Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo Joins Dignitaries to Pay Final Respects to Chief Mrs. Sabainah Ibironke Opawole

The funeral service for the late Chief Mrs. Sabainah Ibironke Opawole, mother of the former First Lady of Ogun State, Yeye Olufunke Daniel, and mother-in-law to Senator Otunba Gbenga Daniel, was held with solemnity and grace in Abeokuta.

The service, which celebrated the long and impactful life of the 93-year-old matriarch, saw a convergence of political leaders, traditional rulers, and family members. Among the notable figures in attendance was Prof. Iyabo Obasanjo, a leading contender for the 2027 Ogun Central senatorial election, who joined the Daniel family to offer her condolences and honor the memory of the departed.

In a gathering marked by reflection and gratitude, attendees remembered Chief Mrs. Opawole for her enduring faith, her role as a cornerstone of her family, and her commitment to the community. The service served as a reminder of the values of resilience and service that have defined the family’s legacy in the region.

The proceedings were conducted with the dignity befitting a woman whose life spanned over nine decades of significant history, leaving behind a legacy that continues to shape the lives of her children and grandchildren.

Signed: Director of New Media

Engr. Fisayo Opeilu – Bravo