I still cant believe ur gone. I remember d 1st time i met you, we jst clicked immediately den found out we both culd speak french dat jst sealed everything. We wuld gossip in french until 1 day we gt caught n d man replied us in french. Uncle deji, i called u tonton n nau every1 kals me dat. Ur r such a Jolly good fellow dat made every1 hapy. I cnt imagine d hurt every1 is goin tru especially ur best friend Pekun ozolua who you call BABA(my best friend 2)wife n three daughters, family , friends Only God d great comforter can comfort us all. I haven't been able 2 sleep n close my eyes or come 2 terms wit d fact ur nt here nymore. I know ur watching us all n smiling. Your in a better place. JE TAIME BEAUCOUP.

Deji you were a good friend gone too soon. A really sad time for us all;
We struggle to understand these things but God is sovereign. Rest in Noble Nigerian.

I cannot still believe this guy is gone forever. Though not my close friend but I met him through Pekun Osolua when both of them attended my wedding ceremony in England couple of years ago and since then he has been a wonderful person. Wherever he sees me he will call me Professor 'Yomi Sutton, hope you have stopped studying now or more to go? (joke); how are you and your family?. In actual fact, the last time I saw him was at Ikoyi Club with the same person (Pekun Osolua) and he insisted that I should join them for lunch, or just one bottle for the road, but unfortunately I was rushing to meet another friend at the other section of Ikoyi Club. What a loss!!!. Well! Well!! Well!!! Can we question God? We can only pray for God to console the family this wonderful person has left behind including the wife, children, sisters, brothers and parents. Deji, RIP. VERY SAD. What a SINFUL WORLD WE ALL LIVE IN. Gbogbo e ni oye olorun. For those of us that Deji left behind, Whatever you can do for your fellow brothers and sisters today must not be left for tomorrow. From all the tributes I have read above about DEJI he has touched so many lives one way or the other. Pekun Osolua, I know you guys are too close, may the almighty God comfort you my brother - Dr ABAYOMI SUTTON. All is well!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

So sad you're gone too soon - pray you have everlasting rest
We never did get to play golf perhaps in another life.....

Peace my man

My broda! We are still shocked! Though we grieve we can not question the will of the almighty. You surely are one of the best being one of our unique class 738 of IC! Requiescat in pace!!!

Deji Omi Baba,

The news has come as a massive shock. May God grant your family the strength to bear the great loss. R.I.P.

Deji, with the heaviest of hearts we compose this tribute. We find it difficult to comprehend the fact that you're no longer with us. You lived a good life, and brought happiness to many, including us, through your affability, selflessness and eagerness to help others. Thanks so much for always being there and all you did for us.

May your kind and gentle soul rest in peace. Amen.

Kaka and Ayo Odelusi

D.O, my egbon... 

I still find this unbelievable...

You would never know how much that act of you sending my C.V. to Folashade changed the trajectory of my life and career. You would be so missed. You were everyone's big brother. You connected with everyone irrespective of age, status, gender or level. Your generousity was out of this world. You literally were the life of anywhere you found yourself

God bless and keep the beautiful children you left behind. God uphold Bisi, may he be her comfort through this difficult time. May his peace continually be hers.

Continue to rest in the bosom of the Father, D.O.

Till we meet again, egbon..

Deji,

My dear cousin you're passing has been met by stinging tears and a heavy heart. If only it was not so. Upon these years we will hang our best memories of you, your unfailing honour, good nature and unerring charm will never be forgotten.

May the tender mercies of our Lord lie upon your family and get them through this in the knowing assurance that all things will be reconciled in the end.

R.I.P dear cuz, till we meet again.

My dearest D.O.... there are not enough words to describe how i feel. I still cannot talk about you in past tense. You were my Father, my mentor,my uberfab friend. You were there for me always. Your cheerfulness, your kindess, your sense of humour, your tenacity, your eagerness to help etc. You jad already secured the post of 'Chairman of the day' at my wedding. And now you won't see me get married. But i take solace in the fact that you are resting in the bosom of the Lord. Sleep on dearest D.O.

My dearest D.O.... there are not enough words to describe how i feel. I still cannot talk about you in past tense. You were my Father, my mentor,my uberfab friend. You were there for me always. Your cheerfulness, your kindess, your sense of humour, your tenacity, your eagerness to help etc. You had already secured the post of 'Chairman of the day' at my wedding. And now you won't see me get married. But i take solace in the fact that you are resting in the bosom of the Lord. Sleep on dearest D.O.

