The family of Adetoro has held a 7th-day event on Wednesday, 30th September, 2026 in honour of the late Eye Elepo ,Eye Sundayof Ado-Ekiti, Deaconess Christiana Folayan Adetoro, who passed away on September 23, 2026, after a brief illness.
The event brought together family members, friends, sympathisers and well-wishers who gathered to celebrate the life and legacy of the deceased and offer prayers for the repose of her soul.
Speaking during the ceremony, her first daughter, Mrs. Olayemi, described her late mother as a loving and devoted woman who exemplified motherhood in every sense.
She said Mama was accommodating, cheerful, generous and passionate about the wellbeing of others, adding that she was also a fervent prayer warrior whose prayers and presence would be greatly missed by the family
According to her, her mother’s death came as a great shock because she had spent considerable time with her on the day of her passing, engaging in a lengthy conversation before her sudden demise.
She noted that the deceased was widely known in Ado-Ekiti by the popular name “Eye Elepo,” a name that became closely associated with her through her trade and interactions with people across the community.
‘She Always Stood by Me’ — Sister
Also paying tribute, her immediate younger sister, Deaconess Adeyemi Johnson, described the deceased as a dependable sister who remained a source of support and protection throughout her life.
“There is no one again to fight for me and care for me like she did. I will miss her dearly. I pray her soul continues to rest in perfect peace,” she said.
‘She Gave Us Education and Good Morals’ — Otunba Olakanmi
In his tribute, her son, Otunba Folayan Olakanmi, described his late mother as a “gold” and a remarkably hardworking woman who dedicated herself to the upbringing and education of her children.
According to him, she ensured that her children received quality education and were raised with good morals and values.
Otunba Olakanmi also described his mother as the Eyelejeyin of Efon-Alaaye Kingdom, highlighting her connection and standing within the community.
He said the large turnout of sympathisers at the 7th-day ceremony demonstrated the extent to which his mother was loved and respected during her lifetime.
Speaking emotionally, Otunba Olakanmi said he would particularly miss his mother’s prayers and her delicious meals.
“I will miss her prayers because she always prayed for me, and I will miss her delicious food,” he said.
The tributes at the event reflected the different dimensions of the late Deaconess Christiana Folayan Adetoro’s life — as a mother, sister, grandmother, great-grandmother, trader, community member and woman of faith.
She is survived by her children, grandchildren and great-grandchildren, who continue to mourn her passing while celebrating the memories and values she left behind.
The family prayed that God would grant her eternal rest and comfort all those she left behind.
May her gentle soul rest in perfect peace.
By Amb. S. YASIR ABIOLA
For Mature Minds Digital Radio & TV
