Family announces Abimbola Aboderin’s passage

The families of Aboderin and Dada have announced the passing of Chief Abimbola Aboderin.

A statement, on Wednesday, titled, ‘Glorious Home Call’ said Aboderin died on July 31, 2024.

“With gratitude to God for a life that was lived to the fullest and full of generosity, the families of Aboderin and Dada announce the transition of our beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, in-law, and friend, who passed away unto glory on Wednesday 31st of July 2024,” the statement said.

Chief Abimbola, a businessman, a notable Ibadan politician, and a diehard supporter of June 12,  was a member of Ikoyi Club, Boat Club, Yacht Club and Island Club.

He was the first son of the late Maye Olubadan of Ibadan land, Olola Moyosore Akinloye Aboderin, who was the third Mogaji and head of the Aboderin family.

The deceased was also the first grandson of the late Olota of Otta, Oba T.T. Dada, who died in 1992.

According to the Wednesday statement, Chief Abimbola was survived by  Seun Aboderin, Omilola Oshikoya and Mayode Aboderin.

“Chief Abimbola Aboderin attended Ibadan Grammar School, International School Ibadan, Redrice School, Hampshire UK and University of San Francisco, California. USA.

“He organised the first Reggae sunsplash in Africa. He was the publisher of Guru Magazine. He loved life and lived well,” the statement said.