Nigerians across all divides have been advised to live a life of selfless service to humanity which is the only legacy that can withstand the test of time.
This and many formed the basis of a funeral held In honor of late business Mogul and billionaire philanthropist Bode Akindele who has been committed to mother earth.
The Agbeni Cathedral packed with close Family, friends, well-wishers, and even business associates who from far and near converged to bid the late humanitarian farewell with strict compliance with Covid-19 Protocol.
In his sermon, Prelate Methodist Church of Nigeria His Eminence Samuel Chukwuemeka Kanu-Uche titled “Christians, people with a living hope”, described the late Akindele as an accomplished and detribalized Nigerian whose contribution to national development remain indelible.
Governor of Oyo State, Seyi Makinde who was also present at the funeral service described the late industrialist as a legend. He emphasized that the late businessman left an endearing legacy and a vacuum that was hard to fill.
Children and relatives also took turns to eulogize the late Bode Akindele.
Bode Akindele, born on the 3rd of June 1933 died on the 29th of June 2020 at the age of 87.
Indeed, his remarkable success story with its international colour reflects the value of hard work and discipline.
