Celebrating Mama

Onigolu

Madam Comfort Aiku Adeyele (néé Odujobi) 1952 - 2019 A jewel of inestimable value! Childhood Mama was born on the 22nd of November 1932 to the family of Pa Onafowokan, popularly known as „Eleku“ of Igan. Her Father was the late Pa Alfred Odujobi Onafowokan, popularly known as „Ejiwoye“. Her Mother was late Madam Eunice Idowu Onafowokan, a daughter from the Families of Pa Aniure from Igan-Aarin and Pa Elejiku from the Akobada ruling house, Ibido, Odosenlu. Mama lost her mother at the tender age of four (4). She was broght up by her grandmother - Mama Sennowo alongside her cousin -Otunba Thomas B. Adebayo. Education Mama has no access to formal education, but her quest for knowledge made her enrol for adult education in the early 70s. She brilliantly completed the courses and could read very well till old age. Mama later became a standing member of the delegation of the Holy Trinity Anglican Church Igan to the diocesan synod. At 87, mama still read her Bible without wearing glasses.  Her Memory was so sharp that most members of the family consult her to verify past issues. Working Life Mama was a committed and sacrificial trader, loved by all and sundry. She would engaged in any honest activity that brings enough profit to cater for her needs. As hard-working as Mama was, she traded in Kundi and Tapa fish at Atan and Owu markets. She traded in household wares, foodstuffs, etc. As a woman of virtue, Mama also engaged in stone sieving in the quarry (Ajo mi dola) to make ends meet. An activity that took her to Imuroko where she stayed with her aunty called Maadan. Mama was also reknowned for her Gari production. Traders and Patrons of Oke Aje market in ijebu-ode, Imushin Market, Mojoda Market in Igan and Fugbada Marke in Ita-Marun all remeber Mama for her honest, reconciliatory and religious nature.

Family Life

Onigoolu got married to late Pa Johnson Bolaji Adeyele in the early fifties (50s). The marriage was blessed with many children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Mama was a rejected stone that became the „Corner Stone“ Mama with her Children and Grandchildren Christian Life Onigoolu was a devoted Christian to the core. Baptized and confirmed. She loves singing and she was a „Praying Mantis“. Mama welcomes and bids every one with prayers. She was a member of Ifelodun Society of Holy Trinity Anglican Church, Igan. She also belong to "Egbe Aya Bishop". Onigolu was a valiant soldier of Christ. The focal point of the family, a caring and loving mother and grand-mother.  May her gentle soul rest in peace. Tributes Below are few lines from the numerous tributes paid to Onigolu‘s memory. Mrs Aderinsola F Balogun (Mama‘s eldest child) “Onigolu, despite the fact that you did not enjoy motherly care, you played the motherly role to every child that comes your way till death.We labored together for my first fruit at Abiye Hospital Makun, Shagamu. The day you were bathing me and I feinted cannot be forgotten. You did not have the priviledge to get formal education but you made sure your children got to the peak of their careers. Even the adopted children and any child that came your way.“   Olubunmi Idowu Bolaji (Mama‘s only son) “….. My sojourn with you in this life taught me some valuable lessons. Your life exemplified biblical teachings. You demonstrated the fruits of the Spirit, Love, Joy, Peace, Patience, Kindness, Goodness, faithfulness, Gentleness and Self- Control…… Dear Lord, If roses grow in heaven, Lord please pick a bunch for me, Place them in my Mother’s arms And tell her they’re from me. Tell her I love her and miss her. And when she turns to smile, Place a kiss upon her cheek And hold her for a while. Because remembering her is easy, I do it every day, But there’s an ache within my heart That will never go away.“

Mrs  Taiyelolu A. Omotayo

(Mama‘s last born) “You lived as a single mother for almost 50 years of your life, you struggled and suffered so much to raise me and my siblings, you worked hard and endure so many hardships to ensure your children reached greater heights. I salute your enduring, perseverance, tolerance, long suffering, peace-making spirit, above all, a praying mother with a bended knee. All your wish and prayers were answered an us and our children. The mere mention of you in public opens companionship & opportunities.“. Mama with Yetunde, one of her Grandchildren Mrs Stella Taiwo Akinyemi (néé Olaitan - Aunty Abeni) “…. the most compassionate and understanding wife of the Adeyeles family is gone. She was the only one who understood my mother, and all my other siblings know this. What else can we say than to thank God for her life…..“ Oluwayemisi Balogun (One of Mama‘s grand-children) “…. Oh Aikulola, the kind of mother in-law I pray for. I can‘t believe you did not eventually wait to see my kids like you‘ve always hoped. Who will call me when needed, to advise and plead with me not to fight mith my dad, remind me to always be there for my siblings because that is all that matters?  …. Who will call me to sing to me on my birthday, or even constantly check up on me and tell me how much you look forward to my next visit? …. Thank you for the unforgettable memories you left with us, they will always be a part of us“ Peculiar Omotayo (Mama‘s youngest grand-child) “ …. if tears could build a stairway and walk down to memory lane. I will walk up to heaven just to see your beautiful face once more. Noamount of farewell could bring you back. I kept on figuring your charming face. I drew and drew your pictures. can a picture talk? Can a picture do what my Grandma use to do for me? Love you till eternity“