By Ruth Omosayin
The remains of former Senator, Joseph Funsho Obasaju has been committed to mother earth at Kabba, Kabba-Bunu Local Government Area of Kogi State.
The former Lawmaker was buried amid tears as sympathizers from all walks of life including top government functionaries gathered to pay their last respect to the Late Political Icon.
Speaking in his homily, a Guest Speaker, Reverend Father James Dukiya noted that all men no matter their positions and background would taste death and give account of their stewardship.
The Reverend Father described Late Senator Obasaju as an educationist per excellence and distinguished politician who was transparent and humble during his life time.
According to him, the deceased used his lifetime for the service of God and humanity and urged the people not to neglect leaders who have served meritoriously.
The Speaker of Kogi State House of Assembly, Prince Matthew Kolawole who led members to the occasion promised to liaise with the state government to immortalize the late Lawmaker.
Prince Kolawole stated that the demise of the Senator has created a vacuum too difficult to fill adding that he would be greatly missed for his humility and philanthropic gestures.
The Honourable member representing Kabba/Bunu/Ijumu at the National Assembly, Hon. Ayo Tajudeen Yusuf described the late Senator as a great icon that believed in selfless service to the people, stressing that humanity had lost a rear gem.
Daughter of the deceased, Dr Josephine Alexander and the President, Kabba Development Union, Engineer Emmanuel Ajibero said the late Senator Obasaju would be remembered for his discipline and uprightness.