POLITICAL ASSOCIATES, FAMILY MEMBERS, RELATIVES, FRIENDS, BID FAREWELL TO MOSUNMOLA SOFOLA, AS 8 DAYS FIDAU IS HELD FOR HER REPOSE

 

 

The eight days firdau prayer for the repose of the soul of Late Alhaja Mosunmola Ganiat Sofola, the wife of Kosofe Local Government Chairman, Hon. Afolabi Sofola was held this morning at Anthony village Recreation centre, Anthony as scores of political associates, family members, relatives and friends of the deceased and her husband from far and near stormed the venue of the event to bid her farewell.

 

The firdau prayer started off at exactly 10 o’ clock in the morning with the team of Islamic clerics from Kosofe Local Government Area and Ikenne- Remo in Ogun state offering special prayers for the repose of the deceased.  

 

And at about 10 o’clock in the morning, the venue of the event had already been filled up with invited guests who came from far and near to pay their last respect to the wife of Kosofe Local Government Chairman who died last week Saturday after a brief illness.

 

Among the notable dignitaries that came to bid farewell to Late Alhaja Sofola was the wife of the deputy Governor of Lagos State Mrs. Hamzat, the lawmaker representing Kosofe Constituency 1 Hon. Sanni Okanlawon, the executive Chairman of Agboyi-Ketu LCDA, Mayor Dele Osinowo and the Director of Special Duties of Tkunbo Abiru Campaign Team, Hon. Musiliu Aigoro..

 

Meanwhile, close relatives, friends, colleagues and political associates of the late Alhaja Mosunmola Sofola have paid glowing tributes to her, eulogising and extoling her good virtues when she was alive.

 

In many of the tributes, late Alhaja Sofola is described as a kind-hearted, generous, caring, humble, loving and altruistic personality who dedicated her entire life to the service of humanity.

 

 

These are some of the tributes:

  

 

Indescribable God with his unexplainable deeds. Death has dealt yet another big blow to one of us - MARYLANDER Alhaja Ganeeyat Mosunmola Sunmola- Sofola, the Matriarch of the Sunmola's family. A very important personality to us in Mende and Kosofe Local Government generally. A devoted practicing Muslim, a wife of inestimable value. a philanthropist par excellence, a live-and-let-live person, a very resourceful leader and Chairperson of committee of the wives of Council chairmen; a caring mother who will be SORELY missed by her amazing children. Stern, firm, bold but loving. While reminiscing, I remembered we attended the Ile-kewu Alh. Badejo of blessed memory on Adesoye st. Mende, Maryland together some 44 years ago (1976). I once made a request for her which she gladly granted. That request, I cannot forget in a hurry. Her loss to me is a deep wound in my heart. It pains but as a Muslim, it is total submission to the will of the Almighty Allah. May Allah swt accept her return, forgive her inequities, grant the family and friends the fortitude to bear the irreplaceable loss and grant her repose Aljanat Firdaus. Farahun warayanah wajanati naheem. Goodnight Ganeeyat Mosunmola.

               Hon. Babatunde Okanlawon Sanni

        The lawmaker Representing Kosofe Constituency 1

 

 

Our amiable mother, sister, mentor and chairperson of a great local government. Your sudden exit from our midst is the last thing we ever contemplated. But who are we to question the creator? Your indefatigable leadership quality in our local government and beyond are unrivalled. We desired to have you continually with us but God giveth and taketh. Sleep well ma...until the resurrection of the saint in the Lord's bosom. Adieu!

Hon. Funsho Samagbey, Ward G, kosofe Local Government

 

 

 

                        AN AMAZON IS GONE

Your exit to eternal glory came to us as a rude shock but we cannot query the decree of the Almighty.

Alhaja Mosunmola Ganiat Sofola, you were a rare gem, a binding force, a motivator, a sensitive team player, an exemplary leader, a true sister and a pillar of support to our group LASCCWA.

Your impact in LASCCWA cannot go unappreciated. The beautiful memories we shared will linger forever till we meet to part no more.

We commiserate with your immediate family (Hon. Afolabi Sofola and Your beloved children) and pray that God will be with them and grant them the fortitude to bear this irreparable loss.

May Allah (SWT) forgive your shortcomings and grant you Al-Jannah Firdaus. May your good deeds count for you before your creator and may it pave way for favours towards the young children that you left behind.

You have left a deep vacuum in our hearts. However, we take solace in the fact that you have gone to be with your creator. You were indeed a true believer and your watchword was GOD FIRST. Your subtle, pleasant and motivational relationship with everyone will forever and sorely be missed.

 REST ON DEAR SISTER. YOUR LEGACY LIVES ON!

 Lagos State Council Chairmen's Wives' Association (LASCCWA)

 

 

The news of your death came to me as a shock, I was very devastated when I heard about the news. You were always there for me whenever I needed you because you were a woman with a heart of gold, a woman that played the role of a man.

Also you were very trustworthy, you cared for and helped people whenever they were in need. You were such a kind-hearted woman, a good mentor and an icon to so many people.

I pray Almighty Allah Grant you Al jannah fridaus.

