May 24, 2023
May 24, 2023
May Opudu's soul continue to rest with our Lord Jesus, Amen.
This memorial website was created in memory of our beloved High Chief (Dr.) Olu Benson Lulu-Briggs, 88 years old , born on May 22, 1930 and passed away on December 27, 2018. He will be forever loved.
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May 24, 2023
May 24, 2023
High Chief (Dr.) Olu Benson Lulu-Briggs, OON, DCF, DSSRS; Iniikeiroari V of Kalabari Kingdom.
I salute your indelible footprint on the sand of time.
You cannot be forgotten because you did enough to endear yourself to humanity. Today, like any other day, I remember you with adorable memories, The Doyin of Philanthropy.
Your Memory will remain evergreen.
K'omesia!
I salute your indelible footprint on the sand of time.
You cannot be forgotten because you did enough to endear yourself to humanity. Today, like any other day, I remember you with adorable memories, The Doyin of Philanthropy.
Your Memory will remain evergreen.
K'omesia!
May 22, 2023
May 22, 2023
Opu Da,
Physically you may not be here anymore to see and be seen, but in our hearts you live on! Today would have been a celebration of your many colours as we would have gathered to say warmth birthday wishes and prayers to you but in all, we say thanks to God and may you continue to rest with the Lord as you live on in our hearts.
Dein na sime Opu Da.
Sokeipirim Whyte Gladstone Bob-Manuel
Physically you may not be here anymore to see and be seen, but in our hearts you live on! Today would have been a celebration of your many colours as we would have gathered to say warmth birthday wishes and prayers to you but in all, we say thanks to God and may you continue to rest with the Lord as you live on in our hearts.
Dein na sime Opu Da.
Sokeipirim Whyte Gladstone Bob-Manuel
May 22, 2023
May 22, 2023
High Chief your legacies live on. Continue to Rest in the Lord.
June 4, 2022
June 4, 2022
Big daddy how we miss and love you,even with the angels we still feel your impact,happy belated posthumous Birthday
March 14, 2021
March 14, 2021
Good night, High Chief O. B. Lulu-Briggs. You came, you saw and you conquered! May your good work speak for you at the Throne of Grace. Rest well in the Lord till we meet to part no more. Adieu!
December 27, 2020
December 27, 2020
THE GOOD CHIEF LIVES ON!
Opuda! Ebuye Lulu! Inikeiroari!
In life...........
I have learned- that a Battle against your Spiritual Father is a Battle you can NEVER WIN, no matter who is backing you so Don't even attempt it, you can never win it.
I have learned - that You may be annointed to kill Goliath but will forever not be Anointed and Permitted to Kill Saul.
They can ask David whenever they see him.
I have learned - You cannot ERASE the Man who RAISED you. You cannot DISHONOUR the Man who made people HONOUR you.
I have learned - You cannot bring EMBARRASSMENT to the Man who gave you ENDORSEMENT.
I have learned - Never become a PROBLEM to the Man who gave you a PLATFORM to Rise.
I have learned- Never become a WARFARE to the Man who took care of your WELFARE.
I have learned- Determine not to become a DISAPPOINTMENT to the Man who gave you APPOINTMENT. How can a Man put so much INVESTMENT into your life, and your thank you to him, is to put so much BEREAVEMENT into his own life.
I have learned- In most cases, Fathers may be the one who WRONGED you, but still remember, the God who ANOINTED David to kill Goliath will not ALLOW him to kill Saul.
I have learned- The DRUNKENNESS of Noah is not a licence to expose his NAKEDNESS.
That will be WICKEDNESS AND FOOLISHNESS in the sight Of God.
I have learned- One of the Sons of Noah EXPOSED his Father's NAKEDNESS, FORGETTING it was his Father's RIGHTEOUSNESS that once SAVED him from the FLOOD. Remember, Noah found GRACE with GOD, yet he found DISGRACE with his Son.
I have learned- Some Sons think they are more RIGHTEOUS than God who CHOSE a Man despite his WEAKNESS.
I have learned- If you KNOW the WEAKNESS of your Father, it is because he gave you the ACCESS you don't DESERVE. Imagine for a moment, if Noah had LOCKED himself up ALONE in his BEDROOM to drink his stuff, he will wake up and package himself all by himself, without any Son SEEING him and coming under a CURSE.
I have learned- The MISTAKE of Moses in MARRYING an Ethiopian Woman has not taken away from him the MANTLE to make Mariam LEPROUS.
I have learned- that people should beware and careful of the likes of Assistant Pastor Aaron. They will lead you in a FIGHT AGAINST your GOD-GIVEN MOSES, but when it is time for Leprosy to be given, the oil on their head MAY save them, but the GULLIBLE Mariam will suffer alone for following what is wrong. Indeed it was Aaron that led the attack against Moses, yet it was Miriam alone that suffered Leprosy.
I have learned- The MAN who came to TELL King David that Saul had DIED, would have been expecting David to rejoice that "finally my enemy is dead."
Instead, King David killed him and said your BLOOD be upon your own HEAD for your MOUTH has TESTIFIED against you that you KILLED the LORD'S ANNOINTED.
I have learned- those going through the pain of betrayal, receive healing from God and come out stronger. Some are Bleeding and Leading at the same time, yet Grace sufficient for them.
I have learned-, Times and seasons belongs to God and He is mindful of His own.
I have learned- that nothing is difficult or impossible for God to do.
Rest on Opuda!
I'm eternal grateful to have had the good fortune of representing your prestigious dynasty.
Always.
Myne!
Opuda! Ebuye Lulu! Inikeiroari!
In life...........
I have learned- that a Battle against your Spiritual Father is a Battle you can NEVER WIN, no matter who is backing you so Don't even attempt it, you can never win it.
I have learned - that You may be annointed to kill Goliath but will forever not be Anointed and Permitted to Kill Saul.
They can ask David whenever they see him.
I have learned - You cannot ERASE the Man who RAISED you. You cannot DISHONOUR the Man who made people HONOUR you.
I have learned - You cannot bring EMBARRASSMENT to the Man who gave you ENDORSEMENT.
I have learned - Never become a PROBLEM to the Man who gave you a PLATFORM to Rise.
I have learned- Never become a WARFARE to the Man who took care of your WELFARE.
I have learned- Determine not to become a DISAPPOINTMENT to the Man who gave you APPOINTMENT. How can a Man put so much INVESTMENT into your life, and your thank you to him, is to put so much BEREAVEMENT into his own life.
I have learned- In most cases, Fathers may be the one who WRONGED you, but still remember, the God who ANOINTED David to kill Goliath will not ALLOW him to kill Saul.
I have learned- The DRUNKENNESS of Noah is not a licence to expose his NAKEDNESS.
That will be WICKEDNESS AND FOOLISHNESS in the sight Of God.
I have learned- One of the Sons of Noah EXPOSED his Father's NAKEDNESS, FORGETTING it was his Father's RIGHTEOUSNESS that once SAVED him from the FLOOD. Remember, Noah found GRACE with GOD, yet he found DISGRACE with his Son.
I have learned- Some Sons think they are more RIGHTEOUS than God who CHOSE a Man despite his WEAKNESS.
I have learned- If you KNOW the WEAKNESS of your Father, it is because he gave you the ACCESS you don't DESERVE. Imagine for a moment, if Noah had LOCKED himself up ALONE in his BEDROOM to drink his stuff, he will wake up and package himself all by himself, without any Son SEEING him and coming under a CURSE.
I have learned- The MISTAKE of Moses in MARRYING an Ethiopian Woman has not taken away from him the MANTLE to make Mariam LEPROUS.
I have learned- that people should beware and careful of the likes of Assistant Pastor Aaron. They will lead you in a FIGHT AGAINST your GOD-GIVEN MOSES, but when it is time for Leprosy to be given, the oil on their head MAY save them, but the GULLIBLE Mariam will suffer alone for following what is wrong. Indeed it was Aaron that led the attack against Moses, yet it was Miriam alone that suffered Leprosy.
I have learned- The MAN who came to TELL King David that Saul had DIED, would have been expecting David to rejoice that "finally my enemy is dead."
Instead, King David killed him and said your BLOOD be upon your own HEAD for your MOUTH has TESTIFIED against you that you KILLED the LORD'S ANNOINTED.
I have learned- those going through the pain of betrayal, receive healing from God and come out stronger. Some are Bleeding and Leading at the same time, yet Grace sufficient for them.
I have learned-, Times and seasons belongs to God and He is mindful of His own.
I have learned- that nothing is difficult or impossible for God to do.
Rest on Opuda!
I'm eternal grateful to have had the good fortune of representing your prestigious dynasty.
Always.
Myne!
December 27, 2020
December 27, 2020
THE GOOD CHIEF LIVES ON!
Opuda! Ebuye Lulu! Inikeiroari!
In life...........
I have learned- that a Battle against your Spiritual Father is a Battle you can NEVER WIN, no matter who is backing you so Don't even attempt it, you can never win it.
I have learned - that You may be annointed to kill Goliath but will forever not be Anointed and Permitted to Kill Saul.
They can ask David whenever they see him.
I have learned - You cannot ERASE the Man who RAISED you. You cannot DISHONOUR the Man who made people HONOUR you.
I have learned - You cannot bring EMBARRASSMENT to the Man who gave you ENDORSEMENT.
I have learned - Never become a PROBLEM to the Man who gave you a PLATFORM to Rise.
I have learned- Never become a WARFARE to the Man who took care of your WELFARE.
I have learned- Determine not to become a DISAPPOINTMENT to the Man who gave you APPOINTMENT. How can a Man put so much INVESTMENT into your life, and your thank you to him, is to put so much BEREAVEMENT into his own life.
