The Oyo Alaafin Sports Legends is set to bid an icon and football legend, Late Commander Adebowale Fakayode a farewell with commendation and honour service.
According to a release by the group, the event is scheduled for Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at the Durbar Stadium Complex, Oyo, by 4pm.
Fakayode, who lived from September 16, 1961, to September 18, 2026, was a celebrated sports hero, whose mentorship assisted numerous young athletes to achieve their goals .
The event is expected to bring together sports enthusiasts, family members, colleagues, friends, and members of the public to celebrate his life and contributions to sports development in Oyo town and beyond.
The organisers called on the sports family and the general public to endeavor to attend and pay their last respects to the departed soul.
