The remains of Ayodele Dorcas Fadairo (nee Salotun), the late retired assistant commissioner of police, have been buried. Fadairo, affectionately known as “Aunty Ayo l’alagbon,” was laid to rest at Ikoyi cemetery in Lagos on Friday......See Full Story>>.....See Full Story>>
Her final resting place, strategically chosen near the Alagbon command, symbolizes the lasting bond Aunty Ayo maintained with the force, even in death.
Her funeral service was attended by family members, serving and retired police officers, friends, and members of the Igbara-Oke community.
Aunty Ayo’s legacy was immortalized by the renowned highlife musician Orlando Owoh, who celebrated her as “Aunty Ayo L’alagbon” in one of his iconic songs. Through his music, Orlando honored her dedication and shared his encounters with her and other officers at Alagbon. She was respected not only for her expertise as a police officer but also for her compassion and kindness.
The late police officer was born on April 19, 1956, in Igbara-Oke, Ondo State. She joined the Nigeria Police Force (NPF) in 1975 and retired in 2010, completing 35 years of dedicated service.
She died on September 28, 2024, in Lagos.