I have learned- In most cases, Fathers may be the one who WRONGED you, but still remember, the God who ANOINTED David to kill Goliath will not ALLOW him to kill Saul.
I have learned- The DRUNKENNESS of Noah is not a licence to expose his NAKEDNESS.
That will be WICKEDNESS AND FOOLISHNESS in the sight Of God.
I have learned- One of the Sons of Noah EXPOSED his Father's NAKEDNESS, FORGETTING it was his Father's RIGHTEOUSNESS that once SAVED him from the FLOOD. Remember, Noah found GRACE with GOD, yet he found DISGRACE with his Son.
I have learned- Some Sons think they are more RIGHTEOUS than God who CHOSE a Man despite his WEAKNESS.
I have learned- If you KNOW the WEAKNESS of your Father, it is because he gave you the ACCESS you don't DESERVE. Imagine for a moment, if Noah had LOCKED himself up ALONE in his BEDROOM to drink his stuff, he will wake up and package himself all by himself, without any Son SEEING him and coming under a CURSE.
I have learned- The MISTAKE of Moses in MARRYING an Ethiopian Woman has not taken away from him the MANTLE to make Mariam LEPROUS.
I have learned- that people should beware and careful of the likes of Assistant Pastor Aaron. They will lead you in a FIGHT AGAINST your GOD-GIVEN MOSES, but when it is time for Leprosy to be given, the oil on their head MAY save them, but the GULLIBLE Mariam will suffer alone for following what is wrong. Indeed it was Aaron that led the attack against Moses, yet it was Miriam alone that suffered Leprosy.
I have learned- The MAN who came to TELL King David that Saul had DIED, would have been expecting David to rejoice that "finally my enemy is dead."
Instead, King David killed him and said your BLOOD be upon your own HEAD for your MOUTH has TESTIFIED against you that you KILLED the LORD'S ANNOINTED.
I have learned- those going through the pain of betrayal, receive healing from God and come out stronger. Some are Bleeding and Leading at the same time, yet Grace sufficient for them.
I have learned-, Times and seasons belongs to God and He is mindful of His own.
I have learned- that nothing is difficult or impossible for God to do.
Rest on Opuda!
I'm eternal grateful to have had the good fortune of representing your prestigious dynasty.
Always.
Myne!
Opuda! Ebuye Lulu! Inikeiroari!
In life...........
I have learned- that a Battle against your Spiritual Father is a Battle you can NEVER WIN, no matter who is backing you so Don't even attempt it, you can never win it.
I have learned - that You may be annointed to kill Goliath but will forever not be Anointed and Permitted to Kill Saul.
They can ask David whenever they see him.
I have learned - You cannot ERASE the Man who RAISED you. You cannot DISHONOUR the Man who made people HONOUR you.
I have learned - You cannot bring EMBARRASSMENT to the Man who gave you ENDORSEMENT.
I have learned - Never become a PROBLEM to the Man who gave you a PLATFORM to Rise.
I have learned- Never become a WARFARE to the Man who took care of your WELFARE.
I have learned- Determine not to become a DISAPPOINTMENT to the Man who gave you APPOINTMENT. How can a Man put so much INVESTMENT into your life, and your thank you to him, is to put so much BEREAVEMENT into his own life.
I have learned- In most cases, Fathers may be the one who WRONGED you, but still remember, the God who ANOINTED David to kill Goliath will not ALLOW him to kill Saul.
I have learned- The DRUNKENNESS of Noah is not a licence to expose his NAKEDNESS.
That will be WICKEDNESS AND FOOLISHNESS in the sight Of God.
I have learned- One of the Sons of Noah EXPOSED his Father's NAKEDNESS, FORGETTING it was his Father's RIGHTEOUSNESS that once SAVED him from the FLOOD. Remember, Noah found GRACE with GOD, yet he found DISGRACE with his Son.
I have learned- Some Sons think they are more RIGHTEOUS than God who CHOSE a Man despite his WEAKNESS.
I have learned- If you KNOW the WEAKNESS of your Father, it is because he gave you the ACCESS you don't DESERVE. Imagine for a moment, if Noah had LOCKED himself up ALONE in his BEDROOM to drink his stuff, he will wake up and package himself all by himself, without any Son SEEING him and coming under a CURSE.
I have learned- The MISTAKE of Moses in MARRYING an Ethiopian Woman has not taken away from him the MANTLE to make Mariam LEPROUS.
I have learned- that people should beware and careful of the likes of Assistant Pastor Aaron. They will lead you in a FIGHT AGAINST your GOD-GIVEN MOSES, but when it is time for Leprosy to be given, the oil on their head MAY save them, but the GULLIBLE Mariam will suffer alone for following what is wrong. Indeed it was Aaron that led the attack against Moses, yet it was Miriam alone that suffered Leprosy.
I have learned- The MAN who came to TELL King David that Saul had DIED, would have been expecting David to rejoice that "finally my enemy is dead."
Instead, King David killed him and said your BLOOD be upon your own HEAD for your MOUTH has TESTIFIED against you that you KILLED the LORD'S ANNOINTED.
I have learned- those going through the pain of betrayal, receive healing from God and come out stronger. Some are Bleeding and Leading at the same time, yet Grace sufficient for them.
I have learned-, Times and seasons belongs to God and He is mindful of His own.
I have learned- that nothing is difficult or impossible for God to do.
Rest on Opuda!
I'm eternal grateful to have had the good fortune of representing your prestigious dynasty.
Always.
Myne!
May 22, 2020
May 22, 2020
I just finished a documentary on the Life and Times of High Chief (Dr.) O. B. Lulu-Briggs, OON, DCF, DSSRS and trust me, Opuda’s story is always humbling and at the same time inspiring. In the last few days, reliving the most benevolent man I ever met almost brought me to tears because of the sudden realization that the world would have been a better place if it had his type in majority.
Today as we remember Opuda in evergreen memory I dare to say ‘He was a very special gift of Creation to an ungrateful world’.
OPUDA LIVES ON!
Today as we remember Opuda in evergreen memory I dare to say ‘He was a very special gift of Creation to an ungrateful world’.
OPUDA LIVES ON!
May 22, 2020
May 22, 2020
Today the 22nd May would be our Beloved Chief's 90th Birthday. The world is a sadder place without him and we miss him.
Marie Boyle & Ray Macklin
Marie Boyle & Ray Macklin
December 27, 2019
December 27, 2019
OPUDA THE GREAT! THE LEGEND! THE MAN!
Opuda, Ebuye Lulu, the great one who doesn't need a tap full of tears from anyone to be generous neither can you ever be blackmailed to be charitable. Chief, whose benevolence knows no bound, name, tribe, title, position or political affiliation yet stretches forth to the four corners of the earth. The loving Husband, Amazing Father and a wonderful boss. The big Daddy himself who never distinguishes between true born and associates, the phenomenal and exceptional personality, let me start by saying that my knowledge and service to you and your dynasty has kept me humbled for the revelation is stronger than the pain I feel with regards to all things.
So I ask, Oh death where is thy sting? Death you are wicked just like that the illnesses that first occupied him. Alabo my commander general, you shall always remain honoured regardless. Death cannot cancel your essence. For your sake Opuda, kings shall come to your rising. Oh my good chief, you sure do deserve better and an excellently befitting honour that is due you, you shall receive.
For many years I had cautioned myself that with you one needs not to make or create enemies especially not on your account. You were by every measure a man of great means and affluence. Hospitable but firm. Your strength of forgiveness makes unguarded people mostly small minded people to think that they are smart and as such struggle to give a narrative as it were you needed a voice other than yours to speak truth to power. Sadly, they never learn ( but that is a discussion for another day).
My boss and principal, you need no interpretations or reasons to be the mighty man of good fortunes. God himself blessed you and as such you in turn made it a duty to reach out to others no matter their status, class or convictions. You are indeed a worthy inspiration to upcoming solid business men and a sound investment mentor to the disciplined minds.
You were goodness and compassion personified. Your very presences commands respect and reverence, your entrance into any circle is beyond game changer it has always manifested in impactful life experiences and at all times you had stood tall to face life's challenges.
Chief, your passing has brought a lot of attention to your person especially in public view, diverse opinions, blames, accusations, abuse, mockery and very unimaginable things. Sadly, suddenly everyone has something to say about you, I am convinced knowing that God is God all by himself, this phase too shall pass.
Opuda it's a year already and am hopeful that these vilification would not be the best of things the world will read about you. For I know of a certainty that you deserve better in all ramifications
You were a man of great value and principles. You have affectionately touched life's for the better it is therefore not in doubt that against all odds posterity shall remain kind to you and establish your legacies in pleasant places.
Opuda, as far as I know your only adversary was indeed your own mind . Your time on earth reveals that fortune makes your friends for you, ill-fortune make them enemies for sure. So am not shocked and has long resolved never to be for am persuaded to believe that your dynasty shall wax stronger
My principal, my boss , my oga, my chief, my father, Alabo, Ebuye Lulu, Inikeiroari you have joined the host of heavenly beings and your mortal transition shall be magnificent.
God shall continue to speak over all that concerns you.
Always,
Myne
Opuda, Ebuye Lulu, the great one who doesn't need a tap full of tears from anyone to be generous neither can you ever be blackmailed to be charitable. Chief, whose benevolence knows no bound, name, tribe, title, position or political affiliation yet stretches forth to the four corners of the earth. The loving Husband, Amazing Father and a wonderful boss. The big Daddy himself who never distinguishes between true born and associates, the phenomenal and exceptional personality, let me start by saying that my knowledge and service to you and your dynasty has kept me humbled for the revelation is stronger than the pain I feel with regards to all things.
