A Member of the House of Representatives representing Abeokuta North/Odeda/Obafemi Owode Federal Constituency, Rt.Hon. Olumide Osoba has described late Alhaja Aliratu Adunni Matemilola as a jewel of inestimable values.
Olumide Osoba disclosed this in his condolence message to the Olowu of Owu Kingdom Oba Prof Saka Matemilola who lost his mother on Sunday.
The Reps member also commiserated with the Olowu of Owu, Oba Saka Adelola Matemilola and the entire Matemilola Royal Family of Owu Kingdom.
Alhaja Ayinke Alirat Matemilola died in the early hours of sunday at the age of 81.
He described late Alirat Matemilola as an outstanding matriarch and a celebrated woman, who dedicated her life to service to God and humanity.
He said the late matriarch left enduring legacies in works of charitable deeds and worthy contributions to the growth of the society, praying that God would grant her soul eternal rest.
“Dear Kabiyesi , It is always a painful experience to lose a loved one. The death of a mother makes it even more agonizing, considering the priceless roles mothers play in moulding the lives of individuals and in shaping and safeguarding our societal values.
“Your mother was an outstanding matriarch and celebrated woman who dedicated her life in service to God and humanity. She distinguished herself as an accomplished mother who strive to give her children the best of life.
“Alhaja Alirat Matemilola’s exit would have left a deep void in your hearts and in the hearts of all those she dearly loved because of her exemplary care, sociability and high moral standards. May you all be comforted by the fact that your mother’s legacies and contributions to societal growth will continue to live after her coupled with the fact that she left behind successful children capable of extending her legacies” he said.