It's been three years since we lost you MUMMY ORIJA. And since, you have been in our thoughts and in our hearts. We think of you often and wish eternal rest and peace. Segun and Bose.

Sorely missed and forever in our hearts. Continue to rest in peace Chief Mrs M. O. Orija.

Even when you are gone to be with the Lord and no longer present with us, your loving memory of love, laughter and celebrating other people lingers with us.

Continue to rest on in the bosom of your Lord and maker. ‘Kanmi Orija

Continue to rest in peace Chief Mrs M O Orija. Gone but never forgotten. We remember you on this special day with fondness.

Posthumous birthday to mum Orija , continue to rest in perpetual peace.

Continue to rest in peace Aunty Banke.

To our dearest mum, Grandma, great grandma and Aunty Late Chief Mrs Margaret Olubanke Orija We do miss you and wish you were still here . We know that you are with our Heavenly Father and we say Rest In Peace . The angels and all the host of heaven will the celebrating your birthday . And we pray that the Almighty God will continue to bless all your family and us all to walk in his truth and his will be done in our life’s . To God we honor and praise . You are forever missed.

Posthumous birthday to our loving and caring mum, mummyOrija, may her soul continue to rest in perpetual peace .

Sleep on beloved ! My darling Aunty would have turned 80 years yesterday 22nd of June. I miss you very much. You will forever live in my heart ❤️ . Didundidun ni iranti olododo! God bless your gentle soul and grant you Eternal Rest. Amen. Sing Hallelujah! Amen. Happy 80th.
Love U Sis for ever! Adunola.

Aunty Mîii you would have clocked 80 years today,but it pleased God to call you to your heavenly home two years ago!Only God can fill the vacuum your sudden exit created. May perpetual light shine on your kind and generous soul.
Always remembered with filial love by
Arinola Yetunde Oguntoyinbo.

You are not with us anymore but you will never be forgotten for the profound and lasting impact you had on the lives you touched including mine. We thank God for your life. We celebrate your life today.
Rest on in peace.

You are sorely missed. I cannot find any replacement for you auntie. Rest easy

In Loving Memory of a dearest Auntie.

Aunty Banke, since you passed away, life just hasn't been the same, as there is hardly a day pass by that l will not remember you. You were such a blessing, so thoughtful and so true. I feel eternally grateful to have known someone like you.

I remember our regular telephone conversations, advice and prayers you always render to me, also your precious smile and laughter.

I miss you a lot Auntie, l pray that God Almighty shall continue to grant you eternal rest in Jesus Mighty Name, Amen.

To God be the glory. My darling Banke would have turned 80 today. No matter what happens to us on this earth, Almighty God knows before we know about it.
To me, Banke celebrated her 80th Birthday before she died. She catered for everyone for a whole week using Uber Bike to distribute food to every of her friends in Lagos. I thank God for her life. May her gentle soul continue to rest in perfect peace. May God continue to comfort her children and grandchildren. Rest in peace Banke darling till we meet to part no more.

Post humor celebration,
You will forever be missed.
Eternal rest is yours.
From Mr and Mrs Remi Adewale

Aunty's Banke,happy POSTHUMOUS belated birthday.You were Sorely Missed.The Legacy you left behind Speaks Volume.
Continue to Rest in Peace .

Missing you for your understanding and generosity you displayed to humanity whilst you lived. I continuously pray to Almighty to comfort and expand your grave and equally forgive you all your sins. Continue to rest in the bosom of the Lord. Adieu Mummy.

We are both June Babies! You on the 22nd and I on the 26th. Every year we both look forward to celebrating each other on our big day. Alas this year our Father in Heaven decided to call you Home on the 8th of February; and left me wondering why? Why ? & WHY? . I forgot that He said that in everything we should thank Him. I therefore ask for your forgiveness for questioning your decision to take your beloved daughter Home when you did.
My darling Sis I believe you had a fun filled day with the Angels and that you are smiling down on us all! I therefore wish you Happy Birthday on what would have been your 79th. I miss you but be sure to live in my heart ♥️ forever. I pray that the lord will continue to bless you and grant you Peace. Amen .