So I ask, Oh death where is thy sting? Death you are wicked just like that the illnesses that first occupied him. Alabo my commander general, you shall always remain honoured regardless. Death cannot cancel your essence. For your sake Opuda, kings shall come to your rising. Oh my good chief, you sure do deserve better and an excellently befitting honour that is due you, you shall receive.
For many years I had cautioned myself that with you one needs not to make or create enemies especially not on your account. You were by every measure a man of great means and affluence. Hospitable but firm. Your strength of forgiveness makes unguarded people mostly small minded people to think that they are smart and as such struggle to give a narrative as it were you needed a voice other than yours to speak truth to power. Sadly, they never learn ( but that is a discussion for another day).
My boss and principal, you need no interpretations or reasons to be the mighty man of good fortunes. God himself blessed you and as such you in turn made it a duty to reach out to others no matter their status, class or convictions. You are indeed a worthy inspiration to upcoming solid business men and a sound investment mentor to the disciplined minds.
You were goodness and compassion personified. Your very presences commands respect and reverence, your entrance into any circle is beyond game changer it has always manifested in impactful life experiences and at all times you had stood tall to face life's challenges.
Chief, your passing has brought a lot of attention to your person especially in public view, diverse opinions, blames, accusations, abuse, mockery and very unimaginable things. Sadly, suddenly everyone has something to say about you, I am convinced knowing that God is God all by himself, this phase too shall pass.
Opuda it's a year already and am hopeful that these vilification would not be the best of things the world will read about you. For I know of a certainty that you deserve better in all ramifications
You were a man of great value and principles. You have affectionately touched life's for the better it is therefore not in doubt that against all odds posterity shall remain kind to you and establish your legacies in pleasant places.
Opuda, as far as I know your only adversary was indeed your own mind . Your time on earth reveals that fortune makes your friends for you, ill-fortune make them enemies for sure. So am not shocked and has long resolved never to be for am persuaded to believe that your dynasty shall wax stronger
My principal, my boss , my oga, my chief, my father, Alabo, Ebuye Lulu, Inikeiroari you have joined the host of heavenly beings and your mortal transition shall be magnificent.
God shall continue to speak over all that concerns you.
Always,
Myne
December 2, 2019
December 2, 2019
Wow, for the second time inside University of Port Harcourt and I am seeing a building in your name, and vividly can remember hearing your name in Duncan Mighty's music among the Port Harcourt first sons. Sir, may the honour you represent and life of grace lived, outlive you and be replicated amongst this generation and generations yet unborn. Remain celebrated sir.
November 15, 2019
November 15, 2019
You are a great man Sir!I pay my respect!Since the day I came in contact with your name and your story,I have always admire your achievements!Your achievements are a great inspiration to me!Farewell High Chief O.B Lulu Briggs!You are Loved!
July 20, 2019
July 20, 2019
You are a unique man
June 12, 2019
June 12, 2019
High Chief O.B. Lulu-Briggs, a truly amazing man who I had the privilege to know for 20 years. He was an inspiration to me and the thought of never seeing him again brings tears and sadness but I know he will be our Guardian Angel forever and we will meet again one day in Heaven.
God Bless and may you now Rest in Peace.
God Bless and may you now Rest in Peace.
May 22, 2019
May 22, 2019
Opuda,today we celebrate your birthday. Your absence was felt indeed, but rest assured that your legacy lives on. We will always give full support to your darling wife and family to always keep your legacies forever fresh in the minds of humanity. Happy Birthday and continue to rest peacefully in the bossom of the Almighty.
May 1, 2019
May 1, 2019
Who is he,that has left an indelible mark in the sands of time,lived an exemplary life,and championed a philanthropic legacy for all to follow?
The one who is fondly known and called Opuda.
Dear Opuda,words are not adequate to describe your personality and character,but if asked to give a brief about you,then my one line brief would read thus;Opuda the leader with a heart to care,one that notices that people matter.
Eternal rest I pray God grants you and let perpetual light shine on you,while you rest in his bosom.
Adieu Opuda!
The one who is fondly known and called Opuda.
Dear Opuda,words are not adequate to describe your personality and character,but if asked to give a brief about you,then my one line brief would read thus;Opuda the leader with a heart to care,one that notices that people matter.
Eternal rest I pray God grants you and let perpetual light shine on you,while you rest in his bosom.
Adieu Opuda!
April 12, 2019
April 12, 2019
Ebuye lulu, I respect ur values and I pray to continue to emulate you. I saw you give, and give and shower love to the world, I went with him to strange places he kept giving love from Jesus to people, Chai!! He kept campaigning for christ (remember that he had health challenges) not to please man but to please God, hardly feel pains very strong man physically. Oga for fashion till date, lulu, the life u lived on earth is God's plan come true, my sympathy to NUMBER ONE MUMMY EBUYE SEINYE LULU BRIGGS, mummy polodabo have tried,,,, God rules, datiem, soso, dumo, iyewuna, Rachel, sofri, senebo, aima. may God console you all in Jesus name Amen
March 30, 2019
March 30, 2019
Dear High Chief, you were a kind philanthropist, epitome of humility, quintessential politician, astute businessman, a wonderful father, a proud son of Niger Delta and above all God-fearing. My Mother, Pastor Seinye Lulu-Briggs, I pray that you be comforted at this time and remember that our dear High Chief rests in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Adieu High Chief O.B Lulu-Briggs, God be with you till we meet to part no more.
Adieu High Chief O.B Lulu-Briggs, God be with you till we meet to part no more.
March 26, 2019
March 26, 2019
Tribute To My Lovely Uncle.
For everything there is a season, a time to be born and a time to die, a time to weep and a time to laugh.
Your death is a tragic one, I had never thought that I would still see you, but death has taken you away. Why? why?.
I could still remember when you shared your memories with me. How you taught and gave me advice, oh my uncle, my loving uncle, how death has taken you away.
Adieu Uncle
Adieu, Adieu
Rest in Peace.
Your
lovely Rebecca Akpan-Jacobs
For everything there is a season, a time to be born and a time to die, a time to weep and a time to laugh.
Your death is a tragic one, I had never thought that I would still see you, but death has taken you away. Why? why?.
I could still remember when you shared your memories with me. How you taught and gave me advice, oh my uncle, my loving uncle, how death has taken you away.
Adieu Uncle
Adieu, Adieu
Rest in Peace.
Your
lovely Rebecca Akpan-Jacobs
March 24, 2019
March 24, 2019
OH WHAT A GREAT LOSS,,,,,,,,,
Big Daddy, as we fondly call you. I remembered back in the days at Igbodo Street, the way you usually sit in the sitting room and make funny jokes, to the point that when you are serious about any issue we don't even know because of the way you lived with us.
You always make us scared but once we get in, you will start laughing , i also remember when you drop sweets on the table for over a month, when you couldn't find it, you call everyone and laugh over it, and you tell us that you trust us.
BIG DADDY,,, May your Gentle Soul Rest in Peace. AMEN
FROM :SONGO MARVA KENIGBOLO
Big Daddy, as we fondly call you. I remembered back in the days at Igbodo Street, the way you usually sit in the sitting room and make funny jokes, to the point that when you are serious about any issue we don't even know because of the way you lived with us.
You always make us scared but once we get in, you will start laughing , i also remember when you drop sweets on the table for over a month, when you couldn't find it, you call everyone and laugh over it, and you tell us that you trust us.
BIG DADDY,,, May your Gentle Soul Rest in Peace. AMEN
FROM :SONGO MARVA KENIGBOLO
March 23, 2019
March 23, 2019
TRIBUTE FROM FORMER EMPLOYEES OF MONI PULO:
With deep sense of loss, we the former employees of Moni Pulo Ltd (Petroleum Development), join our hearts in commiserating with the family of Late High Chief (Dr) Olu Benson Lulu-Briggs (OON).
Until his death, Chief, as we fondly call him was the founder and Executive Chairman of Moni Pulo Ltd (Petroleum Development).
In his lifetime and periods, we at various times shared with him, he was like a father to all; he cared for our welfare, always available to solve whatever individual personal problems he knew of, ensuring that everyone within his work family was happy. He imparted in us discipline, team spirit and purposeful hardwork, which has helped us in all our present endeavors. His fear of God and philanthropy knew no bounds and was legendary within and outside Nigeria.
He was deeply committed to the work of Christian Evangelism within and beyond Rivers State. Not only spreading the WORD but feeding the hungry.
To his wife and children we say, may the good Lord give you all the fortitude to bear this great loss.
May His Soul Rest in the bosom Of our Lord Jesus Christ.
