We’ve Lost A Gem – Makinde Family

By Seyifunmi Odunuga

IBADAN – Barr. (Chief) Muyiwa Makinde, the Jagun Olubadan, has announced the passing to the great beyond of Mrs. Abigail Makinde, the mother of Oyo State Governor Seyi Makinde in the early hours of Thursday, October 15, 2020.

In his statement, “though Mama gave no indication of any sickness, she slept peacefully in the Lord at the age of 81, in the early hours of the day at her Ibadan home, 7B, Oyeleke Street, Ikolaba, Ibadan.

“While we appreciate the Almighty for sparing her life thus far, we must confess that we will sorely miss her counsel, motherly role and impact on the lives of her children and the grandchildren.”

Makinde state further, “the family will miss her impactful role as a stabilizing force in the family, her community and especially Oyo State, which is currently being governed by her son and our brother, Engineer Seyi Makinde.

“We also appreciate the prayers and condolences of our numerous well-wisher.”