By Esther Enna
Governor Abdullahi Sule has underscored the contributions of the late Osana of Keana, Emmanuel Onyatikpo Elayo, for preserving the rich cultural heritage and promoting peace and unity in the state.
He stated this during a reception organised by the Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Princess Margaret Elayo to honor the late Osana and other faithful departed in lafia.
It was a moment of mixed feelings as top government officials, led by governor Abdullahi Sule, Royal fathers ,clerics,friends of the Elayo family converged to remember the contributions of the late Osana of Keana, Emmanuel Onyatikpo Elayo, in promoting peace and unity as well as revamping cultural heritage among the younger generation.
The reception organized by the Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, aimed not only to remember the contributions of her late father but also to honor her mother, Henrietta Omorinola Lopez,Madam Adenike Deborah; Doctor John Onyatikpo Elayo; late Hassan Abdullah Sule; the daughter of the Andoma of Doma, Barrister Fatima Ahmadu Aliyu Onawo, and late for their services to God and humanity.
Speaking during the remembrance reception, governor Abdullahi Sule, pointed out that the late Osana of Keana was a great man who worked tirelessly to ensure that the Alago people and other ethnic groups in the state.
Governor Sule Commended Princess Margaret Elayo, for organizing the reception to honor her father and other departed individuals who, in one way or the other, positively impacted the lives of people, praying for their souls to continue resting in peace.
The Emir of Lafia, Justice Sidi Bage Muhammed (retired) who spoke on behalf of the traditional rulers,described the late Osama of Keana,as a man of peace and one who loves everyone irrespective of your ethnic, religion and social status.
The Commissioner for Environment and Natural Resources, Princess Margaret Elayo who organised the event, explained that the family decided to honor their father and some departed souls due to the impact they made while alive, appealed to people to always strive to build at least one legacy they will be remembered.
The Elayo family, friends, and well-wishers took to the floor and danced in memory of their father and other deceased.
Edited by JOEY Anzaku
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