Wife of former Ogun governor dies at 100, Abiodun mourns

By Editor

Chief (Mrs.) Lucia Onabowale Onabanjo, the wife of a former Ogun State Governor, Olabisi Onabanjo, has died at the age of 100.

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has expressed deep condolences to the family of Chief Onabanjo over the passing of their matriarch.

In a statement issued on Tuesday by Kayode Akinmade, the Special Adviser on Information and Strategy to Governor Abiodun, the governor described the demise of Mrs Onabanjo as the end of a glorious era, noting that “she lived a highly exemplary, fulfilled and distinguished life devoted to God, family and humanity.”

Abiodun said that although the loss of a mother is always painful, regardless of age, Mama Lucia’s transition at 100 was also worthy of celebration, given her impactful life and enduring legacy.

He explained that Mama Onabanjo stood firmly by her husband, the late Chief Olabisi Onabanjo, through his historic struggles for democracy, human rights and social justice in Nigeria.

Abiodun said, “After a glorious epoch in which she joined her husband, our Papa, Chief Olabisi Onabanjo, in the fight for democracy, the delivery of its dividends on a massive scale, and the advancement of human rights and social justice, Mama has now been reunited with Papa in glory.

“Mama was a treasure and a source of joy to all who knew her. She consistently supported us with her prayers and goodwill, spreading joy, comfort and hope to everyone around her.

“I commiserate with the Onabanjo family, even as I celebrate them for the great gift that Mama was to all of us.

“She stood by her husband through thick and thin and raised children and grandchildren who are today highly distinguished in diverse fields of human endeavour, breaking records and contributing meaningfully to society.

“We bless the Lord for her long and fulfilled life, her legacy of love, strength, deep faith and commitment to development.

“We will miss her warmth, her wise counsel, her passion for progress and her prayers. May the Good Lord grant her eternal rest in His bosom.”

Madam Onabanjo reportedly died on Monday, January 12th.

Photo: Late Mrs Lucia Onabanjo