Apostle Biodun Sanyaolu Buried Father-in-law in Grand Style

On the 20th and 21st of September, the PRELATE of the Eternal Sacred Order of the Cherubim and Seraphim Worldwide, His Most Eminence Baba Aladura Dr D.L. Bob Manuel, members of the Advisory Board, members from all over Nigeria, UK, US, Canada and other West African countries, and some Political gladiators from PDP, APC, ADC, ADP etc in Ogun state, especially Ogun Central, joined Apostle Biodun Sanyaolu to celebrate the life of his father in law, Elder Joseph Oyeneye. Until his death Elder Oyeneye was a practical Christian and a virtuous man, who lived his entire 85 years serving the Most High God, with total dedication. Personal experience, biography accounts and individuals' testimonies provide proof that His Eminence, Elder Joseph Oyeneye was a man with strong will, sound moral convictions and spiritual icon. Indeed, he lived a life that is worthy of emulation to everyone who truly seek spiritual elevation through the Christian faith.
The Baba  Aladura and the Prelate of the church, Dr David D.L. Bob Manuel on behalf of the Eternal Sacred Order of the Cherubim and Seraphim, thanked God Almighty for the glorious life of the great Patriach and prayed that God should grant the family he left behind with profound peace, love, long life with good health and success in all their endeavors.
The late Elder Oyeneye has gone to be with the Lord. He did not actually died but slept in the Lord. He has run the Christian race, he has finished his course, and has joined the Saints triumphant.
The celebration of life for the late Elder started with a service of songs in UK, in Oko Oba Lagos, and with a general Christian wake keep on Friday 20th September, at his residence, Soyoye last bus stop, Abeokuta. The funeral service was held on Saturday 21st at the same venue, followed by the Outing Service at ESOCS Mount of Miracles (Ona Ara) Olomore, Abeokuta.
At the reception held at DLK event center, political leaders across the major political parties were in attendance, and many friends of ABS were also in attendance. Among the dignitaries are: Amb Dare Bejide, former SSG of Ekiti state and former Nigeria Amb to Canada, Mr Tim Oguntayo former MD Skye bank, Chief  Semiu Sodipo PDP state Sec, Chief Bode Mustapha, Chief Wale Egunleti, Chief Derin Adebiyi, Chief Wole Adeyi, Hon Jibola Ogunsiji, all PDP and Omo Ilu LG chairmen, and many more too numerous to mention.
Late Elder Joseph Olasoju Oyeneye was born on the 8th June, 1934 to the family of Pa Michael Obiwole and Madam Efuntoyinbo Oyeneye at baala's compound, Kemta, Abeokuta.
He joined the Cherubim and Seraphim at Ita Balogun in the year 1955. He was ordained as follows: 
          Fogo                                                                  1956
          Aladura/Snr Leader                                 1957
          Pastor                                                              1958
          Evangelist                                                       1959
          Apostle                                                             1967
          Supervising Apostle.                                  1972
           Snr Apostle                                                   1979
            Sp. Snr Apostle.                                         1989
            Admitted into the board                          2001
            Apostle General                                          2002
            Supervising Ap General                          2010

He is survived by an amiable, dedicated and loyal wife, Snr Mother In Israel Christianah Oyeneye. His children are: SSA S.O Oyeneye & wife, Mrs Bunmi and Rt Rev Ogundeyi, Mrs Deborah & Pastor Sola Akinola, Snr Ap M.O.Oyeneye & wife, Grace & Funso Aina and Maria & Elder Biodun Sanyaolu.
May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace amen. Adieu!

Lamidi Obayomi
Media Assistant to Apostle Biodun Sanyaolu (ABS)