In the aftermath of the killing of a community leader, Osaze Omorogbe, by armed men for leading security agents to foil their operation in Isawo, Ikorodu few months ago, the Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode has donated N5million to the widow and children of a victim.
Presenting the cheque to the widow and children on behalf of the Governor at a solemn ceremony at the family’s residence in Isawo, Ikorodu, the Special Adviser to the Governor on Community & Communications, Mr. Kehinde Bamigbetan praised the late Omoregbe for his heroic role.
Hon. Bamigbetan who read the condolence message signed by the Governor, said the late Omoregbe paid the supreme sacrifice while responding to the Government’s charge to community development associations to support its effort to rid the state of kidnappers.
“It is with deep grief that I share your sorrow on the unfortunate death of your father, husband and breadwinner, Mr. Osaze Omoregbe,” part of the message read.
“At a time our administration is consolidating partnership with our communities and their courageous and committed leaders, your benefactor stood up to be counted. He supported the forces of light seeking to crush the notorious kidnappers who had turned your neighbourhood into a jungle of death. In that patriotic response to our call to join hands and collectively secure our communities, he paid the supreme price,” Hon. Bamigbetan added.
Receiving the cheque, the widow, Mrs. Omodunni Omoregbe who was short of words, broke into tears.
Eyes of Lagos source explained further that, Speaking on behalf of the LCDA, the chairperson, Mrs. Jumoke Ademehin-Jumbo thanked the Lagos State Government for coming to the rescue of the family.
Bamigbetan, who led a delegation including the Senior Special Assistant on Community Affairs, Alhaji Tajudeen Quadri; the chairperson of Ikorodu West Local Council Development Area, Mrs. Jumoke Ademehin-Jumbo; the chairperson of the Community Development Committee, Alhaja K.A. Damole and their teams, prayed at the graveside of the deceased.
The deceased is survived by his wife, and two children, Adesuwa and Osaze.
Recall that the late Omoregbe, who led the security committee of the Olorunsogo Community Development Association, had alerted the police on hearing heavy bullet shots of kidnappers seeking to capture a victim.
On arrival, the police and soldiers asked him to lead them to the area. They were all ambushed and murdered by the kidnappers.
