Air Vice Marshal Eko Effiom Osim fss mss dss psc (daga) mni , (1958 - 2021)

Let the memory of AVM E.E Osim be with us forever.

62 years old
Born on June 25, 1958 in Usumutong, Cross River, Nigeria
Passed away on April 18, 2021 in Hyderabad, Telangana, India

A tribute to a Great man, a man of the people, a General of the Nigerian Air Force, the welfare Oga, a loving husband, father, brother and friend to all. We celebrate a life well lived, a legacy made, a mark grafted in the stone of the Earth. we celebrate a man like no other. We celebrate an Angel who has returned to where he belongs.

"One for the Road"

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May 16, 2021

We certainly have lost once more a rare gem! This comet was such a quintessential mentor, an amiable, homely, accomodating and Emotionally Intelligent senior colleague. He will remain ever fresh in our memories. Oga Osim, rest in peace!
AVM EA Wonah

May 15, 2021

My dear uncle, words fail me to speak of the many attributes you possess that are worthy of emulation. Your passing on to glory has left behind a large vacuum that can only be filled by the Almighty.
It hurts that you left too soon but we rejoice because you are in a good place void of pain and discomfort. However, your legacy lives. Rest in God's bossom my dear uncle.

May 15, 2021

To my dad,

I lack words to say but I know you are resting in God. You showed me what it meant to be selfless and sincere. May God comfort us all.

May 15, 2021

It is hard to believe that you are truly gone. Too real to understand… We keep asking; What! How! Why?
It is inevitable, the tears that keep dropping on our chest.
Our husband, our brother and friend.
God’s noble gift to our generation.
You cherished us so much and would always admonish that we should uphold the love, peace and unity among us.
Our pride, our intelligence, our comfort. You left so soon to sleep at the bosom of the Master.
We are glad and proud of you that your journey on earth was not wasteful.
You will forever remain in our hearts!!!
Adieu, aaaaaaaaah Eko sleep well.

OSIM’S WIVES ASSOCIATION (OSWA)

May 14, 2021

AVM as you were fondly called, your sudden demise came as a rude shock to me. If tears could bring back to life,....... I remember your profound generosity that touched the low and the mighty. You were there for all. Your death is so painful but God knows best, above all I know you are resting in the bossom of the Lord. Adieu my brother.

May 14, 2021

The late Air vice marshall was a great and special man. He was also immensely kind and caring. I will personally remember him for his wise words and advice which helped shape me in my formative years.
He is resting in peace and power with the Lord!
My blessings and prayers to the family.
Adegbolade Adebote for the family....

May 13, 2021

The Small, this is the Big, your senior brother. It is unimaginable that you have left me just like that. When I called you before your departure to India, your voice sounded strong and you told me you were just going for treatment and would be back in no time. What went wrong that you could not make it? I am grieved because I was so sick myself that you were gone for close to one month and I never knew it. While on my sick bed I kept hoping that I would recover and also get to see you again. This is indeed, 'A RUDE SHOCK.'

My dear brother, the most kind of all men, you were that strong balm that kept my mother's children together without discrimination. My family and I will miss you greatly. But who am I to question God. You have gone the way of all men. My consolation is that you made your way right with the Lord and that One day, we will meet to part no more.

Adieu my dear brother. Have a smooth sail to glory.

Prof. David Onya Edu

May 12, 2021

Our Hero, our pride, our iroko
Hearing this news the first time was like it's not true but going through everything here i just have to believe it
Daddy i also wish to be like you, you were my most inspire person. In life
Ekpokan hero, our iroko... Farewell daddy we love u

May 11, 2021

We will always miss Him, he was a father to all... We never met too often, but the reception I get each time I had the opportunity was hart warming... I wonder why good people don't last, Uncle Eko's death is not a small loss. May God Grant all the fortitude to bear this loss.