Dear mummy, may your soul continue to rest in perfect peace Amen. Happy posthumous birthday

My darling Aunty mii,you live on in my heart.Only last night I was thinking how we used to celebrate your birthdays with Thanksgiving and sharing of food and drinks with the less priviledged and your neighbours.I thank God for the positive impact you had on so many lives.Surely as you have joined the saints triumphants,the angels and saints are rejoicing on your posthumous 79th birthday as you join them in singing an endless Alleluia. May perpetual light shine on your beautiful soul.

On what is your 79th birthday, my family and I know you are sorely missed by all. I remember all the previous birthdays we were privileged to have attended. They were celebrated in your usual style. Today we celebrate your life. We thank you for enhancing our lives and pray that you continue to rest in peace. Happy posthumous birthday with the angels.

Dear Aunty it’s is a shock to hear of your passing. Covid and the disruptions it caused I know created the gulf. Aunty you loved and lived for your children. Our conversations around property and how you wanted your affairs tidied up always revolves round the children and grandchildren. In the end I know your maker has said well done though good and faithful daughter enter into your rest. It’s really heavy for me to write this but aunty you deserve even a full orchestra celebrating you.
Rest in the bossom of your maker

To our dearest mum, Aunty , the dearest friend and loving sister to our Mum Mrs Elean Olajumoke Oluwo and an amazing Aunty to me.

Word cannot express how we all feel about your passing on to be with the Lord.
You were a woman of substance , very kind and very generous. You always give and never wait to get anything back . You loved us as one of your own always calling when you came to London.
You will be greatly missed
My mum Elean who calls you “my star” meaning my sister will miss you dearly . The impact of your death on her is overwhelming . May your soul Rest In Peace .
And I pray that the Almighty God be with your children and grandchildren and all your family.
E su re Auntie
With love and prayers and all our cherished memories.

Sleep in peace
From Mrs Stella Balogun
On behalf of Mrs Elean Olajumoke Oluwo & family .

Aunty Banke,
February 8th 2021 will remain memorable in our hearts .The news of your demise filtered through.
It was a huge shock, and still remains a shock as I write.
However we take solace in the fact the Lord giveth and taketh and it is our believe you have been taken to a better place.
Your good deeds will never be forgotten, you were a genuinely good person, a problem solver, a blessing to me and my entire family.
Thank you Aunty Banke, thanks a million for everything.
Rest in peace Aunty Banke Orija. Rest in peace "angel"

Having known you for several years since my primary school days, over 50 years ago, as a very close friend of my mum, Jumoke Oluwo-Turner; it’s been awesome knowing you ‘ Mystar’ as you fondly call each other, meaning My sister. You have been a tremendous blessing, a great support, you were very hospitable, convivial, dynamic and very kind- hearted. You will be truly missed but we know you have gone to be with your Maker, to a place of rest and rejoicing. We pray that your legacy will continue to be greater as Your children and grandchildren continue to blossom and flourish. May they continue to blaze the trail you started. Rest in the bosom of our Eternal King and Sovereign Lord. See you on the resurrection morning and the marriage supper of the Lamb. Sleep well Auntie.

Grandma Orija was kindhearted, vibrant and godfearing. It's so sad that she passed away. I pray she finds eternal rest on the bosom of her creator.

Thank you very much ma for everything. You'll forever be in our hearts.

RIP

My dearest Auntie, Chief Mrs Banke Orija was a loving, caring and God fearing person. The news of her death was like a dream to me, because on the day of her demise - 08/02/21, she sent me a WhatsApp message at 14.38pm and she replied me back exactly 14.43pm exactly 5 minutes after. For me to hear that she departed this world on that same day was a shock which l can't comprehend up till now, I pray that God Almighty shall grant her eternal rest, and let perpetual light shine upon her. Also, may the good Lord grant the children and her loved ones fortitude to bear the irreparable loss IJMN.

