Alo family of Odo-Agbe in Ido-Ekiti, Ido-Osi council of Ekiti  Sate, has announced the death of their Pa Joseph Omowaye Alo.

Born on February 22, 1940,  he died August 7 after illness.

The deceased, father of Prophet Sam Alo, was aged 83.

Pa Alo was a well respected community leader and popularly known as “Olopa ibile” (local policeman) for maintaining peace and security in Ido community.

He was a Christian and member of St. Benedict’s Catholic Church, Ido-Ekiti where he served as an usher.

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