth that she lived and departed honourably.
Talking on behalf of the household, Bukola Onabanjo recounted the occasions resulting in her mom’s last moments and expressed gratitude for the godly upbringing she gave her youngsters.
She additionally appreciated Governor Abiodun, the Ogun State Authorities, and the individuals of the state for his or her help and solidarity with the household.
Late Chief Mrs. Lucia Onabanjo was born on October 26, 1925, and handed away on January 12, 2026.