Tributes pour in at remembrance prayer for late philanthropist, Adeseun Ogundoyin

By Adejayan Gbenga –

The family of the late Chief Adeseun Ayisa Ogundoyin, a revered philanthropist, educationist, and humanist, on Tuesday held a solemn remembrance prayer session to mark 34 years since his passing in 1991 at the age of 52.

The event, held at the family vault in Adetoro Estate, Sango, Eruwa, brought together his children, including the Speaker of the Oyo State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin, his siblings, as well as religious leaders, friends, and well-wishers who gathered to honor the legacy of a man devoted to humanitarian service.

Rev. Dr. Ayoola Moses Olugbenga, Minister-in-Charge of First Baptist Church, Anko, Eruwa, during the Christian prayer session, referenced Isaiah 64:8 — “You are a vessel in God’s hand” — and described the late Chief Ogundoyin as a vessel who fulfilled God’s purpose through acts of compassion, kindness, and community service.

He urged all present to emulate his example by sowing seeds of love, kindness, and positivity in their daily lives.

The Muslim prayer session was conducted by representatives of Sheiq Abdulsalam Abdul Kareem Olore, Chief Imam of Eruwaland, highlighting Chief Ogundoyin’s broad influence across religious and social divides.

A special prayer session was held inside the family vault, where Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin and his siblings offered heartfelt prayers for the eternal repose of their father’s soul.

The remembrance also featured moving testimonies from clerics and associates, who recalled Chief Ogundoyin’s enduring impact, generosity, dedication to education, and unwavering commitment to uplifting the underprivileged.

In his remarks, Rt. Hon. Adebo Ogundoyin said his father’s legacy still breathes through every good work he did and the lives he touched.