This is signed by:
1. Pastor Adebayo Ayorinde
2. Mr Abiona Usikalu
3. Dr Monima Alabraba
4. Mr Ifie Sekibo
5. Mr Evans Amaso
6. Mr. Austin Alagoa
7. Mrs Constance Minimah
8. Mrs Julia Jacks
9. Mr Konju Briggs
10. Ms Ibiere Akpana
11. Mr Soibi Harry
12. Mr Omubo Princewill
13. Chief Ifuro-Iyalla
14. Mr Inemesit Sunday Ekong
15. Mrs Soma Ansa
16. Mr Willie Jack
17. Mr Meshack Briggs
18. Engr James Braide
19. Mrs Kate Alu-Ewa
20. Mr Evans D. Ibama
21. Chief Dr. Amonia Olulu Briggs
22. Mrs Obehi Eremiokhale
23. Mrs Cyrusba Dagogo-Jack
24. Ms Eno Umoh
25. Mrs Nnenna Onyegbado
26. Mr Virtue Amachree
27. Mr Fubara Awanta
28. Mr Dennis Osubu
29. Ms Asime Bala
30. Mr Kingsley Okehielem
31. Mr Ibrahim Usman
32. Mr Sagbe Harry
33. Mr Macaulay Doigha
34. Mrs Rosemary Chukwuisiocha
35. Mr Ochi Ikoku
36. Mr Nkem Ejiofor
37. Mrs Adetokunbo Bob-Manuel
38. Mr Maurice Ekong
39. Mr Charles Kwosah
40. Engr. Igoniwari Green
41. Mrs Belema Briggs
42. Dr Sikiopiri Mac-Barango
43. Mr Karibo Amachree
44. Mrs Mary Krukrubo
45. Barr Adokiye E.T. Briggs
46. Mr Sotonye Boyle
47. Mrs Mathilda Ovuru
48. Mr Jerome Onwunalu
49. Dr Mrs Mabel Nnadi
50. Mr Aselemi Uku
51. Mrs Helen Adonkie
52. Mr. Samuel Atteh
53. Mr Joseph Okpono
54. Dr Victor Biu
55. Pastor Osaki Robinson
56. Mr Tonye Jack
57. Engr Mrs Chantal Chizea
58. Mrs Margaret Sanni
59.Mr Oke Olanipekun Paul
60. Mrs Tengi Umoh
61. Mrs Pamela Barango
62. Mr Prefa Oki
63 Mr Opuwari Lawson
64. Mr Benibo Dagogo-Jack
65. Mrs Adenike Abraham
66. Mr Josephus Manuel
67. Mr Mpakaboari George
68.Mr Damiete Amachree
69. Mr Michael Sogbosi
70. Mr Dyrise Ogbe
71. Mr Joseph Udoh
72. Mr Elliot Bull
73. Mr Biobele Kio-Lawson
74. Mr Sotonye Georgewill
75. Mr Owanaba Briggs
76. Ms Elizabeth Swanwick
77. Mr Kwamena Blankson.
78. Mr Kayode Thomas
79. Mr Otu Ekpenyong
80. Mr Etifit Edet Etifit
81. Mr Orok Ekpo-Edem
82. Ms. Kaliwana Ali
83. Mr. Gbenga Ajala
84. Mr. Awoye Akalaba
85.Miss Juliet Orjiude
86.Mrs Stella Ofori-Michael
87. Mr Gregg Moser
88. Mr Declan Freeley
89. Ms Minna Abbey-Kalio
90. Mr Daperi Amachree
91. Mrs Roseline Braide
92. Mr Taiwo Adeoyin
93. Mr Tonye Fiberesima
94. Mr Richard Camp
With deep sense of loss, we the former employees of Moni Pulo Ltd (Petroleum Development), join our hearts in commiserating with the family of Late High Chief (Dr) Olu Benson Lulu-Briggs (OON).
Until his death, Chief, as we fondly call him was the founder and Executive Chairman of Moni Pulo Ltd (Petroleum Development).
In his lifetime and periods, we at various times shared with him, he was like a father to all; he cared for our welfare, always available to solve whatever individual personal problems he knew of, ensuring that everyone within his work family was happy. He imparted in us discipline, team spirit and purposeful hardwork, which has helped us in all our present endeavors. His fear of God and philanthropy knew no bounds and was legendary within and outside Nigeria.
He was deeply committed to the work of Christian Evangelism within and beyond Rivers State. Not only spreading the WORD but feeding the hungry.
To his wife and children we say, may the good Lord give you all the fortitude to bear this great loss.
May His Soul Rest in the bosom Of our Lord Jesus Christ.
This is signed by:
1. Pastor Adebayo Ayorinde
2. Mr Abiona Usikalu
3. Dr Monima Alabraba
4. Mr Ifie Sekibo
5. Mr Evans Amaso
6. Mr. Austin Alagoa
7. Mrs Constance Minimah
8. Mrs Julia Jacks
9. Mr Konju Briggs
10. Ms Ibiere Akpana
11. Mr Soibi Harry
12. Mr Omubo Princewill
13. Chief Ifuro-Iyalla
14. Mr Inemesit Sunday Ekong
15. Mrs Soma Ansa
16. Mr Willie Jack
17. Mr Meshack Briggs
18. Engr James Braide
19. Mrs Kate Alu-Ewa
20. Mr Evans D. Ibama
21. Chief Dr. Amonia Olulu Briggs
22. Mrs Obehi Eremiokhale
23. Mrs Cyrusba Dagogo-Jack
24. Ms Eno Umoh
25. Mrs Nnenna Onyegbado
26. Mr Virtue Amachree
27. Mr Fubara Awanta
28. Mr Dennis Osubu
29. Ms Asime Bala
30. Mr Kingsley Okehielem
31. Mr Ibrahim Usman
32. Mr Sagbe Harry
33. Mr Macaulay Doigha
34. Mrs Rosemary Chukwuisiocha
35. Mr Ochi Ikoku
36. Mr Nkem Ejiofor
37. Mrs Adetokunbo Bob-Manuel
38. Mr Maurice Ekong
39. Mr Charles Kwosah
40. Engr. Igoniwari Green
41. Mrs Belema Briggs
42. Dr Sikiopiri Mac-Barango
43. Mr Karibo Amachree
44. Mrs Mary Krukrubo
45. Barr Adokiye E.T. Briggs
46. Mr Sotonye Boyle
47. Mrs Mathilda Ovuru
48. Mr Jerome Onwunalu
49. Dr Mrs Mabel Nnadi
50. Mr Aselemi Uku
51. Mrs Helen Adonkie
52. Mr. Samuel Atteh
53. Mr Joseph Okpono
54. Dr Victor Biu
55. Pastor Osaki Robinson
56. Mr Tonye Jack
57. Engr Mrs Chantal Chizea
58. Mrs Margaret Sanni
59.Mr Oke Olanipekun Paul
60. Mrs Tengi Umoh
61. Mrs Pamela Barango
62. Mr Prefa Oki
63 Mr Opuwari Lawson
64. Mr Benibo Dagogo-Jack
65. Mrs Adenike Abraham
66. Mr Josephus Manuel
67. Mr Mpakaboari George
68.Mr Damiete Amachree
69. Mr Michael Sogbosi
70. Mr Dyrise Ogbe
71. Mr Joseph Udoh
72. Mr Elliot Bull
73. Mr Biobele Kio-Lawson
74. Mr Sotonye Georgewill
75. Mr Owanaba Briggs
76. Ms Elizabeth Swanwick
77. Mr Kwamena Blankson.
78. Mr Kayode Thomas
79. Mr Otu Ekpenyong
80. Mr Etifit Edet Etifit
81. Mr Orok Ekpo-Edem
82. Ms. Kaliwana Ali
83. Mr. Gbenga Ajala
84. Mr. Awoye Akalaba
85.Miss Juliet Orjiude
86.Mrs Stella Ofori-Michael
87. Mr Gregg Moser
88. Mr Declan Freeley
89. Ms Minna Abbey-Kalio
90. Mr Daperi Amachree
91. Mrs Roseline Braide
92. Mr Taiwo Adeoyin
93. Mr Tonye Fiberesima
94. Mr Richard Camp
March 21, 2019
March 21, 2019
My first encounter with High Chief (Dr) O. B Lulu-Briggs was in 1992 at the DPR office in, Port Harcourt Rivers State.
He had so much passion for his company Monipulo which showed, as he would personally visit our office to ensure all issues concerning Monipulo were resolved promptly.
Chief was a good man, a wonderful host, an eloquent speaker, highly respected, kind and God fearing and was a great philanthropist. He was one of the pioneers of indigenisation in the Nigerian oil industry.
He will be greatly missed.
May God grant his family and his wife fortitude during this trying period.
To our beloved high chief Adieu !
Mrs Pat Maseli
He had so much passion for his company Monipulo which showed, as he would personally visit our office to ensure all issues concerning Monipulo were resolved promptly.
Chief was a good man, a wonderful host, an eloquent speaker, highly respected, kind and God fearing and was a great philanthropist. He was one of the pioneers of indigenisation in the Nigerian oil industry.
He will be greatly missed.
May God grant his family and his wife fortitude during this trying period.
To our beloved high chief Adieu !
Mrs Pat Maseli
March 20, 2019
March 20, 2019
Tribute to an Icon and Philanthropist of Indefatigable Repute: High Chief(Dr) O B Lulu-Briggs (1930-2018). If it were by human power, then your passing would've been resisted vehemently by many even outside you family lines. The psalmist said in psalm 37:37-Mark the perfect man and behold the upright, for the end of that man is peace......You left us peacefully when we least expected it. You were indeed a good man from another planet sent by God to salvage the poor and needy. What you did for my daughter ( miss Ibikuno Otonye Douglas now Mrs Benibo) whom you sent to America for spinal cord surgery in 2008 & 2009 is still very fresh in our hearts..........We cannot question God why you had to leave now because ``precious in the sight of the Lord is the passing of His saints´´(psalm 116:15). Our loss is heaven's gain. While we wholeheartedly mourn your demise, we pray that the Almighty grants the wife, Dr(Mrs) Seinye O. B. Lulu-Briggs and the entire families the fortitude to bear this colossal and irreparable loss. We love you daddy
but Jesus loves you most. Adieu OpuAlabo! Dcn & Mrs Otonye Douglas
but Jesus loves you most. Adieu OpuAlabo! Dcn & Mrs Otonye Douglas
March 15, 2019
March 15, 2019
To My Chief...
