The family of Hon. Chief (Yegenha) Henry Ade Akinsuroju (JP) of Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo Local Government Area, Ondo State, has announced the transition to glory of their patriarch, community leader and former legislator.
In a formal notification letter dated 23rd September, 2026, addressed to the Rt. Hon. Speaker, Ondo State House of Assembly through the Clerk of the House, the Akinsuroju family of Ile-Oluji, Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo State Constituency, formally informed the leadership and members of the House of his demise.
According to the letter, signed for and on behalf of the family by Hon. Akinsuroju Akindolani Nelson, Member representing Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo Constituency, Hon. Chief Henry Ade Akinsuroju (JP) passed to the journey beyond at sunset on Tuesday, 22nd September, 2026.
The deceased, a committed lawmaker and devoted public servant, diligently served the people of Ile-Oluji/Okeigbo State Constituency in the 6th Assembly of the Ondo State House of Assembly between 2007 and 2011. He is officially documented in the 2009 Members by Constituency records of the Ondo State House of Assembly as HON. H. A. AKINSUROJU – ILE-OLUJI/OKEIGBO, who served on the platform of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP).
In the letter, the family noted that the House, which he served with honour and distinction, holds a special place in the history of his life and public service, and it was therefore fitting to officially inform the House as his extended legislative family.
Hon. Chief Henry Ade Akinsuroju (JP) was widely respected as a community leader who contributed his quota to the development of Ondo State and to the strengthening of legislative practice in the State. His service to his constituency remains a reference point of dedicated representation.
The family stated that burial arrangements will be communicated to the House and the general public in due course and solicited the prayers and support of the House at this difficult time.
He is survived by family, political associates and a host of well-wishers.
May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.
