Madam Lucia Onabanjo, the wife of Ogun State’s first civilian governor, Chief Victor Olabisi Onabanjo, has passed away at the age of 100. Her death was announced on Tuesday in a statement by her daughter, Olubukunola Onabanjo, who is the Chairman of the Ogun State Local Government Service Commission.
According to the statement, Madam Onabanjo died on Monday, January 11. The family expressed gratitude to God for her long and fulfilled life, and for the legacy of love, strength, and faith she leaves behind. The statement read, “We thank God for her long and fulfilled life, and for the enduring legacy of love, strength and faith she leaves behind. May her soul rest in perfect peace.”
Madam Onabanjo was the spouse of the late Chief Olabisi Onabanjo, who served as Ogun State’s first civilian governor from October 1979 to December 1983, during Nigeria’s Second Republic. As the first lady of the state during that period, she played a significant role in supporting her husband’s administration and contributing to the development of the state.
The family has not yet announced funeral plans for the deceased. Madam Onabanjo’s death marks the end of an era, and she will be remembered for her dedication to her family and her contributions to the state. Her legacy will continue to inspire future generations.
With a life spanning over a century, Madam Onabanjo witnessed significant events in Nigeria’s history, including the country’s independence and the transition to civilian rule. Her husband, Chief Olabisi Onabanjo, was a key figure in the country’s political landscape, and his administration is still remembered for its contributions to the development of Ogun State.
The news of Madam Onabanjo’s death has been met with tributes and condolences from across the state, as people remember her for her kindness, generosity, and dedication to her family and community. As the family prepares to lay her to rest, her legacy will continue to be celebrated, and her contributions to the state will not be forgotten.