You chose to leave when I least expect after surviving all the threats. You took me as an equal whilst being a play ful young lady representing my company . Your family adopted me as part of it. Your giving humble, honest, persona will always be remembered. You made an impact in my life by just being you. Your wife, my sister and friend will always be in my life. You will always be in my heart as you said a lot of words without saying them as your expression sometimes was all I needed to read to feel what you are feeling. May your wonderful soul Rest In Peace you traversed your life journey with grace and touched plenty people in it . Your legacy should leave forever, from humble backgroung to greater heights whilst fully embracing your background. Rest In Peace My Chief
You chose to leave when I least expect after surviving all the threats. You took me as an equal whilst being a play ful young lady representing my company . Your family adopted me as part of it. Your giving humble, honest, persona will always be remembered. You made an impact in my life by just being you. Your wife, my sister and friend will always be in my life. You will always be in my heart as you said a lot of words without saying them as your expression sometimes was all I needed to read to feel what you are feeling. May your wonderful soul Rest In Peace you traversed your life journey with grace and touched plenty people in it . Your legacy should leave forever, from humble backgroung to greater heights whilst fully embracing your background. Rest In Peace My Chief
February 8, 2019
February 8, 2019
Daddy ur life is worth celebrating..
I learnt a lot from u...
I know u are in a very glorious place, a place I look forward to, HEAVEN.
Ur greatness was in ur humility and the love for the propagation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
U were a good man, my father and my friend.
I won't let u down...I will make u proud.
I will see u again of that am sure.
I learnt a lot from u...
I know u are in a very glorious place, a place I look forward to, HEAVEN.
Ur greatness was in ur humility and the love for the propagation of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
U were a good man, my father and my friend.
I won't let u down...I will make u proud.
I will see u again of that am sure.
February 3, 2019
February 3, 2019
FAREWELL TO A LEGENDRY GEM
When the imaginary that Opuda is no more comes on, I tend to ask;
Why would death take away our King at a time when his Kingdom needs him?
Why would death take away our Chief Servant when his Subjects need him?
Why would death take away our Shepherd from his Flocks at the height of winds and storms?
Why would death take away a great leader from his people when they see no successor near to lead?
Why would death take away our Father from his Family when we have barely learnt a little to uphold the values and benevolence he hath shown?
Oh death, how cruel and impulsive you are!
No man can ever question God. However, these questions and many more pop out as I reminisce moments with you. I could only rest my case and key my conscience to the fact that you are the Abraham of our generation.
As the song writer would rightly put it, “Fading away like the Stars of the Morning… Only remembered by the works we have done…” We shall continue to remember you for your gifts, love for your Kingdom, State and entire Humanity, your act of benevolence and Godly living.
Opuda, the love for one another and act of benevolence which you had taught us that we are already practicing, shall go from us onto our generations yet unborn. Above all, the fear of God that you bestowed, shall be an indelible part of our lives.
Saying “Farewell” is most difficult now. Howbeit, we would, with the consolation that you have gone to be with your maker to rest eternally from the worries of this world.
Sleep On, Opuda!!!
Soye Daerego Clifford (Mrs.)
When the imaginary that Opuda is no more comes on, I tend to ask;
Why would death take away our King at a time when his Kingdom needs him?
Why would death take away our Chief Servant when his Subjects need him?
Why would death take away our Shepherd from his Flocks at the height of winds and storms?
Why would death take away a great leader from his people when they see no successor near to lead?
Why would death take away our Father from his Family when we have barely learnt a little to uphold the values and benevolence he hath shown?
Oh death, how cruel and impulsive you are!
No man can ever question God. However, these questions and many more pop out as I reminisce moments with you. I could only rest my case and key my conscience to the fact that you are the Abraham of our generation.
As the song writer would rightly put it, “Fading away like the Stars of the Morning… Only remembered by the works we have done…” We shall continue to remember you for your gifts, love for your Kingdom, State and entire Humanity, your act of benevolence and Godly living.
Opuda, the love for one another and act of benevolence which you had taught us that we are already practicing, shall go from us onto our generations yet unborn. Above all, the fear of God that you bestowed, shall be an indelible part of our lives.
Saying “Farewell” is most difficult now. Howbeit, we would, with the consolation that you have gone to be with your maker to rest eternally from the worries of this world.
Sleep On, Opuda!!!
Soye Daerego Clifford (Mrs.)
February 1, 2019
February 1, 2019
Karibi T. George, Esq.; FNIPR; rpa; CT
TRIBUTE TO
HIGH CHIEF (DR) OLU BENSON LULU-BRIGGS, OON, DCF, DSSRS
(1930-2018)
I first heard of High Chief O. B. Lulu-Briggs in the late 1970s and early 1980s when he was (I believe) National Vice Chairman of the National Party of Nigeria (NPN). Later, I became aware of his construction, hospitality, and oil exploration businesses which provided gainful employment for Nigerians and expatriates. I even had the pleasure of physical proximity to him when he lived on Igbodo Street, old GRA, Port Harcourt, Nigeria where my parents also resided at the time.
I became a “member of his family” when his “help meet” Pastor (Dr., Mrs.) Seinye O.B. Lulu Briggs first engaged me in December 2007 to anchor the family Christmas Cantata at Onubio, Abonnema. That experience started the incremental, progressive revelation to me of the extent of the business of philanthropy the family was engaged in, principally through the O. B. Lulu-Briggs Foundation, a formal platform for the organized and structured approach to the business of service to humanity. His philanthropic activities were still carried on informally, through personal, unannounced, good deeds, including surgery to correct a spinal disorder in America for the child of my friend!
High Chief O. B. Lulu-Briggs did not neglect his Christian faith. Indeed, his contributions to evangelizing the world earned him the appellation “Defender of the Christian Faith (DCF)”.
We have lost to heaven, a former public servant; an astute politician; an entrepreneur and employer of labour; a defender of the Christian faith; a man honoured and decorated by country, state and community; a beacon of hope, a model and socio-economic influencer. We believe God will maintain his legacies through his family and the other structures he established.
May God grant his wife Seinye, his children and grandchildren, the staff of his business empire, the Kalabari Kingdom, and the world at large, the equanimity to praise God for the life of High Chief (Dr.) Olu Benson Lulu-Briggs, OON, DCF, DSSRS. Amen!
Karibi T. George
Sgd.
TRIBUTE TO
HIGH CHIEF (DR) OLU BENSON LULU-BRIGGS, OON, DCF, DSSRS
(1930-2018)
I first heard of High Chief O. B. Lulu-Briggs in the late 1970s and early 1980s when he was (I believe) National Vice Chairman of the National Party of Nigeria (NPN). Later, I became aware of his construction, hospitality, and oil exploration businesses which provided gainful employment for Nigerians and expatriates. I even had the pleasure of physical proximity to him when he lived on Igbodo Street, old GRA, Port Harcourt, Nigeria where my parents also resided at the time.
I became a “member of his family” when his “help meet” Pastor (Dr., Mrs.) Seinye O.B. Lulu Briggs first engaged me in December 2007 to anchor the family Christmas Cantata at Onubio, Abonnema. That experience started the incremental, progressive revelation to me of the extent of the business of philanthropy the family was engaged in, principally through the O. B. Lulu-Briggs Foundation, a formal platform for the organized and structured approach to the business of service to humanity. His philanthropic activities were still carried on informally, through personal, unannounced, good deeds, including surgery to correct a spinal disorder in America for the child of my friend!
High Chief O. B. Lulu-Briggs did not neglect his Christian faith. Indeed, his contributions to evangelizing the world earned him the appellation “Defender of the Christian Faith (DCF)”.
We have lost to heaven, a former public servant; an astute politician; an entrepreneur and employer of labour; a defender of the Christian faith; a man honoured and decorated by country, state and community; a beacon of hope, a model and socio-economic influencer. We believe God will maintain his legacies through his family and the other structures he established.
May God grant his wife Seinye, his children and grandchildren, the staff of his business empire, the Kalabari Kingdom, and the world at large, the equanimity to praise God for the life of High Chief (Dr.) Olu Benson Lulu-Briggs, OON, DCF, DSSRS. Amen!
Karibi T. George
Sgd.
January 31, 2019
January 31, 2019
Chief O B Lulu- Briggs was a jewel of inestimable value, a detribalised philanthropist, a visionary & charismatic leader, core businessman and a good father to all . Like in the words of Shakespeare ' life is no more than a walking shadow, a poor player that struts & frets his hour upon stage and is heard no more' Sir, you will surely be missed & will always be remembered for all your good gestures on earth. My humble prayer is that you receive the crown of glory that God has prepared for those who were faithful to the end. Sleep well till we meet to part no more Amen.
January 30, 2019
January 30, 2019
Opu Da, it's extremely difficult to accept this crystal truth, the pains last longer than the memories. It pleases God Almighty and we say thanks to God for a devoted life well spent to His glory. We can't forget you in a hurry as you have left a tie/trace to many families and homes on Earth. Rest in God's pleasant peace where Jesus Christ rules. We love you. Dein na mu Opu Da.
January 30, 2019
January 30, 2019
HIGH CHIEF. O.B.LULU-BRIGGS (OON)
Dear father- the father of the downtrodden; father of the impecunious, indigent in the society. Big Daddy; I had the opportunity of serving you and felt your kindness, goodness and philanthropic enterprise that you showed to all NIGERIANS, even those in the diaspora.
BIG DADDY, you left us when we needed you most. I know, a thousand word won't bring you back; neither will a thousand tears.
The unbearable pains of your departure cannot be erased from minds particularly your wife and best friend (our mother) Dr.(Mrs.) SEINYE. O. B.LULU-BRIGGS. May God continue to strengthen her to bear the irreplaceable and irreparable loss. Amen.
