The Ayobahan of Benin Kingdom, Chief Osamede Adun(aka Bob-Izua), has debunked the rumour going on that he is dead as work of mischief makers, saying that he is still much alive, hale and hearty with his family.
Chief Adun debunked the allegation in his residence in Benin City, Edo State, in an event put together by his children to mark this year Father’s Day.
He said every year his family celebrate him on Father’s Day. But, the main reason why he called the press is about the rumour going on about his demise.
“But, I thank God today that I am alive to celebrate Father’s Day. Some people also said I have illness that I cannot walk again. It’s a lie and I want to tell the whole world that they should not listen to the rumour of my death. The aim of many people in this world is to destroy, not to repair.
“Now you can see the real Chief Osamede Adun. This is not another Chief Osamede Adun. Every year, my children and family celebrate me on Father’s Day.”
Chief Ayobahan of Benin Kingdom advised fathers to take good care of their children irrespective of the circumstances surrounding their birth.
In his remarks, Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Chairman in Edo State, Comrade Festus Alenkhe and the Chairperson of Nigeria Association of Women Journalists (NAWOJ) in the State, Comrade Adesuwa Ehimuan, commended Chief Osamede Adun for being a good father to his children and in the aspect of giving quality education to his children and family members. The duo also called on parents, especially fathers to give quality education to their children.
“I advise all fathers to bring up their children in the fear of God and give them good education. For those parents who cannot educate their children, they can enroll them for skills acquisition. With basic education they can be self-reliant in life,” Comrade Alenkhe stated.
According to NAWOJ Chairperson, Comrade Ehimuan: “I celebrate all fathers all over the world. This is an opportunity to advise all fathers to make sure they perform their duties and responsibilities as fathers. Despite the economic challenges, they should make sure they do all they can to make provision for their children.
“Fathers should make sure they provide for their children. And give them counsel and guidance in all ramifications of their lives. Today, we are in the residence of The Ayobahan of Benin Kingdom, Chief Osamede Adun, also known as Bob-Izua, as he celebrates Father’s Day.
“Chief Osamede Adun has been a father to a lot of us in Edo State with his philanthropist gesture. I wish him more fruitful years of celebration. We thank God almighty that he is in good health.”
Father’s Day: Bob Izua debunks death rumour
