The family of former Oyo and Osun State Commissioner, Barrister Ademola Sadipe, has announced details of his final burial rites.
Barr. Sadipe was a prominent legal practitioner and seasoned administrator who served as Commissioner of Finance and Economic Planning in the old Oyo State between 1989 and 1991. After the creation of Osun State, he played a critical role as Head of the Asset Distribution Committee and went on to become the Pioneer Commissioner for Finance, Economic Planning, Commerce, and Tourism.
Widely respected for his discipline, transparency, and dedication to public service, he left a lasting imprint on governance and development in both states.
The burial announcement was made by the family and shared publicly by his son, Hon. Adekunle Ademola-Sadipe.
Burial Schedule:
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Service of Songs / Night of Tributes
4PM – 7PM
Sir Adetokunbo Ademola Hall, Nigerian Law School, Victoria Island, Lagos
Dress Code: White & Purple
Thursday, February 12, 2026
Service of Songs
5PM
Ademola Sadipe Compound, Itaakun
Ikire, Osun State
Friday, February 13, 2026
Funeral Service – 10AM
Akinwunmi Youth Centre, Yaba, Lagos
Dress Code: Blue
(Private interment follows)
Reception holds simultaneously in both Ikire and Lagos
Sunday, February 15, 2026
Thanksgiving Service – 10AM
Celestial Church of Christ, Christ Castle Parish, Yaba, Lagos.
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