BIG DADDY. Indeed, you will be remembered forever.
Chief. O.B.LULU-BRIGGS (OON). May your gentle soul rest in peace.
(OKPORO BINOYE)
Dear father- the father of the downtrodden; father of the impecunious, indigent in the society. Big Daddy; I had the opportunity of serving you and felt your kindness, goodness and philanthropic enterprise that you showed to all NIGERIANS, even those in the diaspora.
BIG DADDY, you left us when we needed you most. I know, a thousand word won't bring you back; neither will a thousand tears.
The unbearable pains of your departure cannot be erased from minds particularly your wife and best friend (our mother) Dr.(Mrs.) SEINYE. O. B.LULU-BRIGGS. May God continue to strengthen her to bear the irreplaceable and irreparable loss. Amen.
BIG DADDY. Indeed, you will be remembered forever.
Chief. O.B.LULU-BRIGGS (OON). May your gentle soul rest in peace.
(OKPORO BINOYE)
January 26, 2019
January 26, 2019
Opu Alabo,
You were a Father, mentor and role model to many. We cherish the memory of the times we interacted closely with you. You touched our world so positively and you blessed the lives of multitudes. We thank God for the exemplary life you lived here on Earth and pray that the Lord will grant your soul eternal rest in heaven. Amen. Our thoughts and prayers are with Alabota (Chief) Seinye O. B. Lulu-Briggs and the entire O. B. Lulu-Briggs family. May God Almighty comfort and strengthen you all.
Chief & Mrs. Deinabo C. T. Horsfall
You were a Father, mentor and role model to many. We cherish the memory of the times we interacted closely with you. You touched our world so positively and you blessed the lives of multitudes. We thank God for the exemplary life you lived here on Earth and pray that the Lord will grant your soul eternal rest in heaven. Amen. Our thoughts and prayers are with Alabota (Chief) Seinye O. B. Lulu-Briggs and the entire O. B. Lulu-Briggs family. May God Almighty comfort and strengthen you all.
Chief & Mrs. Deinabo C. T. Horsfall
January 26, 2019
January 26, 2019
TRIBUTE FOR THE LAST DON (OPUDA)
The bell has yet tolls once again,
The singers render the farewell benediction,
The pastor conduct the obsequies rituals
Signifying the departure of the body’s guest
Of one greatly great and greatest of all,
While mother EARTH awaits her sumptuous feast.
Fashioned eight decades and eight ago,
Looks seemingly young in age,
Yet great in deeds and in frame of mind
Like Solomon in the golden might
Yet faded so soon like the stars of the morning.
The greatest of a mentor ever known
The anchor of my purest though, the nurse
The guide, the guardian of my heart and
Soul of my moral being,
Though death shall continue to hunt my ego.
A devotee of exemplary note
Born to lead as he’s wont to doth
Service to humanity his pleasure lies
Peculiar and distinct in the realm of love
Esteem by all yet humblest of the low
Yet gone too soon like a candle fast burnt.
The bird’s scurries back into their nets,
The mosquitoes buzz with renewed vengeance,
While the fishes all at the banks appear
For nature to them is all in all
Grieving and wailing they doth like men
For the passage of a gem and a father to all.
A trauma and sad perplexity that pains and jolts
Solace we will take for a life well lived
Of his substance garland we will bind
To balm our searing soul from tears and pains.
Seinye and Senibo grief ye not
Dumo, Ibifiri, Solate, Rachael, Dateim and Iyowuna sob no more
Friend, brothers, sisters and all do mourn not in vain
For He that giveth had taketh back again
Remember ye all his omniscience injunction
To give him glory in Birth and in Death.
Though His bosom your abode doth live
Though helpless and hopeless we are in death
Since the death remedied is none
Best is that we for death dispone
After our death that live may we:-
Adieu! Adieu!! Adieu!!! OPUDA by Chief Daerego Clifford JP
The bell has yet tolls once again,
The singers render the farewell benediction,
The pastor conduct the obsequies rituals
Signifying the departure of the body’s guest
Of one greatly great and greatest of all,
While mother EARTH awaits her sumptuous feast.
Fashioned eight decades and eight ago,
Looks seemingly young in age,
Yet great in deeds and in frame of mind
Like Solomon in the golden might
Yet faded so soon like the stars of the morning.
The greatest of a mentor ever known
The anchor of my purest though, the nurse
The guide, the guardian of my heart and
Soul of my moral being,
Though death shall continue to hunt my ego.
A devotee of exemplary note
Born to lead as he’s wont to doth
Service to humanity his pleasure lies
Peculiar and distinct in the realm of love
Esteem by all yet humblest of the low
Yet gone too soon like a candle fast burnt.
The bird’s scurries back into their nets,
The mosquitoes buzz with renewed vengeance,
While the fishes all at the banks appear
For nature to them is all in all
Grieving and wailing they doth like men
For the passage of a gem and a father to all.
A trauma and sad perplexity that pains and jolts
Solace we will take for a life well lived
Of his substance garland we will bind
To balm our searing soul from tears and pains.
Seinye and Senibo grief ye not
Dumo, Ibifiri, Solate, Rachael, Dateim and Iyowuna sob no more
Friend, brothers, sisters and all do mourn not in vain
For He that giveth had taketh back again
Remember ye all his omniscience injunction
To give him glory in Birth and in Death.
Though His bosom your abode doth live
Though helpless and hopeless we are in death
Since the death remedied is none
Best is that we for death dispone
After our death that live may we:-
Adieu! Adieu!! Adieu!!! OPUDA by Chief Daerego Clifford JP
January 26, 2019
January 26, 2019
High Chief (Dr.) Olu Benson Lulu-Briggs OON,DCF,DSSRS. Paramount Head, Oruwari (BRIGGS) House.
My greatest benefactor. The story of my life, my success can not be written without the name of Chief O. B. Lulu-Briggs (OPUDA meaning Big Father) being mentioned. I had known him as far back as 1989 when I was barely 6years old, back then I'd follow my dad Late Renner Robinson Briggs to his office at #1 Harbour Road, Port Harcourt, where First Bank is currently situated, the next building is Rachael Hotel back then it was still under construction, OPUDA will usually send for me or come and pick me from my Dad's office himself, and return me when he closes, I had fond memories of him then. We lost contact for almost 10years until my Dad died in 1999, OPUDA ordered Rachael Hotel to bring food for us at home twice a day for almost 3months. In 2002, I went to see him at Moni Pulo when they were still at Harbour Road,to show him my JAMB and WAEC results and that was how OPUDA gave me scholarship to study Medicine and Surgery at the University of Port Harcourt. Today I am a Medical Doctor because he gave me an opportunity to be educated, for every life I have saved and will continue to save OPUDA received and will continue to receive diamonds on his crown of glory even in Heaven. A man whose compassion and benevolence is second to none. Very humble and meek in all his deeds, relates with all class of people irrespective of their social strata. He was a great disciplinarian... One day I went to his office, greeted him and just sat down on the chair, he immediately ordered me to stand up and asked me " have I asked you to sit down? You don't sit until you are offered a sit next time". I sweated to my pants that day.
To live in the hearts of mortals is to be immortal. For me the day OPUDA died was the day he was born to immortality.
OPUDA is no more with us in flesh but he has planted his seeds of kindness, love, compassion, charity and benevolence in many including me, we must let these seeds grow and water others as we have been watered, bless others as we have been blessed, do charity as it has been done unto us, if we all do these then OPUDA will never truly die, because he'd be living in and through us. To this Noble cause I pledge my energy, expertise and resources as God shall provide.
ADIEU OPUDA... You have laboured, Rest you must now.
Dr. Bieye Renner Briggs (MBBS,MPH)
My greatest benefactor. The story of my life, my success can not be written without the name of Chief O. B. Lulu-Briggs (OPUDA meaning Big Father) being mentioned. I had known him as far back as 1989 when I was barely 6years old, back then I'd follow my dad Late Renner Robinson Briggs to his office at #1 Harbour Road, Port Harcourt, where First Bank is currently situated, the next building is Rachael Hotel back then it was still under construction, OPUDA will usually send for me or come and pick me from my Dad's office himself, and return me when he closes, I had fond memories of him then. We lost contact for almost 10years until my Dad died in 1999, OPUDA ordered Rachael Hotel to bring food for us at home twice a day for almost 3months. In 2002, I went to see him at Moni Pulo when they were still at Harbour Road,to show him my JAMB and WAEC results and that was how OPUDA gave me scholarship to study Medicine and Surgery at the University of Port Harcourt. Today I am a Medical Doctor because he gave me an opportunity to be educated, for every life I have saved and will continue to save OPUDA received and will continue to receive diamonds on his crown of glory even in Heaven. A man whose compassion and benevolence is second to none. Very humble and meek in all his deeds, relates with all class of people irrespective of their social strata. He was a great disciplinarian... One day I went to his office, greeted him and just sat down on the chair, he immediately ordered me to stand up and asked me " have I asked you to sit down? You don't sit until you are offered a sit next time". I sweated to my pants that day.
To live in the hearts of mortals is to be immortal. For me the day OPUDA died was the day he was born to immortality.
OPUDA is no more with us in flesh but he has planted his seeds of kindness, love, compassion, charity and benevolence in many including me, we must let these seeds grow and water others as we have been watered, bless others as we have been blessed, do charity as it has been done unto us, if we all do these then OPUDA will never truly die, because he'd be living in and through us. To this Noble cause I pledge my energy, expertise and resources as God shall provide.
ADIEU OPUDA... You have laboured, Rest you must now.
