The Oyo state chapter of the All Progressives Congress, APC, has rolled out programme of activities for the burial of the late State Chairman of the party, Barr. Isaac Ajiboye Omodewu.
OyoAffairs had reported that Omodewu passed away on August 19th in the United States of America after a brief illness at the age of 61.
The statement reads in part:
“The late Oyo State APC was a rare gem, peacemaker, committed, down-to-earth, and service-oriented leader.
“He rendered unquantifiable contributions to the growth and development of Oyo State as Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Matters, and later as Commissioner for Lands and Housing in the administration of late former Governor Abiola Ajimobi.
“As State Chairman of Oyo APC, he ensured true reconciliation and peace towards the stability of the progressive party in the State.
“Though his exit is extremely painful, we take solace in the fact that he left behind a united and peaceful APC family.
“In recognition of his impacts, he will be given a befitting burial as scheduled below:
Burial Arrangements
“Lying in State: On Thursday 12th September. At Oke-Ado State Secretariat of Oyo State .
“Christian Wake /Night of Tributes on Thursday 12th September. Time: 3pm
At Victoria Garden Event Centre, Opposite The Polytechnic Ibadan.
“Funeral Service: On Friday, 13th September, 2024. Time: 10:00am. At First Baptist Church, Otu, Itesiwaju LGA.”