Daddy Atogo.
 It is really hard to accept the fact that you are gone.
Daddy as we usually call you, your memories will forever remain in our hearts.
  Palms 90:10 says our days on earth is 70years and if by reason of strength is 80years yet their boast is pain and sorrow.
   Daddy you died at 77years old ,a fulfilled and happy man.You left no stone unturn, is it spiritually, morally, educational,socially and so on.
Daddy you have impacted so many lives with your kind and wise words.
Daddy you have the fear of God in you and you love God. You were a lover of peace. Your love knows no boundaries.You preach about peace, love and forgiveness.
 Daddy you were a down to earth father. I can't count how many times you came to visit me in my house for us to chat ,laugh and crack jokes.
   Growing up as a child I have never had such an opportunity to have such relationship with a man of your status but you did it for me.
My hearts bleeds because you promise you were going to spoil me when I come to Yaounde which never came to pass.
What a world. Huuuuuuum.
  Daddy your death has dealt with us this year, I'm really short of words. I pray the lord give us strength to pull through especially Mama and the rest of family.
 I also pray that the good lord will give us the grace to learn from all the lessons you have taught us in this life.
  Adieu Daddy. Rest well
Arrey and Eunice.

I am short of words daddy. There are not enough words to sum up your journey with us in this world. The hugs, smiles, lessons and Love without restraint. That one person who was full of laughter and jokes. That one person everyone can relate to, regardless of age or circumstances. That one man who can be vulnerable and yet educate in the process. That one person who is always ready to open the doors of his home to all and share. That one person who honours and promotes high family values. That one person who has taught many children how to pray and gave them the chance to be heard and understood. That one person who is so industrious, hardworking and in search of the best version of himself. That one person most people can run to for solutions when life looked so gloomy. The one person who was quick to be angered but faster to forgive.The one person who would humble himself and share the smallest space with children when he visited us as students abroad. The one person who would motivate to get the best version of everyone. The one person who spent most of his life studying and writing. That person who has already told thousands of stories about his life to us all. Stories that come with mixed emotions today.

Daddy, words will never be enough. The vacuum you have left behind is unimaginable. You always wondered how this would look like? We are left wondering as well. Only YOU could leave us like this in a “puzzle” .

Rest in peace daddy.

Forever in our hearts 

Daddy been short of words to even write on your passing. You bubbled with life and death came indeed like a thief and stole you away so quickily. You always laughed and one could feel the warmth miles away. You gave and gave to many.You open your doors to many. I am very gladened that you were a bornagain child of God. You loved Jesus our Lord. We will see you again as we strive by God's grace to work our salvation with fear and trembling.
 We do not mourn like those with no hope because we you are only asleep in death.We love you and will miss you greatly.
You are forever in our hearts daddy
Sent in behalf of the Nkwochas Houston TX

We give GOD all the glory and praise for Papa’s life. He was a good and godly family man who showed love to those he came in contact with. 
He was a very friendly person. His legacy will continue to be an inspiration. He will be greatly missed. 
Pastor & Mrs Larry Binea
Kingdomway Ministries
Birmingham, UK

How does a heart break? You discover emotions you cannot name. There is an emotion more hallow than sorrow, an acceptance drenched in disbelief, language fails, cliché comes startingly alive; the heart is truly heavy. It is no mere metaphor. The desperate longing to turn back time just to see you again, hear your advice, hear you laugh one more time. Even if just to say goodbye or to have the chance to say thank you for everything you did for us and everything you were to us. To say I love you. To have such a loving father and an entire life propped by him just to loose it in the twinkle of an eye, so abruptly with such finality....... Words have truly failed me this time around.

I was on a prayer course just before you left, stealing the midnights in praises with utmost believe that you will get back on your feet. Here I was putting my file together as we had discussed so as to pay you a visit as soon as you leave the hospital........ Now look;in whose hands did you leave my plight? Who do I run to? Who will ring me constantly on WhatsApp? Saaaaaaaah!!!! To say I am embarrassed daddy will be an understatement. All I have left are our memories and your voice notes. Go well daddy, you were a rare gem. No doubt even God couldn't wait to have you. Rest in perfect peace daddy. We would always love and remember you


              Your niece
            Enyih Lorraine Anchi

Daddy Enyih,

         Dearest friend and brother, I am dumbfounded. God alone knows

What and Why soo abrupt. Prepare us another new home there. Farewell.