Dr. Bieye Renner Briggs (MBBS,MPH)
January 26, 2019
January 26, 2019
High Chief . Dr. O . B. Lulu Briggs. your philanthropic lifestyle was a blessing to human race, kind hearted, passionate and a father to all . I greatly will miss you for many wonderful deeds through your foundation, I admire your accomplished life and footprints you left in this sinful world . I love you beyond words. May your loving soul rest in God's bosom . Adieu Opuda. Inikeiroriari of Niger delta.Icon of God's grace and blessings.
January 26, 2019
January 26, 2019
Dearest High Chief,
The news of your passing was a big shock, and my first thought was 'how will your dear wife cope without you by her side?'! Then I remembered how strong she is in her FAITH in God...
Now, you're resting in the arms of your Father and your beautiful legacy on earth, will never die!!!
The Holy Spirit will continue to comfort us, meanwhile, sleep on till we all meet to part no more...Opuda lives on forever in our hearts and lives!!!
Adesuwa Ike and family
The news of your passing was a big shock, and my first thought was 'how will your dear wife cope without you by her side?'! Then I remembered how strong she is in her FAITH in God...
Now, you're resting in the arms of your Father and your beautiful legacy on earth, will never die!!!
The Holy Spirit will continue to comfort us, meanwhile, sleep on till we all meet to part no more...Opuda lives on forever in our hearts and lives!!!
Adesuwa Ike and family
January 26, 2019
January 26, 2019
To say that you lived a life of high impact is to completely understate how you lived and how you affected the lives of people. You were blind to ethnicity, gender, age, race...all you sought was to encourage the latent talent in everyone to manifest for the good of the world. Watching you live your life taught me generosity of spirit, love for my fellow man, appreciation for and courtesy towards all who surrounded you and attended your events. You loved your wife Seinye and showed everyone who cared to see, how to cherish one’s rib. You loved your children and loved to have them around you always. Indeed you loved hearing the sound of children’s voices in your home almost as much as you loved to hear the strains of hymns and classical music floating through your home. When it came to business, you had unwavering focus, determination and discipline. You always turned up, you always were punctual and once you accepted an invitation to attend an event, you would be there. When it came to generosity, you gave unstintingly. For everyone who has truly come in contact with you, from afar or close up, we have all been watered by the waters of your love and we all have valuable lessons that we have learned and can replicate. You will be forever remembered, High Chief. You will be forever loved. The fragrance of your life lingers on. Rest In Peace, Sir. Rest In Peace. Julia, Fenibo and Ekanem Jacks
January 25, 2019
January 25, 2019
We have lost a great man, a philanthropist, a blessing to so many... I'm very sure Heaven has received another Angel! Rest well Opuda!
January 25, 2019
January 25, 2019
Opuda, It has been said of Men, that some are born great and others achieve greatness through the course of their lifetime. In speaking of the High Chief Dr. O.B. Lulu-Briggs both statements hold true. The Bible says “You will know them by their fruit...” ( Matthew 7:16) and “Wherefore by their fruits ye shall know them.” (Matthew 7:20). These scriptures embody the life, character and spirit of High Chief (Dr) O.B. Lulu-Briggs. Fruit has within the seeds that can produce more fruit. Through the life of Big Daddy, he has impacted the lives of thousands of people such that his fruit, benevolence, love, acts of kindness will carry on through many generations.
Thank God, we as a family have been personally blessed by Big Daddy and his lovely wife Seinye Lulu-Briggs. Their generosity, love and kindness has proven that to us that the love of God has truly been embodied in human beings. We wish that the world could have a glimpse of all that God has used High Chief O.B. Lulu-Briggs and Seinye Lulu-Briggs to do. He will be sorely missed as a beacon to the community and embodiment of Godliness as a Nigerian. Rest in Christ Big Daddy.
With our love and encouragement for Seinye O.B. Lulu-Briggs, his children, grand-children, siblings and family members.
Mr. & Mrs. CJ Bedell and Family.
Thank God, we as a family have been personally blessed by Big Daddy and his lovely wife Seinye Lulu-Briggs. Their generosity, love and kindness has proven that to us that the love of God has truly been embodied in human beings. We wish that the world could have a glimpse of all that God has used High Chief O.B. Lulu-Briggs and Seinye Lulu-Briggs to do. He will be sorely missed as a beacon to the community and embodiment of Godliness as a Nigerian. Rest in Christ Big Daddy.
With our love and encouragement for Seinye O.B. Lulu-Briggs, his children, grand-children, siblings and family members.
Mr. & Mrs. CJ Bedell and Family.
January 25, 2019
January 25, 2019
To the man of the people, a man with the heart of gold...words can't express your personality..I've confidence that you've gone to be with our maker,and that alone gives me joy..you'd be missed grately...rest on icon of peace,a philanthropist and a leader... Adieu Sir
January 25, 2019
January 25, 2019
High Chief Olu Benson Lulu Briggs was a man who came to this world with a divine mission. He grew to understand this mission and set out with all that he was to fulfil the mission: made friends far and wide with his God given wealth, made multitude of different classes of the NEEDY to know and experience the truth, reality and faithfulness of our God being Jehovah Jireh.
Above all, he invested part of his wealth in the works of Christian Evangelism, winning souls into God's Kingdom.
As you lay down in your final rest Chief, may our good God remember the good works you did for Him as His worthy ambassador on this earth.
Rest in Peace
Mr. & Mrs. Abiona Usikalu
Above all, he invested part of his wealth in the works of Christian Evangelism, winning souls into God's Kingdom.
As you lay down in your final rest Chief, may our good God remember the good works you did for Him as His worthy ambassador on this earth.
Rest in Peace
Mr. & Mrs. Abiona Usikalu
January 24, 2019
January 24, 2019
High Chief (Dr.) O. B. Lulu-Briggs, OON, DCF, DSSRS: Humanitarian Par Excellence
Opuda as we fondly called you; the Oruwari-Briggs War Canoe House will forever miss you. The vacuum you left will be hard to fill; your love for the Oruwari Briggs War Canoe House is inestimable. Generations of the GREAT BRIGGS House will forever remember and celebrate you in life. You have positively touched many lives. You built homes for the homeless, you employed the unemployed without rigorous employment procedures, you care for the elderly, you reached the unreached etc. Opuda! your good deeds are inestimable.
Opuda you are truly a humanitarian Par Excellence, I remember my first direct encounter with you in the year 2006 when my brothers and I visited you on one faithful Sunday morning at your residence, 17 Ogbodo Street, Old GRA, Port Harcourt. When you heard our names you ask the security men at the gate to immediately let us in and you attended to our needs wholeheartedly. Opuda! I also remember how excited you were when you learnt that we are all potential engineers as at then (Mechanical, Electrical and Civil) and you were very pleased to have us as future Engineers for the Briggs family.
We requested for 6 months industrial training placement in your establishment (Moni Paulo) but you gave us more than what we requested. You instantly approved our I.T placement with an annual scholarship for the rest of our schooling which is 200% more than what multinational Companies offers to their beneficiaries.
With the help of your unalloyed benevolence, I have fulfilled part of your wish for us your children and promised to continue to strive to make you proud.
I am writing this eulogy with heavy heart, but in all I give thanks to God Almighty because you lived a fulfilled life.
OPUDA! I love you wholeheartedly
OPUDA! You have gone to be with the Lord but your legacy will live forever
OPUDA! Dein Na Mu
Ipalibo I. Briggs
Opuda as we fondly called you; the Oruwari-Briggs War Canoe House will forever miss you. The vacuum you left will be hard to fill; your love for the Oruwari Briggs War Canoe House is inestimable. Generations of the GREAT BRIGGS House will forever remember and celebrate you in life. You have positively touched many lives. You built homes for the homeless, you employed the unemployed without rigorous employment procedures, you care for the elderly, you reached the unreached etc. Opuda! your good deeds are inestimable.
Opuda you are truly a humanitarian Par Excellence, I remember my first direct encounter with you in the year 2006 when my brothers and I visited you on one faithful Sunday morning at your residence, 17 Ogbodo Street, Old GRA, Port Harcourt. When you heard our names you ask the security men at the gate to immediately let us in and you attended to our needs wholeheartedly. Opuda! I also remember how excited you were when you learnt that we are all potential engineers as at then (Mechanical, Electrical and Civil) and you were very pleased to have us as future Engineers for the Briggs family.
We requested for 6 months industrial training placement in your establishment (Moni Paulo) but you gave us more than what we requested. You instantly approved our I.T placement with an annual scholarship for the rest of our schooling which is 200% more than what multinational Companies offers to their beneficiaries.
With the help of your unalloyed benevolence, I have fulfilled part of your wish for us your children and promised to continue to strive to make you proud.
I am writing this eulogy with heavy heart, but in all I give thanks to God Almighty because you lived a fulfilled life.
OPUDA! I love you wholeheartedly
OPUDA! You have gone to be with the Lord but your legacy will live forever
OPUDA! Dein Na Mu
Ipalibo I. Briggs
January 24, 2019
January 24, 2019
To be a Chief is difficult ! To be a good Chief is very difficult! To be an extremely good Chief is very easy—JUST LOVE!
January 24, 2019
January 24, 2019
Dear Opuda,
I and my family received the news of your passing with surprise.We knew you were travelling to spend the festive season with your family. The Almighty chose to call you home and thereby deprived us of your revered philanthropy.Your legacies will live on and be pursued in your memory to the glory of the Almighty.Your beloved wife, your family and friends shall keep the flag flying in your dear memory. Rest peacefully my dear Opuda.
I and my family received the news of your passing with surprise.We knew you were travelling to spend the festive season with your family. The Almighty chose to call you home and thereby deprived us of your revered philanthropy.Your legacies will live on and be pursued in your memory to the glory of the Almighty.Your beloved wife, your family and friends shall keep the flag flying in your dear memory. Rest peacefully my dear Opuda.