I remember you fondly for your stories, laughter, smile and most importantly your guidance when sort. You are a remarkable woman of substance, no level was too low, you fit in all circles, Only a few people are capable, you are a legend, Rest in peace Mummy O. We will miss you greatly

It has been extremely difficult for me to write these few words. How do I say goodbye to someone so close to me like you? We have shared many fond memories. We have laughed, cried, chatted, and danced together. Your generous heart to everyone was amazing. You gave me good advice even as recently as a few days before your sudden demise. My friend, my sister as I wipe away my tears ADIEU. Am sure your legacy will continue with your wonderful children and they will continue to make you proud. Rest in perfect peace. AMEN

Dear Aunty Banke,
It is so sad to say goodbye but we are grateful for the life you lived, Thank you for everything you did for me and my family.
I pray your Soul rest in perfect peace and God will continue to keep you Children and the family you left behind in Jesus name.

Charles Ogunmuyiwa

My mother has two favourite Aunts; one of which is you. To help us differentiate the Aunt she is referring to in a conversation or visit, we call you using the Yoruba do re mi syllable emphasis, to us our Aunti (re mi) has joined the league of saints, with her charming smile leaving us memories to cherish.

I remember eating mushrooms for this first time at your London home while on holiday, I am grateful that I didn't say no because today mushrooms in different types is part of what my business retails!.

Mother will miss you, you and your home have been her pals since I could remember and seeing you in her wedding photos tells me that good relationships is as old as history itself.


Sun re O....

Chief (Mrs) Olubanke Orija where do I start as its still a shock you have gone. To say you were a remarkable person is an understatement as you were more than that. You were a tower of strength, frank, loving, caring but above all a true matriach. One not to be forgotten. Many experienced your love, care and compassion and I was fortunate to have been one of those who did. I am grateful that I came to know.  You have left a void that will impossible to fill. May your soul rest in perfect peace. Sleep well Mama Funke.

Our Dear Banke,
Your departure will definitely take sometime to assimilate and accept, but God knows best. You were so loving, selfless, extremely generous and a caring mother to all.
May your precious soul rest in the Bossom of our Lord Jesus Christ

Dear Aunty

Our families have been friends for generations and I have known you all my life. I remember your entrepreneurial spirit and how generous you always were to me. I loved bumping into you on the streets of London and the treats you gave us as teenage school girls.

It was our turn to take care of you and I was asking of you and looking forward to seeing you or speaking to you this summer.

This is all so shocking to everyone but one thing I am certain of is that God knows everything and as your life has been a blessing to many your memory will continue to bless us too.

All your children will excel and flourish as a testimony to your legacy and hard work in Jesus name. Amen.

Sleep well Aunty.

Molara Omoloja and family

My darling Sis, this is hard for me to do!
You sent me a WhatsApp message at 14.33 pm on the 8th of February! By 9 pm you had left this sinful world to take your place amongst the Saints Triumphant!!!
I am glad I met you in my prime when we both worked for United Bank for Africa in 1969. Ever since then you have been a truly dependable sister to me . You were at my wedding in February 1971 . I thank you for all your advice that imparted positively on my marriage. You were my sister from another mother! It was always a joy to be with you. We joked often and when you are taken in by my jokes you would exclaim Adunnson!!! You were fun to be with. O dear I miss you already and you will forever live in my heart. My loss is Heaven’s gain.
May God bless your generous soul and grant you Eternal Rest. Amen
I am fully persuaded that “when the roll is called up yonder “ we will meet again to part no more. Adieu my darling Sis. We love you but God loves you more. Glory be to His Holy Name.

A great woman of substance "Precious in the sight of God is the death of his saint" Psalm 116:15. Ecclesiastes says "To everything there is a season and a time to every purpose under heaven. A time to be born and a time to die".
The sun has set at dawn, the golden ring is lost. You put smiles on many faces,your memories remains evergreen and linger on forever. You had an open mind towards all with a nature of love. Your generosity was unparalleled and your humility was outstanding. You were the strength of the family, but death has come to take you home. Goodbye Mummy Daps till we meet at the footstool of the Lord to part no more. Sun re ooo....

Grandma, the news of your death is so saddening . I remember my childhood visit to your store at yaba. How u always make sure you give me gifts. The last gifts you gave me is still with me. I will miss u and your smiles ❤️❤️❤️ It’s so sad covid did not allow you come to my wedding. I will forever miss u grandma ❤️❤️❤️

AUNTY BANKE your passing came to me as a shock. A woman full of wisdom.
Aunty Banke was the warmest ,most accommodating and kindest person l know. I will miss her beautiful and welcoming smile. Her heart was pure and authentic. She was a God fearing woman who was humble; hardworking; diligent and extremely family oriented.