         Pa Doh, Francis.

Pa, I can't believe you have left us so soon but Our Almighty God has the final say. I will miss our chats and your encouragement filled with sense of humour. Our last face to face discussion was about being a LADDER for others to grow. This will stay with me forever.
May your Gentle Soul Rest in Peace until we meet again.

Daddy Atogho,
             I want to thank God almighty for the life and the time you spend here on earth. Daddy all the times I made you, we always discussed about the bible and that always brought Joy to me because you had a great knowledge of God. When ever you came to the UK you gave us good advice and you always encouraged my husband and I to always try to make progress in our jobs. Daddy there was never a boring moment with you. You had a very broad knowledge of history and was ready to share at all time.
 The bible says to live is Christ and to die is gained. Rest in peace and we shall always remember you for your good works.
                  Christabel N. Ndikum

TRIBUTE TO THE HONOURABLE PAUL ENYIH ATOGHO 
BY AZU’U FONKAM


Soft-spoken, kind, gentle, generous of heart and of spirit, a man of precision and concision, a man loyal in friendship, a man of strong convictions, a peace maker, a man truly dedicated to his family, a smooth negotiator, a master planner, a genuine patriot! This was Paul Enyih Atogho! It was my good fortune to know him and to seek his wise counsel often! His pragmatism was uncommon, his love of country hors pair! He could be taciturn and even cynical, but he spoke truth to his friends, he spoke truth to power! He never hesitated to make known in writing to the powers that be, his opinions on matters of critical national interest! He was an unusual politician in the sense that he acknowledged his debt of gratitude for sundry favours unashamedly!

Over many years we interacted within many circles! We consulted each other often and he was always quick to praise the good and admonish the less good! And now he is gone, gone at a time of an exodus of great sons and daughters of our land to the great beyond! Because of the Covid-19 pandemic we did not meet for quite a while.On the 12th of March, 2021 however he sent me a one-word message in block capitals: “QUARANTINED”. This was the day on which my uncle, Tening Mongwa, a BOBAN like himself, was buried! I called him when the WhatsApp message came in and we chatted fairly lengthily! Unbeknown to both of us, this was going to be the last time we were to talk to each other!

My sorrow and heartache know no bounds for I have lost a man who was there for me in good times and in bad times! Richard Nixon said fittingly that in public life you hear from the multitude in good times, but in bad times you hear from your friends who are invariably not many! Paul Enyih Atogho was a friend indeed because he was a friend in need, a shoulder one could lean on! His counsel, his wise counsel, was invariably the counsel of perfection!

Thank you my dear older brother for your unalloyed friendship! Thank you for your constancy! Thank you for your sincerity and profundity on matters that touched on the welfare of our country! Travel well great son of our land! Sleep easy our great pedagogue! Let the angels wing you up to the celestial city! You will be sorely missed, but memories, good memories of you, are many and will remain fresh! They will see us through! Your warm and reassuring voice will continue to resonate in our minds as we soldier on and wait for our own one-way tickets to join the choir of Angels! 

To your wife and eternal best friend Susan, we extend our fraternal and heartfelt condolences! You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

Pa Atogho

You were not only a Dad to me but an outstanding friend. You offered yourself to me as a LADDER where at any given time, I could climb up to tap varied knowledge, be it in Education, Politics, History or Religion. Our weekly conversations through phone calls and chats narrowed the distance between us. You were my source of inspiration and role model. That's why the sad news about your demise came to me as a huge shock!

One distinct feature about you was that, you were so HUMBLE and this translate deep down to the true meaning of your name Paul.

Farewell my Legend,
Farewell my Knowledge Baramoter,
Papa, Rest In Peace with the Lord.

