If You Are Not Truthful, You Can Never Be a Friend to My Father” — Prince Bayo Apena

Ekohotblog reports that the life and legacy of Alhaji Surakat Adeyemi Apena were celebrated during his burial ceremony, where family, friends, and prominent dignitaries gathered to honor a man known for his commitment to truth, community welfare, and religious devotion.

 

In an exclusive interview with Ekohotblog, Prince Bayo Apena, one of Alhaji Surakat’s sons, reflected on his father’s profound influence.

 

“If you are not truthful, then you can never be a friend to my father,” Prince Bayo stated, emphasizing his father’s strong stance on honesty.

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“No matter how difficult the situation is, my father always stood by the truth and detested lies, especially when he already knew the facts.”

 

Prince Bayo also highlighted his father’s dedication to the community, noting how Alhaji Surakat was always committed to the welfare of his people.

“My father was deeply involved in ensuring that the needs of the community were met.

 

He was a man who never wavered in his dedication to supporting his people, no matter the circumstances.”

 

Alhaji Surakat was further remembered as a devoutly religious man, with Prince Bayo sharing that his father was known for his prayerfulness and never took matters of faith lightly.

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“Religion was central to my father’s life. He was always firm in his beliefs and led by example, showing us all the importance of prayer and religious devotion.”

 

The ceremony also featured heartfelt remarks from Mr. Alebiosu, one of Alhaji Surakat’s sons-in-law, who expressed how deeply the family patriarch’s legacy would be missed.

“Even though he lived a long life, his absence will be felt by all who knew him,” Mr. Alebiosu said.

 

“Alhaji Surakat never treated me like just an in-law; he welcomed me as his son, and this was true for all the spouses of his children.”

 

Mr. Alebiosu emphasized Alhaji Surakat’s love for family, urging his children to carry on their father’s legacy.

 

“Alhaji cherished family above all, and it’s important that his children continue the good work he started so that his legacy will live on.”

 

The event was graced by several prominent dignitaries, who joined the family in paying their respects to Alhaji Surakat.

 

Their presence further underscored the significant impact he had on the community.

 

Alhaji Surakat Adeyemi Apena’s burial ceremony was a solemn occasion that reflected the values he upheld throughout his life—truth, community service, and religious devotion.

 

Though he is no longer with us, his legacy will continue to inspire those who knew him.

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