She would take me to her bedroom,and ask me to pick whatever l want from her large shoe collection. Auntie Banke wouldn't care about the cost of the shoe, once you liked it, it was yours. That was Auntie Banke for you.

I do not want to say goodbye Auntie ,l wish you eternal peace in Jesus Mighty Name ❤

I have never thought,I would be writing a tribute to a super mama so soon. The Sunday before you passed on I was going through my wedding album and was justing admiring your beautiful smile,my children took the album away and I requested to see it again and was looking at you full of smile and happy for me. I was so shocked when my mum called to inform me about you passing on. Hmmm super mama you were such a wonderful friend to my mum and my childhood memories are incomplete without having you in the picture. How will I ever forget the nickname you gave me and how you always reminded me how i got the nickname (Afeshi). Thank you ma for been a wonderful friend to my mum. Thank you for been a support machine to her when she needed a shoulder to lean on during those times that mattered most. Yes i was so young then but i remembered them all like it was yesterday because I held the memories close to heart. Wow! Your race is finally finished ma,goodbye super mama has you return home to your creator and i join my voice with the angels in heaven to sing Hossanna in the highest. May your soul find the rest you deserve.
Mrs Oluwabusola Ogunmuyiwa Oziwo (Afeshi)

Tribute to my late friend Chief Mrs Banke Orija. By Mrs Olaide Ogunmuyiwa.

Bankus Bankus as I fondly called you. Oh I miss u dear friend,a friend like a sister. Banke you left without saying goodbye. I could remember sending you a text message that very day you departed this sinful world not knowing the unexpected had happened. I can never forget how u touched my life. You were really a friend like a sister,We spent so much quality time together and I cherished every bit of it. The love you have for my family shall never be forgotten and was never taken for granted. I can only say God loves u more than us. May u rest in d bossom of our God till we meet at d feet of our Lord and saviour. Sleep on friend.
From: Mrs Olaide Ogunmuyiwa.

I honestly can't believe I am writing a tribute for my childhood friend of 67yrs, Chief Mrs Maragaret Olubanke Orija (Nee Awonugba). It was a thunderous shock to me when I heard the news of your demise. We spoke a day before and you sent me a whatsapp message on that fateful day. Oh! death where is thy sting? How are the Mighty fallen!!!Didun didun ni iku Olododo. Treasured moments brighten our days bringing pictures from the past. Our minds turn to some occasions that we always wanted to last. We think on these times and years gone by with affection that touches our hearts and I want to thank God for the roles we played in each others lives. I remember in 2009 when my husband passed, you were about to travel to London you brought me some dark colour attires for me to wear during the mourning period. You were forever a cheerful giver and very appreciative of any little thing you were given ( Just reminds me of Papa Dapo.) Your generousity was endless. You were a mentor to many families and friends both young and old. You played so many encouraging and advisory roles in peoples' lives. You were a Mother In Israel to many. Your Christian beliefs earned you some Dignitary titles in the Church and in Abeokuta (your husbands hometown. Banke enjoyed life to the fullest. To the children and grandchildren, the bibles says - "mourning
may endure for a night but joy cometh in the morning" May God comfort and strengthen all. Her legacy will live forever. My darling friend and sister, sleep well. "A o pade lese odo, nibiti a ko ni ya ara wa, a o ri ara wa, a a yo mo ara wa Jesu ni o o se Alaga wa. Sun n re o Olubanke (omo Awonugba) Ore mi timotimo.

My superwoman, my WhatsApp partner! It took me 2days to come to reality that my Angle has gone home to rest. I will miss your lovely smile and your advice. You were beautiful inside out. You were the (Ejika ti ko je ki aso ko ye) she was a joyful giver, who am I to question the Almighty ( kabi o - osi) good night mummy Yaba, my mummy Shade like you normally call her still can't understand why you had to go soooooo soon! Keep resting till we meet to part no more. You came, You saw, and You conquered.

