The Abise and Baljoh Ogbanwei families of Opuba Glory, Ese-Odo Local Government Area of Ondo State, in conjunction with the Burial Committee, cordially invite the general public to the final funeral ceremonies of their beloved patriarch, Late Pa Oyeme Gbalejo Abise, aged 87, who passed on December 9, 2025.
Fondly referred to as the Adedibu of Ese-Odo politics, Pa Abise is remembered as a devoted brother, uncle, husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. His passing is described as a profound loss not only to his immediate family but also to the entire community.
The funeral programme is scheduled as follows:
Wednesday, 4th March 2026 – Christian Wake Keeping
Venue: Pa Oyeme Abise Residence, Danjuma, Akure
Music: Master Bekes Abise, Jking Pereama & The Unbeatable Bond of Nigeria
Thursday, 5th March 2026 – Tribute & Community Celebration
Venue: Mercy Link, Opposite Army Barracks, Akure
Music: Master Bekes Abise & Live Band
All-night Community Party
Venue: Pa Oyeme Abise Residence, Powerline, Danjuma, Akure
Body departs Mercy Hospital to the residence.
Time: 12:00pm – 6:00pm; Party continues 3:00pm – 7:00am
✓Friday, 6th March 2026 – Lying-in-State
Venue: Pa Abise’s hometown, Opuba, Ese-Odo LGA
Christian Wake Keeping
Venue: First Baptist Church, Opuba
Time: 6:00pm
✓Saturday, 7th March 2026 – Funeral Service & Interment
8:00am: Funeral Service
10:00am: Interment
1:00pm: Reception
9:00pm: Night Party (Music by Master Posibi Abobra)
Venue: Pa Oyeme Abise’s hometown, Opuba, Alagba Quarter
✓Sunday, 8th March 2026 – Thanksgiving Service
Venue: First Baptist Church, Opuba
Time: 8:00am
The family respectfully invites well-wishers, friends, associates, and community members to join in celebrating the life, legacy, and enduring impact of Pa Oyeme Gbalejo Abise.
For further inquiries and RSVP, please contact:
Barr. Alabo Tony Maclean (08033541440)
Mr. Best Buna (08028568151)
Inspector Omiyentimi Abise (08058706859)
High Chief Esemobogha (07051750455)
Abise Samuel Ebiminiwei (08138421464)
Chief Osakwe E. Elemi (08151774261)
Engr. Jeremiah (08112831235)
Abise Wonikirebi John (07071313159)
The Abise and Baljoh Ogbanwei families sincerely urge all to attend and celebrate the remarkable life of a distinguished elder and community leader whose legacy will continue to inspire generations.
