Tinuade Ladoja, one of the wives of the former Oyo Governor and the Otun Olubadan of Ibadanland, Rashidi Ladoja, is dead.
She passed away on Monday morning at 71 after a brief illness.
Until her demise, Tinuade was an influential member of the Pastor-in-Council of the Celestial Church of Christ, the highest decision-making body of the church.
Confirming the sad incidence in a Facebook post, the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC) Ikeja Parish 1 Cathedral, the parish she attended before her death wrote: “It is He who has made us, and not we ourselves; We are His people and the sheep of His pasture.
“We submit to his will #farewell.”
“With gratitude to God for a purposeful life well spent in His vineyard, but with hearts throbbing with pain at our sudden loss, we announce the transition to higher glory of Mother Celestial Tinuade Ladoja, a prominent and devoted member of the Celestial Church of Christ,” Kayode Ajala, CCC worldwide spokesperson, wrote.
“This sad event occurred earlier today after a brief illness. She was aged 71. We await further announcements by her family. May her wonderful soul rest in perfect peace.”
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In a heartfelt message during the celebration of her 70th birthday in April last year, the former governor described Tinuade as a supportive and loyal ally.
“My feelings towards you are as it was when we met 40 years ago. I am sure it is mutual today as you have added another year,” Ladoja wrote.
“Just like vintage wine, the older the better.”
The cause of Tinuade’s death was unknown as of press time. Media aide to Ladoja, Adeola Oloko, also confirmed her demise.
He said: “Yes, it is confirmed. She is dead. May God repose her soul.”
