The Adepoju Akomolafe Dynasty of Ido-Ekiti, Ekiti State, with a heart of immense gratitude to God and in celebration of an impactful life of enduring legacies, has announced the triumphant transition to glory of its dearly and deeply beloved Patriarch, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, Uncle and Cousin, Omooba Adepoju Akomolafe, JP on January 4th, 2022. He was 104 years.
Akomolafe, a community man, served Ekiti in different capacities. In 1954, he was elected the first chairman of Ido/Osi Local Council. He was a founding member of the Action Group on whose platform he was elected a member of the Federal Parliament in 1959. He was a shadow Minister for the Federal Ministry of Establishment and Deputy Leader of Opposition in the Parliament during the first republic.
Akomolafe, a devout Christian and a genuine lover of God, served in different positions in the Church of Nigeria . He, along with others, worked for the establishment of the Anglican Diocese of Ekiti, serving as its first Registrar. He was Lay President of the Church of Nigeria for 15 years.
To God be the glory for your age, rest in peace Amen.
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