Bros D, the first time I met you at Magodo, you listened to my career issues and counselled me like a big brother. I received the news of your departure with a stab in the heart, and I was shouting Jesus my neighbour had to ask if all is well. I was still in denial, until I spoke to Bola and Seun. I don't know what to say, I leave everything to God till we meet again! Have a sweet and safe passage to your maker! Bukky Campbell

Oh my DO, you were more than a boss. You were a friend and a father. A complete gentleman. How you serve every lady at your lunch table water. Open doors for us and wait even when in a hurry...the list has no end. just on monday you came to our office and said you have just stopped by to know how we are doing. To think that at 6pm on tuesday, I was just wishing you were around to sign my documents; which only you can do at any time. Oh my God, DO there will never be any one like you and for sure not another DO. Your exit has left a very big void that can never be filled. Continue to rest in peace till we will meet again.

D.O, your departure remains a dream to me. I waited for your txt msg and call yesterday, May 08 being my birthday but I never got them. Then I knew I had lost u 4real and it was over.
The last time I saw you on Feb 27 2015 @L'afric- ARM FINCON hang out, we danced like lovers and held hands together...the last time we spoke was after d presidential elections when we jubilated over d success of the team BuhariOsinbajo which you fought for with your broadcasts...I remember d song u always whistled whenever I had to sign documents with u...''one day one day, monkey go go market e no go come bak again...and I just can't help d tears right now.
This is really hard to deal with but I know that you have gone to rest in perfect peace...sleep well D.O

Your 'smallie' as u always called me will miss you forever

D.O. May 5th was a good day filled with birthdays of loved ones. I was happy until I decided to go through my updates before calling it a night. The news shook me. I drop into a tear filled state each time someone at work says "have you heard about ARM'S CFO? " You were much more than a professional CFO. You were a friend. The way you encouraged me throughout my trying time...The way you celebrated with me when all came through. It hurts too much knowing that you are gone but, God knows best. I miss knowing I can call you just to say hello and as usual, you would tease...Where would I ever find another D.O?

Sad, so so sad. my friend and broda, you will be sorely missed. after drying my tears from the news, thoughts..., you have flown thousands of miles between uk, us, canada , others and nigeria without mishap, only to be felled by bad roads, govt in nigeria. so sad, so so sad. rest in the bosom of the lord broda.
God win.

Deji Baba!! I just ran into Bisi this past Wednesday afternoon and I was so apologetic that once again, I'm in Nigeria and I haven't called or visited with you. I hugged her and asked her to beg you on my behalf. Now this!

How come the good, the loving, the caring, the bright ones' light go deem so soon? I'm just so sick to my stomach to realize that I managed to procrastinate my way out of that last call, that last visit, to share that last laugh that I'm sure we would have had. And oh what a hearty laugh you have. No more cheers of "Bobiyo" from you when we see each other?

My brother I'm still not very religious otherwise I would have subscribed to the Christian belief in the after life and hope we can make up for the past 10 years or so when we last had a run of good Ole time as Awon Boys when we meet again. Nonetheless, I'm sure that if there's such a place as the after life,that you are eminently qualified to be chosen to relive your pure goodness once again because this ended way too soon.

I wish Bisi the best and the strength to cope with this devastation. I'm sure your legion of loving friends and family will support her. My brother Deji, Adieu!

Daddy, We are both still in shock finding it very difficult to believe with soooo much to say. I remember the life lessons, the awkward matching clothes you use to buy my sister and I. The lectures on how to save money and paying tithes, Your 'daddy jeans' all things we took for granted and I personally am so sorry. We were too young to understand that all you wanted was the best for us.
So as we say our final bye byes we also say our final Thankyou. Thankyou for everything :)
I only pray that wherever you are now, you're in peace.
We love you sooo much and we miss you even more
Hugs and Kisses Brin Brin
xoxox

It hit me like a wrecking ball...Bruv Dee!!!...it's unbelievable but only "kabioosi" knows it all!!! This my awesome Uncle, the most amazing man in every way....though very busy but never too busy to step in and help others in a flash, always touching lives. I'm always in awe of your total dedication to your family and friends and work and everything, your selflessness, great humility, your genuine kindness, generosity, infectious smile, boisterous spirit, thoughtfulness...you are so loving and caring, always so eager to help, so hard working, always full of life and great energy, more than worthy of emulation, a great source of inspiration, larger than life itself!!!. A million and one great men all rolled into Uncle Deji....words fail to describe you. I'm grateful and blessed to have known you. I have faith that you are still with us...I can't describe my pain yet I can't imagine that of those closest to your heart. A great void has been created...our hearts are extremely heavy and very broken..we will forever miss and cherish you Bruv Dee!!!  ---(Smallpino)

D.O, our interaction may have been limited in time but they were very insightful.

