Mourners were overcome with emotion on Tuesday as the daughter of late National Union of Road Transport Workers’ organising secretary, Toba Ajiboye, popularly known as Toba Ijaya, paid a touching tribute to her father during his burial ceremony in Lagos.
The funeral, held at Ereko Street in the Fadeyi area of the state, drew a large crowd of family members, friends, transport union leaders, associates and sympathisers who gathered to honour the late NURTW chieftain.
Many of the attendees were dressed in black, white and traditional mourning attire as they paid their final respects to the respected union figure.
A major highlight of the ceremony was the tribute delivered by the deceased’s daughter, whose speech captured the attention of mourners.
Speaking confidently and with remarkable composure, she reflected on her father’s life, values and contributions, delivering her tribute in fluent British English.
Her eloquence and emotional expression resonated with the audience, leaving many visibly moved as she recounted cherished memories and the impact her father had on those around him.
Several mourners were seen wiping tears from their eyes, while others nodded in agreement and admiration as she spoke about the legacy he left behind.
At the end of the tribute, the gathering erupted in applause, with many guests offering words of comfort and encouragement as she stepped away from the podium.
The emotional moment became one of the defining highlights of the burial, underscoring the deep affection many had for the late transport union leader.
Toba Ijaya was a prominent figure in the National Union of Road Transport Workers and was widely known across Lagos for his influence within the transport sector and his contributions to community development.
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