Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji, has expressed condolences to the member representing Ado-Ekiti Constituency 1 in the State House of Assembly, Hon. Ayodeji Adegbite, over the death of his mother, Chief (Mrs) Stella Adekemi Adegbite, aged 82.

The governor described her death as a significant loss to her immediate family, the people of Ado-Ekiti and Ekiti State at large.

The deceased, who passed away on Monday, was the wife of Chief Johnson George Oladeji Adegbite, the pioneer Registrar of Ondo State University, now Ekiti State University (EKSU), Ado-Ekiti.

In a condolence message issued by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Yinka Oyebode, Governor Oyebanji described the late Madam Adegbite as a woman of strong character whose contributions to her family and community would remain memorable.

He said she would be remembered for her candour, industry, communal service and unwavering support for her family, adding that she served as a moral compass to those around her.

The governor also noted that the deceased was a godly woman who positively influenced many lives and contributed to the upbringing and development of young men and women beyond her biological children.

According to him, her worthy legacies and contributions during her lifetime had secured her a lasting place in the hearts of those she encountered.

Oyebanji prayed for God’s comfort and strength for her husband, son and other members of the bereaved family, acknowledging that only God could ease the pain of such a loss.

He urged the family to draw comfort from the positive impact she made on society and the legacy of a life well lived.

Meanwhile, the governor visited the bereaved family on Tuesday at their residence in the Government Reserved Area (GRA), Ado-Ekiti, to personally offer his condolences.

He was received by the widower, Chief Adegbite, and his son, Hon. Ayodeji Adegbite.