Late High Chief Olaniyi Nelson Alade
By Jimmy Enyeh
The sleepy town of Isanlu-Isin, Kwara State literally donned the garment of gaiety. The whiff of celebrations pervaded the air—joyousness cascaded in torrents, and choruses of merriment rang out for kilometres as the remains of High Chief Olaniyi Nelson Alada was laid to rest.
For family members, friends and dignitaries who attended the burial, it was a celebration of life.
The renowned hydrogeologist and philanthropist lived a fulfilled life. He impacted positively on his kinsmen.
High Chief Olaniyi Nelson Alade was the Ologba of Isanlu-Isin, he died at the age of 75 on the12th of August 2022.
The burial ceremony started with a wake keep at his residence. It held on the15th of December, 2022. The interment which was heralded by fanfare took place on Friday, the 16th of December, 2022.
The deceased while alive lived a life that cut a picture of courage and contentment.
Faces at the event
At the Christian wake service on the 15th of December, 2022.left to right. Mr. Olufemi Alade( son)…iya ologba Adenike Alade(wife), Mr Olukayode Alade(son), Dcns. Adebukola Toyin-Olatundun( daughter ) and Mr. Toyin Olatundun( son in law)