May 9, 2021

Big daddy was a great man. I’m sad he is gone, when I found out I didn’t cry until I was alone in my room and I remembered when he took to me to school for the first time. I’m grateful for him and I would be forever grateful for the life he lived. He will forever be alive in our hearts and his impact would forever be felt in our lives

May 5, 2021

After the initial shock, there is only one word to describe how I feel; pissed.
I am pissed that someone so good couldn’t keep living when so many terrible and wicked people continue to live.
I am pissed that a dearly loved husband to a graceful woman of God, a father of 4 loving children was suddenly taken away, just like that from his beloved family.
I am pissed that an amazing In-law who showed me so much love and respect, who with a unique and warm embrace each time we meet will always say to me Akaodor, it will be well; will suddenly disappear from us.
Eko! You made friends with everybody and would sacrifice your comfort for the joy and peace of others. Straight to the point, you do not discriminate.
You know what? I am consoled by the fact that your good works earned you the bosom of the Lord.
Sleep well my amiable In-law for we shall meet there and never to part again.

May 5, 2021

To the most darling of Uncles... For me, there are almost no words for this; After all, how do you say “Goodbye” to someone – when you haven’t actually come to terms with the fact that they are gone? I still wake up every morning hoping it’s a dream, and it hurts knowing you are gone forever. Indeed, we are a blessed family because you were many beautiful things to us all; you came and you conquered our hearts, ''your presence on this earth, mattered''. Nevertheless, you have left us with a beautiful legacy and it continues to shine brightly!!!
Sleep well Uncle Eko

May 4, 2021

Uncle Eko, every time I remember that you are gone, tears keep flowing down my eyes.
You left our hearts broken,I wish it was just a dream,I wish it was a movie,I wish it was a play,it is indeed a sad reality.
A man of no mean repute,a reagem,a general in your generation,a gentle and kind hearted man per excellent.
Your dead touch me,you left a vacuum in the heart and life of your family and love ones.
We are console by the fact that you came,you saw and you conquered.
Rest in peace the people's general.

May 4, 2021

THE EXIT OF A COLOSSUS

A mighty tree has fallen, a big gully has appeared and an irreplaceable vacuum has been created. AVM Eko Effiom Osim (Mni). A man of stature, a man with a great heart and a man of the people. Behind the military uniform was a man with such a kind, tender and loving heart, always reaching out to identify and help the less privileged. He knew no religion, culture or tribe when it came to his readiness to assist people.
His ambience attracted a lot of people around him, his house was a beehive of activities with abundance to feed on his table. He was a rare specie raised up for his time, a good man, I describe him as an Israelite in whom there was no guile. He has gone to be with his maker in a grand style.
Our prayers are with your dear wife, children and numerous siblings and relatives you have left behind. We pray for the peace of the Lord and the comfort of the Holy Spirit to guard their hearts in Jesus name. Amen
Adieu great General, rest in the bossom of your creator. GOODNIGHT.

Prof (Mrs) Nonso Bisong
and Prof Ebuta Bisong &
children.

May 3, 2021

Uncle Eko, your dead is a shocker to me,for many years i have not sheded tears,but your demise brought tears so freely from my eyes like a flowing stream.
When I remember your love to me,I find it hard to say goodbye to you.
You were a gentle man per excellent,a man with a golden heart ,I stand to be corrected.
You treated me and everyone that came your way with love and respect.
I recall many times at Abuja and here in calabar how we shed good memories together.
You still hard a lot to offer to our generation, you call me and told me you were coming back in a week time ,I tried your number one week later, you told me you were not back and that when you come back you will call me.
3weeks later your phone was switched off some thing touched me,I kept having signals but couldn't accept it because it was just too hard to accept the reality.
I will miss you, your soft voice, your handsome looks and everything about you.
We are consoled by the fact that though you left too soon,but leaved a fulfilled life.
May God almighty console your wife and children as well as family members and loved ones and may God grant your soul eternal rest in his bossom.
Adiu the people's general.

