JOHN OBA

My dear Uncle John, I have so many fond memories of you. You were always my cool, funny, vibrant warm uncle. You would always come around to our home, telling us wonderful stories about your adventurous life, myself, my Dad, Mum, Timi, brothers and sister would all sit around captivated by your stories. You always lit up the rooms you walked into, you were like sunshine =) Moving from London to Nigeria was challenging in some ways, but we were blessed to have such a warm and loving Uncle's presence like yours, to ease and welcome us. It is hard to accept you are no longer physically here with us. But I find comfort in that you are with The Most High, smiling down on us in heavenly peace amen. May you be reuinited with our family, and may your soul be in loving peace. You will live in our hearts, forever through all of us. Untill we meet again Uncle. Much love.

My first close contact with Uncle John was when he gave me a copy of the novel The President's Daughter to read. That was way back 80s. When fate found me home at Lampese, he was handy to help me navigate through the community as all my rural sociology studies failed. One time I was going to shut down my school and God sent him that morning to give me motivation that kept me going. He believed in my ministry even though he wasn't a member because he was always requesting for prayer. I will miss his unannounced visits. Sleep on my mega uncle

Dear uncle John. I remember when you once came on visit to nigeria from England. I guess i was about 14 or 15 years old or there about. You promised buying me a pair of roller skates but for reasons which i unfortunately cannot remember anymore you couldn't bring them along with you. Strangely enough i can still after all these years almost vividly remember the exact words you told me and i quote.." I May have forgotten your present but i haven't forgotten you". After saying that you reached into your pocket and gave me N1000. At that time N1000 was a preety huge amount of money. To say i was dumpfounded will be just to say the list. Now reflecting on ths very kind gesture of yours after so many years i came to realise that the actual gift you gave to me was not the money but the kindness. The gift of kindness. I consider myself privileged to be a part of the life's story of one whose generosity knows no bounds. Uncle, may your gentle soul find absolute rest in the lord's bosom. Amen🙏🙏

It's all like a sad dream. and i can't find the words. denial would have been easier but there comes cold reality, staying longer with the vacuum it brings....... we live forever when we are loved... its so hard to say goodbye to my dear uncle. memories of him will always be his cheerful smiles, jovial self and easygoing ways. our great Mr president and young Chief. Always supportive uncle with a kind heart. he was a friend to all and more like a big brother to my siblings and I. so many words...but they all fail comprehension May our heavenly Father grant his gentle soul mercy and eternal peace. Rest in perfect peace and love with our divine creator , Dear uncle John.❤ It is well with your Soul

Senior Brother John was an epitome of humility. Liberal to a fault. He doesn't discriminate or segregate. He is a Giver. Compassionate. Full of Empathy. His selling Point is His infectious Signature SMILES That CHAIRMAN is gone Is hard to believe. He came He saw He Conquered Sleep well my Big Brother Till we meet on resurrection morning at Jesus' Feet. Good night!

Words still fail me up till this moment. To even think that you are no more is something I still can't fathom. During my childhood days, you would always want Timi and I to eat with you, go out with you, and travel to places. Most people would even think that you were equally my dad because I always saw you as my second dad likewise you took me as your daughter. You were a man of integrity who always stood for the truth fearlessly irrespective of what others may think or feel about your honest opinions. I have a lot to say, even talking about these memories, still gets me tearing up. Uncle John, oh Uncle John, you were the only Uncle who always took out time to call me, asking about my husband and kids, you’d send me prayer notes, and prayer videos, and every morning, I woke up to your prayers sent via WhatsApp, telling me I shouldn't worry, all will be well again, my dad is always watching over us. But now, you’ve gone to join my dad, my only consolation now is that both Dads are watching over us. You’ll forever remain in our hearts, and be missed dearly. Adieu my dear Uncle John and Rest in peace and be with the Angels 🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️

You will greatly be missed Uncle John, Rest in Peace Grand-Uncle

Uncle J. I can say a lot, but I'll keep it as brief as I can. When the future generations ask about you I shall say he was a man with a heart as warm as his ever present smile. A generous man in his kind words and his tangible deeds. A man who strived to be a better version of himself each day. A man of imposing stature but was gentle in demeanour. A proud family man. A man of Izazi. A proud man of Africa. A man of faith. We all belong to God and to Him we shall all return. Lord be my witness that I shall carry the name of your servant John Aderinola Oba of izazi fourth in alacrity to his descendants and beyond. Ameen.

Uncle J. I can say a lot, but I'll keep it as brief as I can. When the future generations ask about you I shall say he was a man with a heart as warm as his ever present smile. A generous man in his kind words and his tangible deeds. A man who strived to be a better version of himself each day. A man of imposing stature but was gentle in demeanour. A proud family man. A man of Izazi. A man of Africa. A man of faith. We all belong to God and to Him we shall all return. Lord be my witness that I have and will carry the name of your servant John Aderinola Oba of izazi fourth in alacrity to his descendants and beyond. Ameen.

Growing up we called you Mr President . Words fail me oooh....You have indeed created a big vacuum..... You will dearly be missed. You have always been a part of my life since I was little. As your daily devotional messages and prayers ...your political updates.....calls.....contact concern about the wellbeing of my family ..I can go on and on ......😭😭😭😭😭😭😭😭. Rest in perfect peace Mr President

Remembering John Aderinola Oba.