Former Ogun State Governor and Senator representing Ogun East Senatorial District, Otunba Gbenga Daniel, has extended his heartfelt condolences to veteran journalist, Otunba Femi Davies, following the demise of his beloved mother, Deaconess Bolajoko Idowu (née Showemimo).
Mrs Bolajoko sadly passed away on Friday, July 4, 2025, at the age of 78.
In an emotional tribute, Senator Daniel described the late Deaconess as a graceful and virtuous woman whose accommodating presence and moral lifestyle shaped the lives of everyone around her.
Gbenga Daniel stated that Otunba Femi Davies’ mum was the epitome of strength, faith, and dignity, stressing that her legacy left a lasting impression on her immediate family and friends.
He urged the media icon to take solace in the fulfilled life his mother lived and the uplifting legacy she left behind to inspire others.
“Your mother was more than a vessel of life; she was a beacon of strength, faith, and dignity. Her grace illuminated every path she walked, and her character left lasting impressions on all privileged to encounter her.
May you find true consolation in the fact that hers was a life well spent, and that she now rests peacefully, embraced by divine light,” he said.
Apart from Senator Daniel, several other prominent personalities from across various sectors have also sympathized with Otunba Davies, including former Lagos West Senator, Senator Ganiu Olanrewaju Solomon; Fuji music legends, K1 De Ultimate and Pasuma Wonder; Afro-Juju maestro, Sir Shina Peters; and respected engineer and philanthropist, Engr. Toyin Omotosho.
Heartfelt tributes have also come from Alhaji Olanrewaju Mohammed Masika, popularly known as Lamex; Alhaji Lukman Hamzat, the Babalaje of Yewaland; Chief Adewale Adeshina; Otunba Bestman Nze-Jumbo; media colleagues, among several others, who described the deceased as a woman of virtue and rare influence.
On Thursday, July 24, a Service of Songs would be held in Deaconess Bolajoko Idowu’s honour at Christ Baptist Church, located at 46 Akiwowo Street, off Jimoh Akinremi Street, Akowonjo, Dopemu, Lagos, from 5:00 p.m.
The funeral service will hold on Friday, July 25, at the same church, followed by interment at a private cemetery. A grand reception will then go down at the Conference Hotel, Presidential Boulevard, 1 Golf Resort Drive, Oke Mosan, Abeokuta.
Deaconess Bolajoko Idowu would be remembered for her faith in Christ, positively impacting members of her community, and her unwavering dedication to family values.