You were my kinsman ("Omo Ibadan"), my EMC champion, always asking if I was okay.

It will forever hurt that i did not tell you before leaving; I believed that we will eventually see and talk.

You were the shepherd of a great team, always kind, always jovial.

I pray that God grants you eternal peace and comfort those that you left behind.

Adieu D.O!!!!

you carried everyone along, you were really encouraging....you told me not to give up, when I thought I could never meet my monthly targets at work. You would always say "How is it going, any sales yet? Don't worry you would do just fine" This is a hard blow D.O! We will miss you, I will miss getting those encouragements. May Christ grant you Eternal rest and console your family.

Dear D.O, you changed lives, made remarkable impacts in the life of whoever you came across. It was very very difficult not to single you out amongst many. Your charm, thoughtfulness,intelligence,fatherly care, coaching and kind words are memories I will not trade. The last time i saw you was when we ate together in the lunch room on April 30th. We talked and you gave me priceless words and advice for my future. How was I to know that I wouldn't see you anymore. We all hurt...we all miss you. Your values are so respected and I have learnt from you. I thank you for every word of caution, praise
, prayer and of course, the good laughs we had. Till the resurrection morning, sleep in peace my friend and boss.

DO!!! It feels like a dream still... U were the only oga at the top who made me feel at home n at ease while I was at ARM. I would never forget your exceptional n comforting smile. God knows best...

CONDOLENCE

We received the news of the passing of our Dear Deji with great shock.

We have shared many joyful moments with the departed one while in flesh and the sudden separation may be difficult to bear.

But be rest assured and consoled that he lives on as he continues his journey towards the eternal gardens prepared for us by our Heavenly Father and we may meet in joyful reunion again. As we grief, he may also have the following words for his loved ones:

When I am gone, Release me, let me go,
I have so many things to see and do,
You must not tie yourself to me with tears.
Be happy that we had these days together.

I gave you my love, You can only guess,
How much you gave to me in happiness.
I thank you for the love you each have shown,
But now it is time I travel alone.

So grieve a while for if grieve you must,
Then let your grief be, comforted by trust.
It is only for a while that we must part,
So bless the memory within your heart.

I won't be far away, for life goes on.
So if you need me, call me and I will come.

Though you can't see me or touch me, I ll be near.
And if you listen with your heart, you ll hear,
All of my love is around you, soft and clear.

And then, when you must come this way alone,
I ll greet you with a smile, and say .................

        'Welcome Home'

Let us be comforted by these words and we shall always send our prayerful thought to his wife and the children.

May The Love of God accompany the departed on his journey to the luminous realm, the eternal gardens and may the Lord grant the family the strength to bear the loss with exemplary fortitude and may His Ever abiding Love protect those he has left behind as they continue the journey of life. Amen.

Adieu Deji!!


Yours sincerely,
For: ICOBA 73/78-80 Set


Bolanle Akinyemi

Omi baba, Adieu, my friend and brother. I write this with a heavy heart and tears of gratitude for being my friend and brother. May your soul rest in Perfect and Eternal Peace. Amen

The last time we saw was when you, Soji Fagade and I went to play Golf at Lakowe. You will be really missed Deji, you always had an ear and the calmness that was admired for discussing issues. Bye for now Deji

Words alone cannot describe the pain on the untimely demise of a true gentleman.
Dedicated to his family, Deji was a very committed family men.
Dedicated to his parents and his parents in-law, Deji exemplified a true son.
Dedicated to his friends, Deji was the one who not only had time for his friends, but also brought that network of friends running.
Dedicated to his work and his profession, a true success story.

Never a moment did Deji not have time for the various demands that came his was. His classic response was "ko si wahala" meaning "no problem", consider it done.

A true friend who will be missed sorely.