XX
Ernest Asoba, UK

How could I imagine that I would be writing a tribute in honour of you this soon 'Daddy', Uncle Paul after celebrating you and Mami's 50th wedding not long ago. I still remember the comforting words you and Mami sent to me all the way from Yaounde when I lost my dad.Those same words will comfort your loved ones left to grief over your death.
Rest well because you worked hard, lived and enjoyed life .

Dear daddy,
Angaba! It still resounds in my ears how you preferred calling me. You were such a God fearing and very caring father. I very much appreciate how you accommodated me and the family in your home in Yaoundé always making sure that we were very comfortable. Thank you so much for your constant words of encouragement and wisdom. 
Today and forever, I choose to celebrate you.
Rest in perfect peace daddy!

Lots of love,
Aboh Anyangwe.

THE BRIGHT SUNSET (Flowers for the Perfect Gentleman).
Daddy, you were the sun that shone so bright.
Keep shining and never flicker the good light.
The brightness of your light was selfless.
The rays from your epitomized sun were countless.
They illuminated the paths of so many with solace and kindness.
Life made meaning to many because you were in it.
Your priceless love caused the return of my missing family rib.
We shall forever remain thankful, though you depart so soon.
When great trees fall, sleeping rocks are woken, and the lions shiver.
We grief your sudden and painful departure today, as we celebrate you.
We will dare not say you are gone, else death claims victory.
We will live with thankfulness you were here, and you conquered.
Yes, good men must die, but death cannot kill their good names.
As long as we live, Daddy, you too will live, for you are a part of us.
It is said that after the death of a good person, his grave is loved.
Your life was well spent in kindness to everyone around you.
A man of dignity and integrity, yes, the good man lives on.
The man with the rare smile, that still beamed in seriousness.
Your homestead will never be eaten up by termites,
for the love you gave is coming back with a taste of eternity.
So I have learned, there is only one happiness in this life, to love and be loved.
The journey doesn’t end here. Death is just another path, one that we all must take.
The genuine gentleman. Journey well.

Fare you well Daddy
Until we meet again.

Always with Love from the ENCIs

Our dear friend Pa Atogho came into our lives some 30 years ago.
It's been a long journey of togetherness. News of your ill health and later on death, devastated and shattered us. It came as a bomb.
We were always there for each other. You took long trips with Mami to share in our joys and sorrows and vice versa.
Oh how we would miss you. "Adu my best friend" you would always say. When Charles and Joffi met in matrimony, the relationship took a deeper dimension. We would miss you " Excellence"
The prayers upon our arrival and departure to and from Yaounde.
The constant calls to check on us.
The love you had for Joffi and the kids.
But we know you are a seed. We pray God to let us see the harvest in the long run. Sleep well our dear friend you have merely moved on. You did well. Your love for Susan and the children was constant. Pray God keeps them strong. May God watch over the large family you have left behind and reward you for the kindness you showed while on Earth.
  
  Adieu Pa Atogho our dear friend and in-law. Good night.
               
               Joe & Fanny Ncho

"O death, where is thy victory? O death, where is thy sting?" (1Corinthians 15:55)
Our dear "Big", your sudden death has come to us like a dream and a terrible shock. When we met in October last year we least imagined that we would not see you physically again. Your exit has put us in a dilemma especially as we are far away from home.

We fondly remember the many years of our wonderful relationship which has been more than just that of big and small, which started in CPC Bali since 1964. You have been present in all our celebrations playing the role of a big brother. You were a strong support to our pastoral ministry in many ways.

You planned and insisted that I officiate at your 25th and 50th wedding anniversaries and God graciously granted it. It was your wish that I should officiate at your funeral but because of circumstances beyond our control we cannot be present physically.

My wife Jenny and our children join me in expressing our deepest condolences to Mami Susan and the children. You will forever remain in our hearts. May you truly rest from your earthly labours in the bosom of your God and Creator. Farewell beloved "Big".

In Ecclesiastes 3, we are told there is a time for everything; but nothing can prepare us for something like this...

Even though you're gone the moments we shared will live forever in my heart.

You were my rod and my staff throughout my childhood when things were falling apart.

In the darkest of night, you took me under your arms and guarded me like a shepherd.

And in the morning light, you taught me the psalms and guided me with His word.

