About Dr. Abraham Lincoln Bello
Abraham Amole Oyeyemi Abidemi Bello (born July 15, 1939, Minna, Nigeria) was a devoted educator, a man of deep Christian faith, and a beacon of integrity.
He grew up in a polygamous home, and picked interest in studying the Bible and embracing the Christian faith during his time at Baptist Primary School, Minna. Inspired by the honesty and integrity of U.S. President Abraham Lincoln, he adopted the middle name “Lincoln” and lived by those values throughout his life.
His academic journey spanned Teacher Training College, Igbaja (1959); Advanced Teachers College, Zaria (1967); Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria (B.A. Hons, 1973); and the University of New England, Australia (Ph.D., 1980). He served at Ahmadu Bello University (1973–2008) in the Departments of Basic Studies & Geography, shaping generations of students.
A deacon at Calvary Baptist Church from 1984, he lived out his faith in service. He married Mrs. Ruth Abebi Bello on December 24, 1967; their children are Prof. Oluwabunmi Abake Chirdan, Pharm. Oloyede Akambi Bello (1992), Dr. Olufunke Asake Ijimakin, and Mr. Oyeyemi Ayinla Bello. He is blessed with eight grandchildren.
Dr. Bello passed on August 19, 2025, leaving a legacy of faith, scholarship, and integrity that continues to inspire.
Play His Favorite Hymn
This hymn was on his lips in his final days, a song of faith and hope.
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Funeral Events
Service of Songs
Owolake Baptist Church, Ogbomoso
Thu, October 30, 2025 • 5:00pm – 7:00pm (Africa/Lagos)
Funeral Service & Interment
First Baptist Church Okelerin, Ogbomoso
Fri, October 31, 2025 • 10:00am – 1:00pm (Africa/Lagos)
Reception follows at Viva Continental, Ogbomoso.
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Aso-Ebi
Aso-Ebi for the Funeral Service in Dr. A. L. Bello’s honor. - Type A: 6yards (NGN14,000); Type B: 6 Yards (NGN8,000)
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