May 3, 2021

If I have the power to bring any body back to life, i would have done anything possible to bring you, Brother Eko back to life. But the power lies with God alone. Him alone knows why He allowed it happen. Indeed He loves you most and for this reason i return all glory to Him, even though it hurts so much. I rejoice in the memories you left us because every passing moment i see you in my mind and all you stood for, every thing you did for all and all of your siblings. you were our hero in every sense. you strongly believed and stood for every thing that promote the Osim's spirit among us all. Thus i have come to realize that even though your gone yet you live on in our heart because you are unforgettable.

May 1, 2021

I can't believe that you are no more, A man with large heart. Always ready to shoulder your problem.
I know heaven gain an angel, we can't query God but you left us too soon.
May Almighty God grant the family fortitude to bear the loss.

April 30, 2021

It is with heart laden with pains and sorrow that I write this tribute. The thought that you have gone on a journey of no return and the thought that I will never get to hear you shout 'CHUKKYYIGA as you fondly yeiied at me whenever we met is even more perplexing and unbelievable. The times we shared together as bachelor's back then in Makurdi in the early 80's crisscrossing Kaduna,Jaji, Jos(NIPPS) will remain ever green in my memory. My second son,PRINCE whom you sheltered during his youth service year in Calabar and still paid him allowances from your personal pocket cannot fight back his tears at the news of your demise. It was Eke Nnamdi( our mutual friend )that broke the news of illness and subsequent death to me. It's hard to believe you are gone.
THE GOOD MAN AVM E.E.OSIM PASSED THIS WAY:
  A fine officer and gentleman.
  A loving husband
  A devoted and caring husband.
  A true and loyal friend.
  A good neighbour.
  A responsible and respectable
    GENERAL.
  His was a life of sacrifice and service.
  He left a life of goodness and
  contentment.
  UNFORGETABLE, that's what you are .
  Good night-AVM E.E OSIM.
  We'll meet to part no more as the
  Lord grants Eko junior and siblings ,
  madam and your numerous friends
  the fortitude to bear this irrepairable
  loss.
        Adieu buddy!!!

April 28, 2021

My very special friend and brother. I will surely miss you. I always looked forward to being in Calabar sharing those memorable times with you. Your Guest House was home to me at no cost. The evening relaxation with you and your friends by the swimming pool was something I looked forward to. Our bonding began in Kaduna where you distinguished yourself in all endeavours. All Management staff of Dornier Aviation who interfaced with you in the course of duty can attest to your professionalism and excellent interpersonal skills. In Sacred Heart Primary School Kaduna we both played our part as parents in the PTA. Adieu my beloved. Rest in perfect peace till we meet again in the bosom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.

April 28, 2021

Oga EKO Osim was excellence personified. I'll miss his mentorship!

April 27, 2021

Our Dear mentor and Capo suddenly left us! You informed us you were going to India for medical treatment and asked us to pray for you. I did send my prayers and like others looked forward to your return. We saw your early recovery posts and expected you back on 20 March 2021 but you didn't arrive! I was undeterred as I trusted God to give you full recovery. Sadly, but with total submission to Good, we received the news of your transition to glory!!!

You are sorely missed sir!!!!

Adieu our mentor and Capo!

April 27, 2021

My brother and friend, we have known ourselves since Maiduguri in the mid 80s and have ever being friends right till when we both Retired to Calabar.
You have bee6such blessing to many not only from your community, but to all that need your help.
We were all happy when we saw your posts that all was well, until this sudden shock.
Please rest in peace in the bosom of our Lord. Adieu our friend and brother.

April 27, 2021

Im short of words and pained by this sad news. I met you once through my friend Razeb and I remember how you took us out when we were in 100lvl. You were a great and admirable man and I pray that God grants you peace. My deepest condolences to the Osim family. RIP

April 27, 2021

A light indeed to everyone who choosed to be bright like him,I will forever miss your mentorship and leadership my Daddy.God keep you till we meet in his bossom.R.i.P the Great One

April 25, 2021

I am lost for words for u,Osim but I know u re resting with the Lord. Adieu my brother

