*STARTING THE CELEBRATION OF A REMARKABLE LIFE OF STERLING ACHIEVEMENTS
OF HRM Oba (Dr) Olufemi Ogunleye: 23rd September, 1945 – 19th June, 2024
With gratitude to God, the entire Ogunleye Family of Akinale and Delesolu Compund, Ago-Owu, Owu Kingdom Abeokuta hereby announce the passing unto glory of our illustrious son, father and grandfather, His Royal Highness Oba (Dr.) Olufemi Okesooto Iyanda Adewunmi Ogunleye, Towulade -1 of Akinale, Owu Kingdom Abeokuta.
This solemn announcement marks the beginning of the celebration of a life well spent in selfless service to humanity is several sectors.
It also kick-starts a list of activities to highlight the remarkable milestones in his life itinerary starting from the lowly surroundings of Delesolu, Awaye and Oloosii compounds in Owu Abeokuta to the very heights of local and international journalism; public relations practice as well as an impactful approach to royalty and law scholarship.
With a deep sense of joy plus pride in the realisation of what Oba Ogunleye meant or represented to many people and organisations across the world, we promise to consult widely with all concerned, both high and low in lining up a programme of events to mark and celebrate stages and stations in the life of this dignifyingly delightful Owu personage.
A programme of events in this direction will be released as soon as possible.
He is survived by his wife, Olori Olanike Ogunleye, children and grandchildren, among whom is Mr Bamidele Ogunleye of the Ogun State Broadcasting Corporation (OGBC), Abeokuta.
Signed.
Dr Kola Adesina
On behalf of the family