Alhaja Ganiyat Mosunmola Arike Sofola Sun re ooo!

                         Alhaja Adams.

 

 

The death of Alhaja Mosunmola Ganiyat Sofola (MGS), as she was fondly called by her former colleagues at Chevron Texaco where she worked for several years, was a great shock to us all since it happened few days after her birthday which was widely celebrated by us all.

Mosun was very special to many of her colleagues as she had no airs around her. She was an angel on earth. We have definitely lost a gem. She would be immensely missed by us all.

For the Texaco/ Chevron Family we are in great pain to have lost such a beautiful and loving soul but we take solace in the fact that she lived a fulfilled life. Her memories will continue to linger in our hearts.

Our prayer is that Allah (SWT) forgives her inequities, grant the family and loved ones the fortitude to bear her colossal loss and grant Mosunmola a place in Paradise.

Rest in the bosom of Allah your creator my dear sister.

May your good work precede your return.

                         Lateef Adams (LA)

 

 

 

My heart is completely shattered at the news of the death of my bosom friend of about thirty years. Mosun, you bestrode this world with enthusiasm, dedication and love which were the many virtues that drew you to me. Your boundless energy was unique to you and only you; your loyalty and unwavering support to your friends was beyond belief.

Sadly, you are no longer here. However, you remain ever near. Your memories are treasured within my heart. You were ever so precious and dear. You were one in a million, ever wonderful, unforgettable and irreplaceable.

You will always be the precious and unique friend I loved so dearly. While you may be out of sight, you will live forever in my heart and mind. To your family that you left behind, my prayer is that they find the strength to bear this irreparable loss.

Adieu Mosun, my beautiful friend. Rest in the bosom of God.

                                   Shade Coker

 

 

The sudden death of Alhaja Mosunmola Sofola, the first lady of Kosofe Local Government came as a big shock to the CDC/CDA. A woman described as a jewel of an inestimable value to her husband left so soon. May you rest in the bosom of your creator until that glorious day when we shall meet to part no more. Odigba Iya Oninu rere sunre o.

                     Hon. Segun Babatunde

          CDC Chairman Kosofe Local Government

 

 

 

Still find it Hard to believe. A bitter pill for me to Swallow

YA ALLAH! Never let our heart be disturbed by the trials of life.

Open the doors of Your mercy for Mosunmola Sofola.

Ease her way to Jannathul fridaous and accept all her worship while on Earth.

Forgive her sins and grant her favour in all her Shortcomings.

OH ALLAH NEVER forsake the Family she left behind in this world and Grant her Aljannah Fridaous in the hereafter. Aameen

               Mrs. Ibilola Ajiboye Ogunshowobo

         HOD Women Affairs and Poverty Alleviation

 

 

My heart is heavy, my head blank, don't know what to write Mosunmola.

We had plans and your death is definitely not one of them. My sister, friend, confidant, my kids second mum, gist partner, my heart is bleeding, you stood by me when I needed you most, you encouraged me never to give up and rejoiced with me when our testimonies arrived.

Mosun, I thought we were going to grow old together, what about all the talks of what we will do when our children are getting married and when we are aged?

I was shocked at the news of your death, and when I recovered I became very angry with you. We spoke several times on Friday saying we will continue Saturday morning, how can you go like that without telling me, when you always told me that you couldn’t hide anything from me. But going through the event of the last two weeks before your death, I realised you were talking to me but I just wasn't listening. It's now I understand clearly what you told me on your birthday.

Go in peace my darling; go with your heart of gold that cannot bear to listen to the news of any need in anyone's life. You can give the last Kobo in your account to help anyone in need. Go in peace and meet your maker that you loved so dearly.

 Your passion to serve and please God was incomparable, mother of the motherless, helper of widows, reliable and ever constant friend, lover of peace and happiness, you cherished family relationships so much.

"Mrs J, I want people around me to be happy:" that's what you always told me over and over, and you would do and sacrifice anything to ensure this.

Go in peace Mosunmola, now you are free. You touched the lives of people that crossed your path in a way that they can never ever forget you. So you will always be in our hearts. 

Thank God for all the good times we had, we will keep them close to our hearts.

It's going to be lonely without you but God will strengthen us. My Tamilore told me to stop crying, she said you will wake up tomorrow because you promised to buy her floral dress when next you travelled on her last birthday. She did not understand you have gone on a journey of no return. My kids grew up in your house, they spend the early part of their lives at Anthony. Once I dropped them there with their nanny, I was off, knowing Mummy Dammy would take care of them.

Rest in Peace Abiyamo gidi, your boys will make you proud. Your name and legacy they will preserve, cherish and keep like you did for your parents by God's Grace.

Dear Lord please grant Mosunmola rest, forgive all her shortcomings and remember all her good deeds.

Good bye darling, love you much even in death.

                          Omotola Jatto (Mrs J)

 

 

 

She lived a life of worth and value. Mosun had impact on immediate and extended family, in faith based organizations, at work and in philanthropic activities.

Her smile, wisdom, humility and respect for everyone she came in contact with will be greatly missed.

