Super FM 96.3 on Thursday, August 20, 2026, held an 8th-day Fidau for its late broadcaster, Taofeek Adewole Bello, popularly known as Ajisebioyo, with colleagues and associates celebrating his life, professional contributions and enduring relationships.

The Fidau was organised by Super FM on behalf of the deceased’s family, although no member of the family was present at the event. One of the most emotional tributes came from Olusegun Anthony Ajayi, popularly known as Alaseye Odua, one of the Yoruba radio presenters at Super FM, who recalled how he personally brought Ajisebioyo into the station during its early days.

Alaseye Odua said Super FM’s initial plan did not include Yoruba-language broadcasting. However, after he was given the opportunity to present Yoruba programmes, he realised that the responsibility was too demanding to handle alone and sought the assistance of trusted colleagues. He said he reached out to Ajisebioyo, Atotun and Osi, adding that Ajisebioyo was the first to accept his invitation to join him at Super FM.

According to Ajayi, the decision marked the beginning of a professional relationship that eventually developed into a deep friendship and family bond. He recalled that Ajisebioyo received invitations from other radio stations at different stages of his career but consistently declined them, choosing to remain at Super FM.

Ajayi described this as evidence of the deceased’s exceptional loyalty and commitment, noting that Ajisebioyo remained dependable throughout the years. He said Ajisebioyo was not merely a colleague but also a confidant and someone deeply connected to his personal life. With emotion, Alaseye Odua expressed regret that he could not accomplish everything he had planned to do for Ajisebioyo while he was alive.

He disclosed that the deceased often acted as a mediator between him and his wife, while he also played an important role in Ajisebioyo’s marriage. “He was not just a colleague. He was someone who was deeply connected to my life and family,” Ajayi said. He prayed that Almighty Allah would grant the late broadcaster eternal rest and give his family, colleagues, friends and associates the strength to bear his death.

Also paying tribute was Barrister Kayode Osiyemi, popularly known as Nigeria Lawa, who recalled the deceased’s contribution to his public identity. Osiyemi disclosed that it was Ajisebioyo who gave him the accolade “Nigeria Lawa,” a name that subsequently became associated with him. He joined other colleagues and associates in celebrating the memory of the late broadcaster and his influence on people around him.

Representing the management of Super FM, Mr Arewa Agbolade, Head of Programmes, delivered a tribute signed by Ajibola Akinyele, Business Manager, Super FM 96.3. The management described Ajisebioyo as a colleague, brother and member of the Super FM family whose death had created a painful void within the organisation.

It recalled his contribution to the station, his relationship with colleagues and listeners and the distinctive personality he brought to broadcasting. The management said his death served as a reminder that beyond programmes, ratings, revenue, targets and the pressures of broadcasting were human relationships that made Super FM a family. It extended condolences to the deceased’s family and prayed that Almighty Allah would forgive his shortcomings, accept his good deeds and grant him Al-Jannah Firdaus.

The Head of the News Department, Taiwo Babajide, also paid tribute to Ajisebioyo, describing him as a father figure, mentor, adviser, peace-maker, colleague and friend. Babajide recalled his exceptional ability to secure difficult contacts and information for news assignments, saying Ajisebioyo would often respond to such requests with his characteristic expression, “Leave it for me,” before using his network and experience to get the job done.

He said the late broadcaster willingly shared his professional experience with younger colleagues, particularly in news gathering, journalism ethics, professionalism and assignment handling. Babajide also recalled Ajisebioyo’s humorous personality and his habit of giving colleagues different Yoruba names, a practice that frequently created laughter in the newsroom.

He described him as a peace-maker who intervened whenever disagreements arose among staff and made efforts to restore understanding and unity. The News Department Head said Ajisebioyo’s legacy could not be measured only by the assignments he completed, but also by the knowledge he shared, contacts he helped colleagues secure, problems he helped resolve and the positive atmosphere he created.

Among the Islamic scholars and clerics who ministered during the Fidau were Alhaji Ibrahim Ojuekun; Alhaji Abdul Wahab Oleolo, Eketa Adiini of Ijebu-Ode; Alhaji Imam Kazeem Odukoya; Alhaji Yusuf Giwa; Chief Noibul Imam of Egbe Central Mosque; and Alfa Shamsudeen Abdulhakeem. The clerics were particularly commended for their gesture of support to the deceased’s family. Rather than retaining the money raised during the prayers, all the money realised from the prayer session was donated to support the family of the deceased.

The gesture was further complemented by additional personal donations from the Chief Imam and other people present at the event, who also contributed their tokens towards supporting the family.

The NUJ Ogun East Independent Chapel also made a token contribution to the family. The chapel was represented by members of the union led by its Secretary, Comrade Funmi Suleodu. The gesture transformed the Fidau into more than a ceremony of remembrance, as those present also demonstrated solidarity with the deceased’s family at a difficult period.

The tributes and prayers presented during the gathering portrayed Ajisebioyo as a broadcaster whose influence extended well beyond his official duties. He was remembered as a loyal colleague, mentor, adviser, peace-maker, friend and dependable professional who built lasting relationships with people around him. For Super FM, the Fidau provided an opportunity to honour a colleague whose contributions formed part of the station’s history and whose absence has left an unmistakable void.

Although Ajisebioyo’s voice has gone silent on the airwaves, his colleagues said his memories, professional contributions, humour, counsel and loyalty would continue to resonate among those who knew him. The gathering ended with prayers for the repose of his soul and for strength and comfort for his family. May Almighty Allah forgive Taofeek Adewole Bello’s shortcomings, accept his good deeds and grant him Al-Jannah Firdaus. Amin.