January 23, 2019
January 23, 2019
A special dad is hard to find.
O.B Lulu-Briggs was not my father but he definitely acted like
one,
There are so many people that I've met outside and have told
me what this same man has done not just for themselves, but
for a lot of people. In life there are people who forget those
that really cared for them one way or the other and are gone
due to circumstances, but I will never forget you; oh, not ever.
I will never forget anything about you, I will always tell others
the things you have done for me and many others. NEVER.
If dreams weren't dreams and dreams came true,
I wouldn't be here; I'd be with you. I'll always visit you in my
dreams
Distance is one thing that keeps us apart,
But, Chief O.B Lulu-Briggs, you will always remain in my
heart.
A special smile, a special face,
A special someone I can't replace,
I love you and I always will.
You filled a space in the hearts of many.
May your soul rest in tremendous peace.
From Frank Addo
O.B Lulu-Briggs was not my father but he definitely acted like
one,
There are so many people that I've met outside and have told
me what this same man has done not just for themselves, but
for a lot of people. In life there are people who forget those
that really cared for them one way or the other and are gone
due to circumstances, but I will never forget you; oh, not ever.
I will never forget anything about you, I will always tell others
the things you have done for me and many others. NEVER.
If dreams weren't dreams and dreams came true,
I wouldn't be here; I'd be with you. I'll always visit you in my
dreams
Distance is one thing that keeps us apart,
But, Chief O.B Lulu-Briggs, you will always remain in my
heart.
A special smile, a special face,
A special someone I can't replace,
I love you and I always will.
You filled a space in the hearts of many.
May your soul rest in tremendous peace.
From Frank Addo
January 23, 2019
January 23, 2019
A special dad is hard to find.
O.B Lulu-Briggs was not my father but he definitely acted like
one,
There are so many people that I've met outside and have told
me what this same man has done not just for themselves, but for a lot of people. In life there are people who forget those
that really cared for them one way or the other and are gone
due to circumstances, but I will never forget you; oh, not ever.
I will never forget anything about you, I will always tell others
the things you have done for me and many others. NEVER.
If dreams weren't dreams and dreams came true,
I wouldn't be here; I'd be with you. I'll always visit you in my
dreams
Distance is one thing that keeps us apart,
But, Chief O.B Lulu-Briggs, you will always remain in my
heart.
A special smile, a special face,
A special someone I can't replace,
I love you and I always will.
You filled a space in the hearts of many.
May your soul rest in tremendous peace.
From Frank Add
O.B Lulu-Briggs was not my father but he definitely acted like
one,
There are so many people that I've met outside and have told
me what this same man has done not just for themselves, but for a lot of people. In life there are people who forget those
that really cared for them one way or the other and are gone
due to circumstances, but I will never forget you; oh, not ever.
I will never forget anything about you, I will always tell others
the things you have done for me and many others. NEVER.
If dreams weren't dreams and dreams came true,
I wouldn't be here; I'd be with you. I'll always visit you in my
dreams
Distance is one thing that keeps us apart,
But, Chief O.B Lulu-Briggs, you will always remain in my
heart.
A special smile, a special face,
A special someone I can't replace,
I love you and I always will.
You filled a space in the hearts of many.
May your soul rest in tremendous peace.
From Frank Add
January 22, 2019
January 22, 2019
Uncle,
Through it all, you have fought a good fight, you finished the race and you have kept the faith!
Continue to rest in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Mr. & Mrs. Ahmed Yakubu-Sam
Through it all, you have fought a good fight, you finished the race and you have kept the faith!
Continue to rest in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Mr. & Mrs. Ahmed Yakubu-Sam
January 22, 2019
January 22, 2019
It's with a happy heart that I appreciate the works of God in the life of late High Chief O. B. Lulu-Briggs. Amidst other good gestures of Chief (as he was popularly called), his life offered humane and succour to many persons including me. It's with a humble heart that I pray our Heavenly Father (Christ Jesus), would judge Chief according to his works on earth; and with reference to the prayers and wish of majority of people that know him.
High Chief O. B. Lulu-Briggs, may your humane soul find favour and peace in the presence of our Almighty God in Jesus name. Amen.
High Chief O. B. Lulu-Briggs, may your humane soul find favour and peace in the presence of our Almighty God in Jesus name. Amen.
January 22, 2019
January 22, 2019
Opuda as you are called by most of us. The news of your death came with a shock but we give glory to God because you lived a worthy and fullfilled live. You were an amazing knowledge dispenser, a developer , a community leader and above all a philanthropist. You went the extra mile of making me to cruise in the best cruise ship in the world, the Crystal Serenity, cruising the Mediterranean sea for 2 weeks, visited 4 different countries. Opuda, you were really a beloved husband to all the friends of dear wife.
May your soul rest in the bossom of our Lord Jesus Christ.
May your soul rest in the bossom of our Lord Jesus Christ.
January 21, 2019
January 21, 2019
To a great community Philanthropist who showed all of us the importance of being involved in one's community. Sleep on till we meet to part no more.
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May Opudu's soul continue to rest with our Lord Jesus, Amen.
May 24, 2023
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High Chief (Dr.) Olu Benson Lulu-Briggs, OON, DCF, DSSRS; Iniikeiroari V of Kalabari Kingdom.
I salute your indelible footprint on the sand of time.
You cannot be forgotten because you did enough to endear yourself to humanity. Today, like any other day, I remember you with adorable memories, The Doyin of Philanthropy.
Your Memory will remain evergreen.
K'omesia!
I salute your indelible footprint on the sand of time.
You cannot be forgotten because you did enough to endear yourself to humanity. Today, like any other day, I remember you with adorable memories, The Doyin of Philanthropy.
Your Memory will remain evergreen.
K'omesia!
May 22, 2023
May 22, 2023
Opu Da,
Physically you may not be here anymore to see and be seen, but in our hearts you live on! Today would have been a celebration of your many colours as we would have gathered to say warmth birthday wishes and prayers to you but in all, we say thanks to God and may you continue to rest with the Lord as you live on in our hearts.
Dein na sime Opu Da.
Sokeipirim Whyte Gladstone Bob-Manuel
Physically you may not be here anymore to see and be seen, but in our hearts you live on! Today would have been a celebration of your many colours as we would have gathered to say warmth birthday wishes and prayers to you but in all, we say thanks to God and may you continue to rest with the Lord as you live on in our hearts.
Dein na sime Opu Da.
Sokeipirim Whyte Gladstone Bob-Manuel
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O.B. Lulu-Briggs Foundation members its grand benefactor....
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Chief had been very ill, despite this he and his lovely wife Seinye honoured us with their presence
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Time Flies...
December 27, 2021
Time flies, things change, and history grows in volumes. It’s three years today since my beloved Opuda left me to be with the Lord. He is so real I hear him, and I could feel him. Is it my memory of him? His evergreen memory?
I do not wail like a hopeless person. As a humble child of God, I am comforted by the fact that I will see him again on resurrection day. Sleep on my beloved while your legacy lives on. Glory be to God Almighty who has made life not just bearable, despite wicked and vicious attacks, but victorious, joyful and successful on all sides, by His precious grace. Abundant life remains my portion in the name of Jesus Christ. The Lord is great, mighty and powerful. Blessed be His name forever. Hallelujah!
Seinye O.B. Lulu-Briggs
December 27, 2021
I do not wail like a hopeless person. As a humble child of God, I am comforted by the fact that I will see him again on resurrection day. Sleep on my beloved while your legacy lives on. Glory be to God Almighty who has made life not just bearable, despite wicked and vicious attacks, but victorious, joyful and successful on all sides, by His precious grace. Abundant life remains my portion in the name of Jesus Christ. The Lord is great, mighty and powerful. Blessed be His name forever. Hallelujah!
Seinye O.B. Lulu-Briggs
December 27, 2021
Legends Live Forever
October 4, 2019
Dear Chief,
Your name is synonymous with charity and landmark acts of philanthropy, creating a niche for you that is outliving your physical presence with us. This is the real essence of living; touching lives and bequeathing a template of unblemished service to humanity worthy of emulation to the rest of us.
This is the true stuff of legends. It is why people like you live forever.
Your name is synonymous with charity and landmark acts of philanthropy, creating a niche for you that is outliving your physical presence with us. This is the real essence of living; touching lives and bequeathing a template of unblemished service to humanity worthy of emulation to the rest of us.
This is the true stuff of legends. It is why people like you live forever.
Tribute to a rare father and philanthropist. High chief (Dr.) Olu Benson Lulu-Briggs,OON, DCF, DSS.
March 18, 2019
The sad news of your demise is too bitter a pill to swallow.
Big daddy, you affected lives in ways only GOD could have inspired. I am a beneficiary of your selfless service of love to humanity...
My encounter with you is an experience I can't forget. In 2007 my grandfather Late Elder Elijah Kio-Lawson told you about my health condition scoliosis (deformation of the spine). You responded immediately and called someone to take me to the O.B Lulu-Briggs foundation hospital. Investigation began and there was no cure in Nigeria, you flew me to America for a corrective spinal instrumentation surgery which was a huge success and am alive today.
You do all these life transforming things for countless people all around the world unannounced. Today am a wife and mother because of your selfless love for humanity.
Your amazing wife our dear mother Dr (Mrs.) Seinye Lulu-Briggs GOD Bless you more Ma for all your care and support throughout my surgery. May GOD help and comfort you Ma in this period.
Adieu Big Daddy! Your legacy lives in us!
Ibikuno Benibo (Douglas)