You were my Sensei; my inspiration for hope and your influence can never be erased.

Daddy, May your soul rest in perfect peace knowing that your love and kindness has left a footprint in our lives.

Vade In Pace.

Mbacham Asseneh

***Thank you...***

Thank you for the beautiful moments we spent together. Thank you for your love. Thank you for your smiles. Thank you for the lovely granddaddy you've been and will forever be. Thank you for the clapping hands and for the blessings.

The time God offered us was short, too short, but intense.

I thank God, the Almighty, for this experience and I'm confident in His mercy. May He welcomes you in eternal peace.

Miss you already...

Hello Paul, did I hear you traveled? without saying good bye to your friend "Ekay". Nobiso. Why have you done this to me? Always pulling me aside to say one or two things, whether in church or in the CMF. Weeh Paul. I heard of your illness but I did not think this was heading in this direction. But God always is the better judge. You were dedicated into the CMF while I was President on the 7th January 2001 (Millenium Batch) and you made the Group really proud when personalities like you chose to serve Jesus with an inner feeling. Where have you kept BOBA whose meetings were championed by your presence? You spoke privately to me, praised and thanked me when you felt like, and said good things bout me to my face. Paul, wusai we dong keep that moyo palava? Susan, Ashia. God will give you the strength to continue taking care of the family. Accept the condolence of al the Mundis, and Alice.

Daddy we loved you so dearly, but the good Lord loved you most. You impacted our lives in several ways and showed us how to live in a responsible way. You will be forever missed. R.I.P.P

Uncle Paul - A true Friend to our family.
Our family lives have been intertwined since I was a kid. I remember your visits and hearty laughs whenever you were in the company of our late Papa. When our Papa died in 1983, your home became a second home. I remember car rides with you from Kumba to Yaounde for holidays, letters from you when I was in high school 1988, taking me to the airport for my trip out of Cameroon to Nigeria in 1991, attending my traditional marriage in Kumba in 1999 and the list goes on and on. You and Auntie Susan always welcomed us. I am happy we kept the relationship you built with our Papa over the years. I am happy we had the opportunity to express our gratitude to you over the years. We miss you. Ula Tako Abunaw on behalf of Mrs. Angela Tako ,Modesta, Annette, Ebai and Erock.

Daddy, Uncle Paul, Senior Bob

Thank you for being a father, friend, mentor, teacher and refuge.

Into our lives you brought so much joy, laughter, knowledge and wisdom every minute of your life and these memories we will cherish forever.

The world is a better place for what you ARE as a person.

We are better people for what you ARE as person.

You will always be in our midst.

Love always.

Thank you, thank you, thank you. 

Daddy, as I have always called you. The news about you leaving us is disheartening. You will be greatly missed. May you rest in the bossom of the Almighty. ️ ️

My beloved one and only Daddy in my life - My confidant.

I thank God I was able to be at your bedside 72 hours upon arrival in Cameroon.

What a blessing to have shared your last moments of love which will be forever treasured in my heart. I am truly grateful to God almighty.

The love we shared and bond we had remains sealed in my heart.

Thank you for being the best daddy to me. I love you and always will.

Your one and only daughter,

Ngba-Togho

You pulled me out of deep waters, breathless and shattered.
You whispered in my ear, “My Child, it is well.”

You claimed me in the Mighty Name of Jesus and went through so much, clearing every obstacle, to reveal the right path for me.

You healed my broken wings and taught me how to fly again. You taught me how to let go of earthly things.

You were for me and you were always with me. Your love was true and pure.

I loved you, I love you, and I will always love you.

Your daughter,

Joan Ambu

My Dearest Daddy-in-love, how I miss you! This still feels so unreal.
It's been so many days already since I heard your voice saying "my Mah" in the sweetest way that only you said it.
Ahhhh Daddy I wasn't ready to say goodbye. I assumed we had many many more years left together but God had bigger and better plans it seems.
I'm glad I never missed out on any opportunity to tell you how much I love and appreciate you.
Thank you for loving me completely. Thank you for the priceless lessons and memories I'll cherish for the rest of my life.
I know you are in good hands now with your Father.
I love you forever!
Your Mah