April 25, 2021

My friend, brother and colleague. A fine General and a gentleman. You came, you fought and you conquered. You loved, cared and you shared and always loving. I never knew that our meeting in calabar months back will be the last with you on this mother earth. Iam saddened and in deep sorrow for your sudden departure. No words can actually describe my feelings and emotion over your departure. What a life of service to humanity and your nation you have rendered. You were unique and wonderful in your approach to issues of life. Simple, gentle, considerate and easy at finding solutions. May your soul continue to be at peace and rest in the bossom of the LORD. I pray that the Almighty God will continue to be with the family you left behind. The Almighty God will comfort your wife and children. I comesorate with your colleagues in the Airforce especially the Chief of Air Staff and the Armed Forces in general. My family and I, bid you farewell, good night and good bye as you take your deep sleep in the deep belly of the mother earth. We love you but God loves you most. AIR VICE MARSHALL EKO OSIM Au revoir!!! Gen Femi Adeoye rtd and Family.

April 25, 2021

It is so sad that his life has come to an end, but death is the final stage of life. He was one of the best uncles I have every had and it is so unexpected that it has come to this, but I know that his soul is in heaven. We will all miss him but we all have to continue to grow. Rest and peace uncle, we will always love you!

April 25, 2021

My mentor and benefactor AVM E. E Osim, alive you showed me love, kindness, wisdom and courage. Your last memorable words to me was " you love my tenacity" rest on Sir. I will forever miss you!

April 25, 2021

My heart bleeds with pain on this very day I lost a dear friend who was more like a brother. The last time we spoke on phone you assured me that you were getting better only for me to hear that you couldn't make it.
In your life you touched so many those special memories of the time we spent together will always bring a smile. Your friendship was a blessing and I will miss you so much, you will always be in my heart because in there you are still alive.
Go in peace, Rest in the bosom of the Lord until we meet to part no more.
Good Night the people GENERAL.

April 24, 2021

Our beloved uncle,your heart's is liken to that of a gold,your words are birth out of simplicity, humour,kindness and fairness.
You speak a language of peace and equity.
Indeed your demise have left us broken.
Though your no longer here wit us but,your memories will forever be in our ❤️
Rest in peace uncle

April 24, 2021

Like a soldier that you are, you have fought the good fight to the finish. You have win the race, now is the time to receive your crown of glory. Well done good and faithful servant. Enter into the joy of your master. Rest on!

Fadakris.

April 24, 2021

I lost a true friend. RIP Eko I'll miss you.

April 23, 2021

Getting the news of your passing from my dear friend, Razeb, hit me hard......... You were a father figure to me, a peaceful and fun loving man. I couldn't even break the news of your passing to my dad who was your dear friend. My dad always looked forward to visiting Calabar because of "AVM" as he fondly called you. I know you're resting in God's bossom and looking down lovingly on us all sir. Your memory will be forever cherished.

April 23, 2021

Uncle Eko , My favorite and dearest uncle, I loved him ever since I first saw him, he was a good man, and you were there for me and you checked up on me every second and you told me to work hard to achieve my goals. You always buy me fox cookies which I enjoyed , we will talk for hours and you make me laugh. When he visits us he will greet me in Umono and teach me
Until we meet again, May God hold you in the palm of his hands

April 23, 2021

You Had A Simple Pattern To Life
You Solved Issues Without Sentiments
You Proffered Solutions
You Knitted Gaps Cut Across Boards
You Loved Everyone Fairly
You Lived A Life Of Service To Humanity
And You Thought Me One Basic Thing
KINDNESS
I MISS YOU HERE UNCLE

BUT NOW YOU ARE HEAVEN’s GAIN

April 23, 2021

My beloved brother... A man that stands for the truth.. Most charitable man I ever know.. I am have learnt alot from you.. Your last lesson to me was never to give up on someone..using the clock illustration.. My hero.

April 23, 2021

Can there ever again be such a Great General with a heart of Gold.
A great hero has fallen, A bright Star has dime. There exists a vacuum,
"That can never be filled"
May Almighty God grant the family the fortitude to bear this loss Amen.
May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.
"Rest on Uncle Eko Osim

April 23, 2021

Little did we knew that God is going to call you name.

