We mourn the loss of a wonderful lady who touched our lives and brought joy and laughter to so many. A loving mother, a wonderful grandmother, a caring sister, a lively aunty, a dear friend and an empathetic confidant, who was a church and community leader with boundless love and energy that was truly unmatched.

A beautiful, compassionate, iconic and astute trailblazer in her work career that peaked with her becoming Private Secretary to former Prime Minister, Alhaji Sir Abubakar Tafawa Balewa, KBE. She was also a community and business leader in the post independence period, amongst the Efiks, Who became a source of inspiration to more people than she will ever know. A vibrant and compassionate soul who loved to meet and talk to people from all walks of life. Her family, her culture and her beloved Christ and church community remained her true focus till the very end.

Mma, Aunty or Mma Kasali as she was popularly known, was born on February 12, 1932. Sadly, passed away on 11 September 2015.

 While comforting words are of little consolation in these difficult times, we truly hope that the tremendous outpouring of support we have so far received validates the high regard that everyone had for her. And if the outpouring of sympathy on her loss is any indication of a life well lived, we can proudly and confidently say that hers was indeed a life worthy of emulation.  
 
Although we will all miss the happy and challenging times we shared with you, Mama, we take solace in the knowledge that you have gone to be with the Father and Creator of all things and, we know that his love for us is deep and eternal. 

Ediye eyen-obong, eyen-ubong, Mama sanga sung o!!! 

She had 3 (three) children:

Essien- Ita Offiong (late) 
Mr. Ade Akitoye 
Mrs. Eyamba Dafinone

Grand-children

Christopher Essien-Offiong
Crystal Essien-Offiong 
Enita (Tj) Dafinone
Seroka Dafinone
Solomon Akitoye; and
Damilola Akitoye