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PHOTOS: Popular chieftain, Baba Alado of Mushin is dead
Popular land developer, Chief Taoridi Faronbi, otherwise known as Baba Alado is dead.
Baba Alado died on Saturday, September 26.
He has been laid to rest according to Muslim rites.
The funeral rites had in attendance Senator Ganiyu Olanrewaju Solomon, popularly called GOS; Chairman, Mushin Local Government, Tunbosun Aruwe; Chairman of Odi-Olowo/Ojuwoye Local Council Development Area (LCDA), Dr. Oluseyi Jakande, others.
Until his death, Baba Alado, who is a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, is also the head (Olori Ebi) of Alagbeji Royal family in Papa Ajao, Mushin, Lagos.
He was a major force in Lagos politics, social circles and the transport sector. He was widely respected as a leader within the National Union of Road Transport Workers (NURTW) PoliticalNews Subscription
He was the Akinrogun of Isolo Kingdom and the Babaloja of Aswani Market.
Baba Alado is not just popular but influential. Many musicians including K1 de Ultimate, Osupa, Pasuma and many others sing his praise.
Known by his supporters as a grassroots mobilizer and power broker, Chief Faronbi’s influence stretched across Mushin and beyond for decades.
A statement by the Executive Chairman, Mushin Local Government, Hon. Tunbosun Haruna Aruwe, eulogised Baba Alado’s contributions to the political and community life of Mushin people.
He said: “It is with a deeply saddened heart and a profound sense of loss that I extend my heartfelt condolences to the family of Late Chief Alhaji Taoridi Faronbi (Alado), my father figure, my mentor, my leader and our respected political stalwart, who passed away today, 26th September, 2026.
“His death is not only a great loss to his immediate family, but also a painful loss to me personally. Late Chief Alhaji Taoridi Faronbi was more than a political associate; he was a father figure, a trusted elder and a man whose guidance, wisdom, fatherly counsel and presence meant so much to me.
“His passing has left a great void that words cannot adequately express. I will forever cherish the memories of his fatherly love, advice, encouragement and the invaluable moments we shared. His contributions to the political and community life of our people will also remain part of the legacy he leaves behind.
“At this difficult moment, my thoughts and prayers are with the entire Faronbi family. I pray that Almighty Allah grants the family the strength, courage and Sabr to bear this irreparable loss.
“May Almighty Allah forgive his shortcomings, accept his good deeds, grant him Al-Jannatul Firdaus, illuminate and expand his grave, and make it a place of peace and comfort.
“May Allah comfort his children, grandchildren, relatives, friends, associates and all of us who mourn his passing. May He grant us the strength to preserve and honour the good legacy he has left behind.
“Alhaji Taoridi Faronbi (Alado), you will be deeply missed, but your memories, fatherly counsel and legacy will forever remain in our hearts. May Almighty Allah grant him eternal rest and grant the entire Faronbi family strength and comfort at this difficult time.”
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