We loved you dearly in life,
In death, we do the same.

It broke our hearts to lose you,
Your love is still our guide.

Thank you for the beautiful memories & advice you left us.

As God calls us one by one,
I believe we will someday link up again.

R I P Gen.
R I P Man of the people
R I P Daddy.

April 23, 2021

It is with a heavy heart I write this, but knowing you’re resting in the presence of God almighty is an assurance that all is well.

A great and admirable father has been lost but he will never be forgotten. Rest on Sir

April 23, 2021

‘Death is an unending reality.. One that we can never get familiar with.
Sir, but our consolation is the actualization that we are bold to say You were a great man that has left a great legacy behind; a great path for us to follow. We know you’re resting in the bossom of our Father in Heaven. Rest in Peace Sir’

April 22, 2021

Uncle EKO u really touched people lifes with your kindness,u give without looking back. I pray for ur soul to rest in peace.i will really miss u.

April 22, 2021

Still in so much shock and disbelief.
But God knows best.
Rip sir you were such a gentle and cheerful soul, your memory will always be forever in our hearts .
May his soul rest in perfect peace ️

April 22, 2021

AVM Eko Osim lives....
His benevolence
His astuteness
His thoroughness
His excellence & above all,
His graceful disposition towards all will always be with us...
He lives........

April 22, 2021

A great and amazing man

April 22, 2021

Dear AVM, like I always call you. I just wanna say thank you.
May God bless your soul. You was so kind to me. Words can't express how I feel now.
With heavy hearts I say Rest in power .

April 22, 2021

It's with heavy heart ,a very deep and painful sense of loss that I write this tribute.
You lived a selfless,dedicated and impact full life,though short but you lived. My life story will not be complete without your input,my mum and siblings are still trying to come to terms with your demise.
I am consoled by your legacies, Uncle Eko, you lived! Forever missed!

April 22, 2021

Uncle Eko!!!!! My dads best friend and my Second dad! Wow! This still feels very much unreal! I can’t believe that I won’t ask how you’re doing any more , I can’t believe that we will get married and you won’t be there beside my dad to give us out , I can’t believe that I wouldn’t see you both drinking and growing old together, I can’t believe you’re gone and Eko, Razeb ,Seun & Enoch wouldn’t have you here anymore. It’s shocking but I’m grateful to God for the time you spent here on earth and the many lives you impacted . I’m grateful to God that my dad got an amazing friend and brother like you to spend most of his life with . I’m grateful to God that my siblings and I had a second father to depend on ! I’m grateful to you for my Bonus 4 siblings . I wish we had more time with you Uncle. We love you so much and we will miss you!I pray Eternal rest to be granted unto your soul ! Rest In Peace Uncle , till we meet again !❤️

April 22, 2021

Deeply shocked by the news of the passing to glory of the AVM. As a Christian, I know he has gone to a better place where there is no sickness; no afflictions; no pangs whatsoever. But we will miss his physical presence. He was ebullient, bubbly, handsome, jovial and very loyal to friends and family irrespective of age and social status. He will be immensely missed. May his wonderful soul Rest In Peace. May God Almighty accept him to his right side in heaven. I pray also that God will give members of his family, friends and associates the fortitude to bear the huge and irreparable loss of the AVM. He truly was a colossus, albeit a very humble one. Sail on AVM!

April 22, 2021

I was left devastated when I got the news that you are no more,you taught me everything I needed to know in life,you introduced me to great men around the nation, you’ve always encouraged me to do better & stay out of trouble, you are the best of your kind, definitely we know you are in a better place right next to God almighty
Your Legacy lives on
We will forever miss you Daddy❤️

April 22, 2021

Sir and Dad, you were a great and strong Father, I know you are in a safe place right now, close to God. God will protect and guide your Family like He always has... God knows best.

