The family of the late Pa Samson Oludayo Dairo has officially set April 26, 2025, as the date for his final burial ceremony. The solemn event is slated to take place at his country home in Odokalaba, located within the Ijebu North East Local Government Area of Ogun State.
Pa Dairo, revered in the community as a stalwart and a guiding force, is remembered for his lifelong dedication to family values and community service. His passing left an indelible void, but his legacy of compassion, leadership, and discipline continues to inspire many.
In a statement released by the family, it was confirmed that the final rites would be conducted under Christian doctrine.
The ceremony is expected to be a multi-faceted event, beginning with a Service of Songs on Wednesday, 23rd April 2025, at his residence in Oworonsoki by 4 pm, followed by a Wake-Keep service on the evening of Friday 25th April 2025, at his village in Odokalaba, Ijebu Northeast, by 5 pm.
Formal burial proceedings will take place on Saturday, 26th April 2025, at Odokalaba by 10 am, while the Thanksgiving service will take place on Sunday 27th April 2025 at African Church Odokalaba by 10am.
Family members, friends, and dignitaries from across the state are invited to join in commemorating his life.
Local community leaders and elders have expressed their admiration for Pa Dairo, citing his generous spirit and unwavering commitment to social upliftment.
The burial, to be held at the family’s compound, promises to be a dignified farewell marked by heartfelt tributes. The family has emphasized that all necessary arrangements are being meticulously planned to ensure the event proceeds with the utmost respect and order.
As preparations continue, the family has requested that those wishing to pay their respects do so by reaching out through designated channels for further details on the ceremony’s schedule and protocols.
The community at large has rallied in support, with many expressing a desire to join the family in celebrating the remarkable life of Pa Dairo—a man whose contributions will be remembered for generations.
The final burial ceremony is not only a farewell to a cherished family patriarch but also a celebration of a life that profoundly impacted many, echoing the timeless traditions and values of Ogun State.