Thoughts are with his family at this difficult time.
My proyer is that the Lord with heal the pain.
The Lord will provide the strength that is required to lay him to rest.
The Lord will provide especially his wife, the fortitude to carry on.
The Lord will mend the hearts of his parents, and his parents-in law.
The Lord will comfort all of his friends and his associates.

We shall meet again in eternity.

My dear friend, rest in perfect peace.

Big man, I still cannot get over the shock of your untimely passing. Who am I going to call 'big man' now the you are gone. Rest in peace my brother.

Words fail me, and has been failing me when I heard the news of your untimely departure,Deji. You sure will be missed. I will definitely miss you. The only consolation I have is I cannot question the doings of Allah. Bro, rest in perfect peace.

Deji, you would also be a light in our lives.

Stay peaceful!

Sade Tolani
'My Medical eCard'

My Oga, was what I call Mr. Omotosho. A complete gentle man who has the interest of all.
What else can one say about Mr. Omotosho. God loves you best.
May you gentle soul rest in perfect peace, Amen.

Pray God in HIS infinite wisdom to keep and guide the immediate family, Amen.

Rest In Peace My Oga.

Adieu Great Igbobian. Eternal Rest Grant Deji Omotoso, Oh LORD!!

A gentle man without a shadow of a doubt. I pray that The Almighty guides Deji's family through this difficult time.

A great shock to me and my family. May your gentle soul rest in peace. Sun re o!

Deji
Your demise shook me to the foundation. Hearing of your departure was a great loss. May your soul rest in peace, a perfect gentleman. Amen
Pastor Phillip Oladapo Omodeni

It is with a very heavy heart and sadness that I write today to offer my deep condolences on the passing of a dear friend and egbon.

In the short time I knew him, Deji was such a gentleman, warm and cordial with such a big heart.

Only a few weeks ago Deji invited me to Lakowe golf course and we had a lovely time and lunch with a few other guys.

I wish Bisi especially and Deji's larger family solace at this time.

He will surely be missed very much.

May the God Almighty grant peace to everyone involved and connected at this sad time.

Deji.... rest in perfect peace, till we meet again.....Amen.

Sun Re....Deji....Sun Re...

JA

Deji even though we are far away from each other and not seen you in a long time, I am filled with sadness but I thank God for your life because it is said that it is not how many years we live but how many people we touched, You sure touched a lot of people's heart like our teacher Uncle Larry always said Kasa ma se dada at all times, Yes you showed us all your qualities at all times. I hope the sweet memories and your legacy will serve as a consolation to all of us in this difficult time. I say Thank You not Good Bye for your gentle Spirit lives in us all as we remember you.

Omi.
 
I am deeply saddened by the news of your passing. You were always fun to be with. Your sense of humour and cheeky smile will be forever missed. May God always comfort your family, in Jesus' name, Amen.

Rest In Peace, my friend and brother.

My stint with DO is an indelible one. You demonstrated professionalism with brotherliness at work. I really treasure our meeting and will forever be priviliged to have met a gentle man like you.
Deji Omotoso RIP.

Always with a smile...
A little grace, a little style, and a lot of heart; heaven is even better now
Deji, Sun re o.

Omy,

It is with a very heavy heart that I pen this tribute. You were indeed a true Igbobian, a noble Nigerian. Your humour, charm, selflessness and caring attitude will be greatly missed.

Your brought out the best in all who had been privilege to know you.

May the Good Lord protect and provide for your family and give them the fortitude to bear this loss.

I say adieu, my senior, my friend.

Rest in perfect peace in the bosom of the Almighty.

Deji Man

we did lovely things together, from the age of ten we had a dream to conquer the world together. We had fun. You were on top of your game, so sad you left too early. Alas it is true Heaven has gained a Saint!

rest in peace my dearest friend.

Deji,

Woke up here to the extremely sad and shocking news !
It was just less than a month ago that you and Soji Fagade were together when I rang but we couldn't talk because it was noisy where you were. I am sure that we all assumed that there would be many more opportunities to catch up over time. But it is not to be. Adieu to a wonderful soul and a charming & amiable man. Rest peacefully in the bosom of our Lord. Gone too soon.

May God console and protect all your loved ones left behind. Demola

Deji, our hearts are so heavy as we mourn your loss. Your warm and gentle manner was one of a kind. You are deeply missed. We pray God's comfort for your family and friends. Rest in perfect peace.