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It is impressive that (three years later) we still readily remember late Oga Osim periodically. It is even more pleasant that the spouse Engr Adebisi FNSE and children keep the memory flame alive. That is an appreciation of his service to the family he raised. It is an effort that should be sustained.

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You lived a selfless,dedicated and impact full life,though short but you lived. My life story will not be complete without your input,my mum and siblings are still trying to come to terms with your demise.
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March 16, 2022

BIOGRAPHY

Air Vice Marshal E.E. Osim DSS, psc(+), mni, Rtd.

Personal Data

Air Vice Marshal EkoEffiom Osim was born on the 25th June, 1958 at Usumutong, Abi Local Government Area of Cross River State to Chief Effiom Osim and Mrs. Lucy Osim. He attended Presbyterian Primary School, Usumutong and Government Primary School, Barracks Road, Calabar amongst other schools as he travelled round with his police officer father. He proceeded to the famous Hope WaddelTraining Institution, Calabar where he earned his senior secondary school certificate.

AVM E.E. Osim enlisted into the Nigerian Air Force as a regular combatant Officer on 7th April, 1978, a member of CMTC 3. After cadet training, he proceeded to Royal Air Force College, Cranwell, United Kingdom where he trained as an Aeronautical Engineer. and was commissioned Plt Offr. WEF 07 October, 1980.

Courses Attended

Following his commission he proceeded to the Union of Soviet Socialist Republic (USSR) for MIG-21MF Type Rating Course and by 01 July, 1982 he was done. He was a graduate of the Junior Division Course at Armed Forces Command and Staff College Jaji. He participated in the course from 01 June, 1990 to 20 December, 1990. He further attended Type Rating Course on ABT 18 Airframe and Power Plant at Aeronautical Industrial Engineering and Project Management School Kaduna from 15 August 1994 to 01 August, 1997. AVM Osim graduated from the Senior Division Course at Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji following the one year course period (01 August, 1996 to 01 August, 1997). He emerged the best Air Force Student and won the Chief of Air Staff prize. As a result, he went on to instruct a course at the prestigious college.

Other courses he attended include;

• Logistics Management Course at Technical Training Group Kaduna (11 November, 2003).

• Training Management Course at 320 Technical Training Group Kaduna from 29 November, 2004.

He was a member of senior executive course 29 of the National Institute for policies and Strategic Studies, NIPSS (mni), Kuru, Jos, Nigeria (February, 2007) and attended the Stakeholders Sensitization Workshop at Crystal Garden Hotel UgwanRimi, Kaduna (03 April, 2008).

AVM EE Osim attended several trainings/seminars amongst which are:

• United State Air Forces in Europe/Nigerian Air Force Long Range Strategic Planning workshop, 2006.

• Computer operator certificate at command & Staff college Jaji, Kaduna, 1997, Nigerian Air force Safety Seminar, 2012.

Postings and Appointments

In the course of his service to this great nation, he held several appointments which include the following:

• Engineering Officer 401 Kaduna (08 October, 1980).

• Engineering Officer STG Makurdi (16 February, 1983).

• OC MIC 21 101 ADG Makurdi (02 August, 1986).

• Engineering Officer BSO Makurdi (14 January, 1986).

• Instructor- AFIT Kaduna (31 January, 1990).

• CO EW 401 FTS Kaduna. (10 February 1993).

• Military Assistant- Air Officer Logistics, (AOL) Headquarters NAF, Lagos. (26 September, 1995).

• Military Assistant- Air Officer Logistics Command, Ikeja Lagos (14, May, 1996).

• ECO 531 ACMD Ikeja (12 September, 1997).

• Directing Staff – Senior Division, Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji, Kaduna (1998-1999).

• Military Assistant - Commandant, Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji, Kaduna (1999-2001).

• Commanding Officer (CO) Logistic Wing 99 AWS Kainji, July, 2001 - January, 2005.

• Commanding Officer, Officers Engineering School at 320 Technical Training Group (TTG) now Air Force Institute, Kaduna (February, 2005).

• Commander 333 Logistics Group, NAF, Kaduna, (2007-2010).

