Jelili Gbadamosi
The Police Public Relations Officer of the Ogun State Command, DSP Oluseyi B. Babaseyi, has paid tribute to the late Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC) in Ogun State, Corps Commander Oludare Ogunjobi, describing his death as the loss of a towering figure.
Babaseyi, in a heartfelt tribute, described Ogunjobi as a man whose presence, eloquence, composure and sense of style left a lasting impression on those who encountered him.
The police spokesperson recalled his first encounter with the late FRSC commander during a visit by the Commissioner of Police to the FRSC Command in Ogun State, as well as a subsequent courtesy visit by police public relations officers across the state.
According to him, what particularly stood out was Ogunjobi’s towering personality, eloquence, composure and impeccable dressing.
Babaseyi also revealed that he and the late FRSC commander shared the same tailor, who frequently spoke highly of Ogunjobi.
He said the tailor was the first person who came to his mind upon receiving news of the commander’s death, adding that the tailor’s profound heartbreak further reminded him of the impact Ogunjobi had on people around him.
“Beyond the uniform, the rank and the office, the true measure of a person lies in the hearts they touch and the memories they leave behind,” Babasiyi said.
He described his encounters with Ogunjobi as few but unforgettable, noting that the late commander left an enduring impression despite their limited interactions.
Babasiyi expressed condolences to Ogunjobi’s family, colleagues and others affected by his death, saying his passing was a painful reminder of the fleeting nature of life.
“An Iroko has fallen, but the memory of its towering presence will remain with us,” he said.
He prayed for comfort for the deceased’s family and colleagues, adding that although his death was difficult to understand, God knows best.
Babaseyi concluded the tribute by praying for the eternal repose of Ogunjobi’s soul and saying the late commander would be remembered.
“Sun re o, Sir. You will be remembered,” he said.
