Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, came alive at the weekend as journalists, dignitaries, and well-wishers from across the South-West gathered for the final burial ceremony of Pa David Ademola Moradeyo, father of TVC News Ondo State Correspondent, Ayodeji Moradeyo.
The event, held at Jisol Hall, Ibadan, turned into a celebration of life and legacy, as tributes poured in for the late patriarch who was described as a man of discipline, integrity, and faith.
Among those in attendance were members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ), Ondo State Council, led by their Chairman, Omo’ba Leke Adegbite, and the Chief Press Secretary to the Ondo State Governor, Prince Ebenezer Adeniyan.
The NUJ delegation commiserated with the Moradeyo family, praying for divine comfort and urging them to uphold the sterling values of their late father.
In his remarks, Ayodeji Moradeyo expressed profound gratitude to colleagues, friends, and family members for their unwavering support and solidarity.
“I express my heartfelt gratitude to members of the NUJ led by Omo’ba Leke Adegbite. They stood by me through it all, and I will forever be grateful,” he said.
The TVC correspondent, fondly known as Ayolomo, described his father as a disciplinarian who valued education and moral upbringing.
“My father was a disciplinarian who gave us sound education and moral training. His legacy will continue to guide us,” he added.
Pa David Ademola Moradeyo passed away on January 15, 2025, at the age of 84. He is survived by children, grandchildren, and a legacy of uprightness and selfless service.
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