Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Thursday eulogized the life and times of the late activist and foremost lawyer, Dr. Tunji Braithwaite, saying he had always been fascinated about his disposition towards the masses and the people of Nigeria.



Governor Ambode, who spoke at the burial service, held in honour of late Braithwaite at Reverend Braithwaite Memorial Anglican Church, Epe, said he was a beneficiary of the kindness of the Braithwaite family, saying the late nationalist fought for good causes and for Nigerians throughout his lifetime.



He said: "I never thought I would ever be a politician but I have always been very excited about the things Dr. Braithwaite used to propagate and it appears that I have a personal connect around the issues that relate to people and to the masses and that is why we decided, on behalf of the good people of Lagos, that we must honour this very good man and to also immortalize him in a way that people can come to understand those who actually stood for true democracy and also fought for the masses but they never had the opportunity to do what it is that I have a chance to replicate.”



The Governor said apart from the fact that Braithwaite was consistent and persistent in the fight to enthrone better society for all Nigerians, he was also a deeply religious man who contributed positively and immensely to the body of Christ.



He also recalled how the late activist started the campaign for positive change and egalitarian society long before the advent of the current administration which is known for its change mantra.



"I just want to encourage the family because we are celebrating and we know that those yet unborn will read about what Dr. Braithwaite actually stood for. He was a foremost lawyer, statesman and an activist. He spent all his life fighting good causes especially for the common man. He fought for what he believed in and he had strong conviction to be the voice of the voiceless and whatever it is that we are advocating as change today has actually been manifested from all the things he had preached about.



"He was consistent and persistent in the fight to enthrone better society for all Nigerians. He was deeply religious and this church is one of his contributions. He has left good footprints on the sand of time for us, including myself to follow and his efforts will never be in vain," the Governor said.



In his sermon, Bishop of Lagos Anglican Diocese, Most Revd. Dr Adebola Ademowo said from the testimonies of people about the late Braithwaite, he sure led an impactful life and queried the congregation about what people would say as well concerning them.



Drawing his lessons from the book of Matthew 25: 14-21, Romans 12: 6 and 1Peter 4:10, Ademowo said Braithwaite never buried his talent but used it to fight against corruption, injustice and a system promoting mediocrity and criminal wealth.



The clergyman said Nigeria is a complex country with myriads of bad users of talents, and advocated that the national rebirth of the country must start with all through inculcation of virtues of selflessness, honesty, integrity, among others.


SIGNED

HABIB ARUNA

CHIEF PRESS SECRETARY

APRIL 28, 2016

http://www.metronaija.com/2016/04/photos-gov-ambode-at-funeral-service.html

And so?

who the man epp?

De man lay down a good legacy sha: The two posters above.......thou

De man lay down a good legacy sha: The two posters above.......thou

weting consign me

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Rest in peace Mr. [/size]

Hmmm Wey hear that before now...who among you reading about is departure did the man help

[size=28pt]ANYTHING OWAMBE OR PARTY YOU WILL SEE AMBODE, IS THAT WHY WE VOTED YOU IN? 2019 IN NEAR BRO[/size]

RIP Mr.Tunji.



But on a more serious note, how many of una know say burial rice dey sweet?

Rip

TANTUMERGO007:
who the man epp?

No be every post them they use that word!!___ Rest on

TANTUMERGO007:
who the man epp?

PLENTY PEOPLE

Ambode my Crush.... He's so handsome... Lolz

tot dat his presence made d dead resurrect.

kilo konmi

Ok

greatness22:
RIP Mr.Tunji.



But on a more serious note, how many of una know say burial rice dey sweet?

Am at the venue rite now,at yard 158. The rice sweet truly.

jaiye jaiye gov. attending parties up nd dwn but won't honour my school convocation invitation. #shior

Ambode... d faaji Governor.. na only party im sabi
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adunmore:
Am at the venue rite now,at yard 158. The rice sweet truly.

Abeg serve small for celophine give me nah.

A great man, d pple of Ajaokuta can neve 4get d impact u had on them....




Rest In Peace Ajaokuta hero.




Pple of Ajaokuta r very greatful nd wil miss u.

Ur work wil alwayz speak 4 u.

TANTUMERGO007:
who the man epp?

The man epp to develop my birth place nd were I graw up.

Ajaokuta is d name of d place
located in Kogi state.



His development is wat made Ajaokuta a liveable place.