Super FM 96.3 on Thursday, August 20, 2026, organised an 8th-day Fidau for its late broadcaster, Taofeek Adewole Bello, popularly known as Ajisebioyo, with colleagues and associates paying emotional tributes to a man remembered for his loyalty, professionalism, mentorship and strong personal relationships.

The programme was organised by Super FM 96.3 on behalf of the deceased’s family. No member of the deceased’s family was present at the event.

Among those who paid tribute was Olusegun Anthony Ajayi, popularly known as Alaseye Odua, one of the Yoruba radio presenters at Super FM, who recalled how he personally introduced Ajisebioyo to the station during its early days and described his late colleague as a man whose loyalty remained unwavering until his death.

Alaseye Odua recalled that the initial plan of Super FM was not to broadcast Yoruba-language programmes. However, after he was eventually given the opportunity to host Yoruba programmes, he realised that the responsibility was too demanding to handle alone and sought the support of trusted colleagues.

He said he reached out to Ajisebioyo, Atotun and Osi for assistance, stressing that Ajisebioyo was the first among them to accept the invitation to join him at Super FM.

According to him, the decision marked the beginning of a professional relationship and friendship that endured for many years.

Ajayi recalled that despite receiving invitations from other radio stations as his career progressed, Ajisebioyo consistently rejected them and remained committed to Super FM.

He described the late broadcaster’s loyalty as exceptional, saying it went beyond his professional commitment to the station and extended to the personal relationship they had built over the years.

Alaseye Odua said Ajisebioyo became a dependable friend and confidant whose presence remained constant through different stages of their professional and personal lives.

With emotion, he expressed regret that he could not accomplish everything he had intended to do for Ajisebioyo during his lifetime.

He said their relationship had grown beyond that of ordinary colleagues or friends, noting that Ajisebioyo became deeply connected to his family life.

According to him, the deceased often served as a mediator between him and his wife, while he equally 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 deceased eternal rest and give his family, friends, colleagues and everyone who knew him the strength to bear the loss.

Another tribute came from Barrister Kayode Osiyemi, popularly known as Nigeria Lawa, who recalled the late broadcaster’s influence and contribution to his public identity.

Osiyemi disclosed that it was Ajisebioyo who gave him the accolade “Nigeria Lawa”, even though it happened during a discussion they were having, he acknowledged that the phrase surface from Ajisebioyo and he took advantage of it, subsequently he became widely known by it today

He joined other mourners in celebrating the life and contribution of the late broadcaster, whose distinctive personality and relationships with people extended beyond the confines of the radio station.

The management of Super FM also paid tribute to Ajisebioyo, with a message signed by Ajibola Akinyele, Business Manager, Super FM 96.3, and represented at the event by Mr Arewa Agbolade, Head of Programmes.

The management described the deceased as a colleague, brother and member of the Super FM family whose death created a painful void within the organisation.

It recalled Ajisebioyo’s contribution to the station, his relationship with colleagues and listeners and the unique personality he brought to broadcasting.

The management said his death was a reminder that behind programmes, targets, ratings, revenue and the daily pressures of broadcasting were human relationships that made the station a family.

It prayed that Almighty Allah would forgive his shortcomings, accept his good deeds and grant him Al-Jannah Firdaus, while extending condolences to his family.

The Head of the News Department, Taiwo Babajide, also paid tribute, describing Ajisebioyo as a father figure, mentor, adviser, peace-maker, colleague and friend.

Babajide recalled the deceased’s remarkable ability to secure difficult contacts and information for news assignments, saying he would often respond to difficult requests with his characteristic expression, “Leave it for me,” before using his extensive network and experience to deliver results.

He said Ajisebioyo willingly shared his wealth of journalistic experience with younger colleagues, mentoring them in news gathering, professionalism, media ethics and the handling of assignments.

Babajide also recalled the late broadcaster’s humorous personality and his habit of giving colleagues different Yoruba names, which often brought laughter to the newsroom.

He described Ajisebioyo as a peace-maker who intervened whenever misunderstandings arose among colleagues, adding that he was genuinely committed to the unity and progress of the News Department.

The clerics who ministered at the Fidau included Alhaji Ibrahim Ojuekun; Alhaji Abdul Wahab Oleolo, Eketa Adiini of Ijebu-Ode; Alhaji Imam Kazeem Odukoya; Alhaji Yusuf Giwa; Chief Noibul Imam, Egbe Central Mosque; and Alfa Shamsudeen Abdulhakeem.

The clerics were also commended for their noble gesture following the prayers. Rather than retaining the money raised during the prayer session, all the money realised from the prayers was donated towards supporting the deceased’s family.

The gesture was further complemented by additional personal donations from the Chief Imam and other people present at the event, who contributed their own tokens to support the family at the difficult period.

The NUJ Ogun East Independent Chapel also made a token contribution to the family. The chapel was represented at the event by some members of the union led by its Secretary, Comrade Funmi Suleodu.

The donations, according to those present, added a humanitarian dimension to the Fidau, as the gathering became not only an occasion to pray for the repose of Ajisebioyo’s soul but also an opportunity to offer practical support to his family.

The various tributes presented at the event portrayed Ajisebioyo as a broadcaster whose influence went beyond his professional responsibilities. He was remembered as a loyal colleague, mentor, adviser, peace-maker, friend and dependable associate who built relationships that endured for years.

For Super FM, which organised the Fidau on behalf of the family, the gathering provided an opportunity to honour the memory of a staff member who contributed significantly to the station and whose absence is now deeply felt by colleagues.

Although Ajisebioyo’s voice has gone silent on the airwaves, his colleagues said his memories, professional contributions, humour, counsel and the relationships he nurtured would continue to live on.

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.