Lagos State Commissioner for Youth, Sports and Social Development, Wahid Enitan Oshodi, has paid tribute to the late Chief Molade Okoya-Thomas, who he described as a great mentor, uncle and friend.
Chief Molade Okoya-Thomas.
Oshodi, who also doubles as the President of Nigeria Table Tennis Federation, described the late Chief Okoya-Thomas as a true gentleman, whose commitment to youth and sports development was in a league of its own. Oshodi added that Chief Okoya-Thomas set himself apart with his eagerness and unflinching commitment to give back to the society, thereby creating a benchmark that we can all aspire to emulate.
On a personal level, Oshodi added that he owes a huge debt of gratitude to the late Chief Okoya-Thomas, whose support, encouragement and advice will never be forgotten.
He sends his deepest condolences to the entire Okoya-Thomas family, and prays that Almighty God will console them at this difficult time.