Former President of Nigeria, Olusegun Obasanjo, led a procession of dignitaries at the funeral ceremony of Late Pa Titus Odedina, father of former Ogun State Commissioner for Agriculture, Dr. Adeola Odedina, on Friday.
Pa Odedina, who passed away on March 22, 2024, at the age of 92, was a renowned farmer and entrepreneur. His funeral ceremony was attended by prominent personalities, including Ogun State Deputy Governor, Engineer Noimot Salako Oyedele, and the Deji of Akure, His Imperial Majesty Oba Aladetoyinbo Oguntade Aladelusi.
In his remarks, Dr. Odedina expressed gratitude to former President Obasanjo for his presence and support, stating that his parents were beneficiaries of Obasanjo’s generosity. He also praised his late father as a man of peace, a global role model for a peaceful marriage, and a source of inspiration for his family.
Other dignitaries in attendance included the Alake and Paramount ruler of Egba land, Oba Adedotun Aremu Gbadebo; Olowu of Owu (rep); Oba Saka Matemilola (rep); and Deji of Akure, Oba Aladetoyinbo Oguntade Aladelusi. Also present were top government officials, traditional rulers, and representatives from various organizations.
The ceremony was a testament to the late Pa Odedina’s impact on his community and the respect he commanded from prominent individuals in the state.
