Hon. Lawal Adewale Wasiu, FCA, Chairman of Ado-Odo/Ota LG, mourns with PDP Chairman Abayomi Tella over the passing of his wife, Alice Ebebe Tella, describing her as a symbol of service and compassion
Ado-Odo/Ota Chairman Lawal Wasiu Mourns Alice Tella, Condoles PDP Chair Abayomi Tella
Grief and solemn reflection have enveloped the Ado-Odo/Ota community as Lawal Adewale Wasiu, Executive Chairman of Ado-Odo/Ota Local Government, delivered a deeply moving condolence message to Abayomi Tella over the passing of his beloved wife, Chief (Mrs) Alice Ebebe Tella.
Speaking on behalf of the government and the entire people of Ado-Odo/Ota, Wasiu conveyed not just official sympathy but a profound sense of shared loss that has rippled across the local government and beyond. The death of the former chairperson, who passed after a brief illness, was described as both shocking and deeply painful, marking the end of a life defined by dignity, compassion, and unwavering service to humanity.
“The news came as a rude shock to all of us,” Wasiu said, his words capturing the collective grief of the community. “This is not only a loss to the Tella family but to Ado-Odo/Ota as a whole. We have lost a woman whose life was a shining example of service, humility, and genuine love for the people.”
In his tribute, the council chairman painted a vivid picture of a woman whose time in public office left an indelible mark on grassroots governance and community development. He described the late Mrs. Tella as a leader who carried her responsibilities with grace and wisdom, earning admiration across political and social divides.
“She served this local government with distinction,” he noted. “Her leadership was defined by compassion and a motherly touch that brought people together. She was not just a public servant; she was a unifying force, a calm voice in moments of uncertainty, and a pillar of support to her husband throughout his tenure.”
Wasiu emphasized that her impact extended far beyond her years in office, recalling how she remained a respected figure and a source of inspiration to women and families across the community even after leaving public service.
“Even in private life, she never stopped giving,” he added. “Her kindness, her gentle spirit, and her commitment to peace and unity made her beloved to many. She lived for others, and that is why her absence is so deeply felt.”
The condolence message struck a deeply emotional tone as Wasiu aligned himself and the entire local government with the grieving family, acknowledging the depth of the pain while offering words of comfort and solidarity.
“In this moment of sorrow, we stand shoulder to shoulder with our brother, Hon. Tella, his children, and the entire family,” he said. “This loss is irreparable, but we pray that God grants you the strength and fortitude to carry on, and that He comforts your hearts in ways only He can.”
While mourning her passing, Wasiu also called on the community to celebrate a life that embodied dedication to service, family, and humanity, noting that her legacy would continue to inspire generations.
“We will forever honour her memory,” he concluded. “She lived well, she served faithfully, and she left behind footprints that time cannot erase. Though she is gone, her legacy will continue to speak for her in the lives she touched.”
The passing of Chief (Mrs) Alice Ebebe Tella has left a void not only in her family but across Ado-Odo/Ota, where she is remembered as a woman of grace, strength, and enduring impact, whose life story will remain etched in the heart of the community she served so devotedly.
