Senator Amosun buries 'godmother' in grandstyle

Senator Ibikunle Amosun, his wife, Dr Mrs Olufunso Amosun and children of the deceased, after the Church service, on Friday, in Abeokuta

Damilola Ajibola

Former Governor of Ogun State, Senator Ibikunle Amosun, on Friday, buried his political ‘godmother’, Chief (Mrs) Taiwo Kosenatu Durojaiye, in Abeokuta, the the State capital in grandstyle.

Amosun while addressing the congregation at the funeral service held in honor of the deceased, at Emmanuel Anglican Church, Keesi, said Mama Durojaiye popularly known as Iya L’Ondo, was instrumental to his political journey as a lawmaker in the National Assembly, and a two term governor of the State.

He described the deceased as a woman of integrity and dedication, and not a ‘transactional’ politician.

Amosun said, “Well she’s is like a mother to all of us, political mother, because when we joined politics she was one of the trusted that I met in 2001.

“One good thing about her she is not a transactional politician. She has stayed in the course with us since 2001 till date that is why we are here.”

Senator Amosun, his wife, Olufunso, Barrister Biyi Otegbeye and Chief Derin Adebiyi

He urged the people to be steadfast in their service to God and humanity.

In his sermon, the Vicar of the Church, Ven. Oluyinka Oke, described death as a bitter pill every mankind must taste.

He said, “Life is temporary, that is why, all mortals must remember the day of their departure from this world.

“Death is certain. People of various ages die on a daily basis. It will come at everybody’s appointed time. 

“Be good to others. Always ask yourself about what people will remember you for after your demise. Is it for your good or bad deeds?”

Other personalities present at the burial service were Dr (Mrs) Olufunso Amosun, Chief Derin Adebiyi; Barrister Biyi Otegbeye; Hon. Muyiwa Oladipo.

Also in attendance were former Minister of State for Transport, 

Mr Ademola Adegoroye, Architect Segun Abiodun; Hon Gbenga Ademosun among others.

Children of the deceased