• Director of Air Engineering, Headquarters NAF, Abuja, (January, 2010).

• Senior Air Staff Officer (SASO), Logistics Command, Lagos.

• Senior Air Staff Officer (SASO), Training Command, Kaduna.

• Chief of Aircraft Engineering, Headquarters NAF, Abuja, (November, 2012).

• Commandant, Armed Forces Command and Staff College, Jaji, Kaduna. (December, 2012- January, 2014).

Promotions

His Promotion Progression in the Nigerian Airforce is as follows:

- Pilot Officer, 07 October

- Flying Officer, 07 April, 1982

- Flight Lieutenant 01 September, 1986.

- Squadron leader 10 September, 1991.

- Wing Commander 07 April, 1996.

- Group Captain, 21 December, 2001.

- Air Commodore 29 November, 2007.

- Air Vice Marshal, 02 December, 2010.

Honours and Award

Whilst in service, he was awarded; FSS, MSS and DSS medals and was Chairman of the Association of African Command and Staff Colleges.

Character and Assessment

Osim was a serious minded officer who carried himself with confidence and determination. His intellect, professional competence and persuasiveness inspired confidence in his subordinates. He was full of innovative ideas as apparent in his positive attitude.

He voluntary separated from the service in February, 2014.

Life after Retirement

Following his separation from service, he served as a political appointee in Cross River State as Chairman, Anti Deforestation (2015-2019) as well as Chairman, Alumni Association of the National Institute, Cross River State Chapter. In addition to that he was Director and later Chairman, Hyde Energy Lagos; Vice Chairman, Pan Niger Delta Forum (PANDEF) Cross River State Chapter and BOT member of PANDEF National. A Member of the African Club Calabar and Captain, Calabar Golf Club.

Personal life:

Married to Engr. Mrs Adebisi R. Osim FNSE, PhD (nee Ademefun) and blessed with four children; Eko, Seun, Razeb and Enoch to the glory of God. He was a Christian who believed in the power of love and was always grateful to God. He loved his family and had many friends.He held the following memberships;

• Member, Crocodile club, Kaduna

• Member, Kaduna golf club

• Member, Calabar golf club

• Member, Ikeja golf club

• Member, Jaji golf club

• Friend, Abakiliki golf club

His Hobies are: Playing Golf, Lawn Tennis, Watching Football, Reading and Making Friends.

AVM EE Osim lived a full life. He achieved all that he set his mind to and ticked all the boxes. He is the people’s general, his wife’s love and his children’s daddy.

ALWAYS IN OUR MIND SIR

April 21, 2022

The legacies and the good deeds you left behind remain indelible and will always remain so a reminder to many. Your family have dome well by creating this forum to avail us and many more to remember, pray for and recall your goodness Sir.

Adios.

Sani

FAREWELL OGA EKO

April 26, 2021

Indeed like a Castle built on a sandy beach, gone too soon Oga Eko Effiom Osim! The last I saw you was at Flt Lt Aminu Sabo's Wedding Reception at Abuja where we were happy together at the High Table. Little did I know that was to be our last meeting, I could have stayed to listen more to your ever wise real life experience usual stories.

Yours was an ever lively, happy and inspired life anyone would wish to live. You have a spartan Fulani like energy, a Godly heart full of love, inspiration, kindness, generosity and above all, like late Professor Chukwuma Osakwe as well, you were full of wisdom and knowledge about everything. How I wish you had written some books or contributed to journals such that the knowledge could be retrieved!

Well God knows the best and as it was time, you had to leave as stated at The Holy Books of Quran at Suratul Baqiya (about time) and the Bible Ecclesiastes 3:1 "To every thing there is a season, and a time to every purpose under the heaven." So it is God's doing and we have no say.

Adious AVM EE Osim, may God grant us the fortitude to bear the loss Sir

Sani

A legend

April 21, 2021

I met AVM Osim for the first time in Dec. 2020, after hearing so much about him over the years. He was jovial and accommodating to everyone around him that day. AVM has gone to be with his creator.

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