Veteran broadcaster and diplomat Christopher Kolade has been buried on Tuesday at St. Peter’s Church, Faji, Lagos Island, Lagos State.
Family members, clerics, friends and dignitaries gathered for a funeral service in his honour before his interment.
Among those present were former President Olusegun Obasanjo, former Vice President Yemi Osinbajo, Labour Party’s 2023 presidential candidate Peter Obi, Chief Justice of Nigeria Justice Kudirat Kekere-Ekun, Ogun State governor Dapo Abiodun, MTN Nigeria chairman Ernest Ndukwe and Channels Television chairman John Momoh.
In his sermon, Bishop Dapo Asaju described Kolade as “a saint by all standards,” noting that his life reflected faith, integrity and service.
He said, “Dr. Kolade was a role model who lived by faith and moral uprightness. We need more men like him, men whose lives reflect godly values.”
Asaju reminded the congregation of the brevity of life, adding, “When a man dies, he leaves everything behind, his titles, achievements and possessions. What remains is the soul, which will face judgment before God.”
He recalled Kolade’s service to St. Peter’s Church as a choirmaster and organist, describing him as “a pillar of faith, discipline and quiet strength.”
Speaking on national issues, Asaju called for a moral and national rebirth, urging Nigerians to uphold sincerity, good governance and the fear of God.
The service ended with prayers for the repose of Kolade’s soul and comfort for his family.
Dignitaries had on Monday attended a service of songs held in his honour.
Christopher Kolade, a former director-general of the Nigerian Broadcasting Corporation and Nigeria’s former high commissioner to the United Kingdom, died on October 8 at the age of 92.