Her exit at this time is painful. But, we are comforted knowing that she is now with her God free from fears and worries.

May God comfort her family and watch over her children.

Till we meet to part no more. RIP.

                           Abimbola A. Olufemi

                    Your legacy Texaco colleagues.

 

 

 

 Our Dearest Mosunmola,

 

It's been so hard thinking of your demise, and harder to think about you or refer to you in the past tense. All The Girls still find it difficult to believe that you are no longer a part of us. For almost 20 years now, we have shared a friendship, a sisterhood, and you have been there for us all through the time.

As the Secretary of The Girls for a good number of years, you brilliantly discharged your duties. You believed so strongly in our union that you invested your time, money, and love into everyone. You were always ready to give; always ready to lend a helping hand. You never held back your love. With succulent palms, sweet voice, wide shoulders, and listening ears, you welcomed every troubled heart.

Mosunmola, your kind is indeed very rare. We are blessed to call you sister and friend. You loved unconditionally, and stood by everyone through thick and thin. Your time with us was very impactful, remarkable, and indeed unforgettable.

Thank you, Mosunmola, for coming our way.

Rest on, dear sister. We will forever cherish all memories of you.

Your sisters,

 

The Girls

Olayinka Adesanya

Evelyn Phillips

Shade Coker

Funke Sole

Jumoke Bakare

Funmi Evboren

Eniola Akirijan

Ayoka Bamgbose

Shalewa Ogunlaja

Yemi Adekoya

Ife Shabi

Bukky Imohi

Olawunmi Sadiku

Abiola Akinsanya

Ronke Akigbogun

Rita Atuonah

Funmi Akinbiyi

Yejide Omotayo

Dr.Vera Osokoya

Laide Azeez

Funmi Bishi

Evelyn Braie

Olabisi Adewumi

Remi Labiran

Toyin Olupitan

Bola Obisanya

Funmi Fadipe

Funmi Adebola

 

 

 

Alhaja Mosunmola Sofola a dear sister, friend and confidant. You were so dear to me and always stood by me. Even at the most critical trying time of my life. You proved beyond words that you were more than a sister. You advised me accordingly and made me believe for everything Allah has been faithful to me. The news of your demise hit me so hard, and still like a mirage that I couldn’t believe you have gone forever. May you find solace in the comfort of Allah & in His infinite mercies overlook your excesses and shortcomings.

I also pray to Allah to grant your beloved & adorable the resilient & fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss. You’re a rear gem.

May Allah grant you Alijanat Fridaous. Amin.

Alhaja Omolola Oyesanya.

 

 

My Dear Sis,

Words can only describe how best you have lived, your encounter with others and your relationship with the Almighty.

But words can never explain our non-verbal talks filled with silent understanding of issues and the bridge you have systematically built linking all of us together.

Hmmnn...it was easy to tell you anything and I used to betray my emotions around you. I, Kehinde and Idowu will never forget those years you and Alhaja never stopped being our mum.

That peace, love and joy you have always clamoured for are now eternally yours.

Love and miss you Sis.

Taiyelolu

 

 

 

Auntie Mosun,

You were a warrior and a good one at that! Akinkanju obirin... you were close to perfection. Your watch-word to me is: “what is worth doing is worth doing well”.  I have beautiful memories of you to last a life time.  You were always willing and available to put things right... your unspoken words, your touch and your big heart paved way for so many.  Your multidimensional role in us your children's (stepping up to be my parent while being a sister) lives will always be part of our success story. Your memory will forever linger on... I love and will miss you. I take solace in the fact that you lived a fulfilled life. Sun re ooo.

Idowu Shosina-Balogun

 

 

Mosunmola Ganiyat Sunmola Sofola, you were a woman of integrity and honesty; very compassionate to everyone you came in contact with.  The Sunmola/ Sofola families have lost a rare gem that will take a while to replace.  I pray Allah to grant you Aljanah fridaus and forgive you all your misdeeds. Mosunmola sun re oo.

 

 Muyiwa Balogun

 

 

 

Aunty Mosun, not in two decades did I think I'll be writing a farewell tribute to you, but who are we to query the Almighty?

If tears could build a stairway and heartaches make a lane, we'd walk our way to heaven and bring you right back.

Aunty Mosun, I'll forever cherish the memories we shared together. I'ld never forget how you used to make yourself available at my memorable event as a child and even an adult.

My wedding ceremony, my wedding Thanksgiving in Ikenne, Ogun state, your hospital visits when I had my babies, their naming ceremonies and their birthdays too... I would miss you sister, I will.

I'll miss your bubbly self, your charming smile, your event planning skills and your attention to details in all you do.

Sun re o, Omo Sunmola. I love you beyond words can Express.

Olushola Odumusi

 

 

SIIIIIMO! MUSLIMAT!  As mum would always call you. You were the life of the party and family as you would always be there for everyone whenever there was an occasion. You stood by us all and it still feels unreal that you are gone. Our consolation is that you lived a good life and served God whole heartedly hence we are assured that you are in a better place.

Rest in paradise