I am short of words. Honest! I first met you in Surulere. You were truely warm. My experience with you that first day is similar to what others have said about you. You were so consistent. We met again in Bexleyheath, SE London several months later. We talked and talked about life, business ideas etc. I was devastated to learn of your passage. I can only wish I got to meet you much earlier in life. Yetunde, my wife feels equally saddened. Mummy, e sun re o!!

Big mummy, it came as a big shock to me when I received the news of your passing, because we where still together a day before gisting and laughing not knowing it will be our last together. You where a beacon of hope and you will be forever missed, funny how we just started getting really close and now you are no more, sleep well mummy, heaven is for angels like you. Till we meet again.

A Great woman with a large heart.
The news came as a shock to me, that you had passed away, still trying to come to terms with fact that you are no more.
Mummy you meant so much to me, you were my mentor, my business advisor, my encourager. Always asking about our business and giving me ideas of what can be done back home in Nigeria. You were a great friend indeed to my mum who passed 17yrs ago and not once did you stop asking and looking after all she left behind. You were caring and loving always asking me if I was okay and if I wanted anything. You were a great mum to All. A great Mum with a large heart I can’t begin to think of not seeing you again here in Lagos nor in London. You were always there for me. 
Miss your laughter and your warm embrace. I miss you and will continue to miss you.
My husband and children are lost for words, not seeing Grandma Orija again ! Only God knows best.
Mummy, May your gentle soul rest in the bosom of the Almighty.

TRIBUTE ON CHIEF MRS M.O. ORIJA BY DUROTOLA OGUNBAWO.

Mummy coming across you was divine and purposes by God. It was a great privilege to serve under your tutelage.
You are my mentor, counsellor,a torch bearer and comforter. I learnt at a close range from you on how to love and show same without being prompted.
One of the attributes I equally imbibed from you among others is the "fear of God" and through you I developed the spirit of giving to people that comes my way.
Till your last breath you exhibited these uncommon attributes. You are compassionate, affectionate and well pleasing. Your legacies will forever remains green.
Adieu! Iya olomo, ki ę sunre o.
BY
MRS DUROTOLA OGUNBAWO

Tribute to the Matriarch of Orija family-Oloye Iya Afin Olubanke Orija

The greatest human is not he that has the most knowledge in his head but he whose heart is full of love and compassion. That was who my darling 'aunty mi'- Chief Mrs Olubanke Orija was. Though she has gone the way of all mortals,the sermon she preached by her exemplary life is relevant for all times- Help those that you can while you can.This is in consonance with the words of God in Mark 12v30-31.
All glory to God for blessing us with such a rare gem who impacted several lives positively. She lived a purpose driven life from her early adulthood treating everyone whose paths crossed hers as her brother and sister.
My loving thoughts accompany her as the angels lead her on her flight to Paradise after fighting the good fight of faith........
Sorely missed by:
Arinola Yetunde Oguntoyinbo

Big Mummy, it broke our hearts to lose you. Your life was a blessing, your memory a treasure, you are loved beyond words, and missed beyond measure.

I remembered when I and my sister use to spend the holiday with you during our university days, on one of those occasions, you took us to your shop and told us to pick anything we like.

Those special memories of you will always bring a smile. We will miss you greatly.

We however remain comforted in the fact that you are at rest and trust that God's peace which surpasses all understanding will guide our hearts and minds.

You're forever in our hearts until we meet again.
Rest with God in Peace.

My darling aunty Banke, now I know why I had such a strong urge to keep in touch with you over the last two years. I’m so grateful I spent the time I did with you last December on the balcony at yaba reminiscing about my childhood when my mum, your bestie would bring me in tow to Yaba and how I used to ride bicycle round and round the balcony with my sister. I remember your infectious laughter that just brightened up the entire environment. I remember your loyalty to my late mother Olatayo Odojukan, even in death, always checking up on my sisters and i loaded with clothes till we had no wardrobe room left for clothes at such a young age. I remember your warmth and boisterous nature. I regret the fact that after reconnecting with you a few years ago, we didn’t get to spend as much time as I would have loved but I’m so grateful to have spent the time we did as it brought back wonderful memories of my childhood and the deep friendship you shared with my mum. I miss you Aunty and will always remember you lovingly.