You left your mark. And that is what truly counts for a life well lived. May your gentle soul rest in peace.

I never got to fully absorb your self control, discipline and focus, in all things, direct from you as I had planned. It was always a marvel to me to behold. I'll work ever harder to find that inner strength, even more now you are further, and I feel you encouraging me from beyond.
I know you were well on your way, in your journey to even more purity of body, mind and soul. We can't help but miss you, and morn the surprise of seeing you listening in the shadowed wings of a concert hall or just bumping into you in the bank - leaving every such encounter with you with nothing less than a grin of wonder! Blessed travels

Kay, still in shock about your passage!!! We were almost there on our planned advisory project. And was meant to come back to you with a draft content only to hear you passed on. You’ve been a honest, simple and easy going chap! Will really miss you. Rest in Perfect Peace.

I have never met him in person, but i have heard and read a lot about him. How sad, death took him before i could meet him in person, the closest i have ever been to him was IG chat, i am pained, my heart aches so much i wish i could turn back the hands of time. I regret not prioritising the need to meet you before your demise. SO LONG KAYODE, MAY YOU LIVE ON IN THE BOSSOM OF THE MOST HIGH.

My friend and counselor. I have always been enamored by your wealth of knowledge, the richness of your soul and how generous you were with it all through your compassion. The simplicity with which you navigated this world while staying true to yourself is enviable. I admire your commitment to your arts and your discipline in their pursuit and everything else which you believed in..... Thank you for your never ending wise counsels.....for being my safe haven.....that place I come to to rejuvenate my spirit. For always cheering me on and reminding me of my capacity. I hear you this moment.... your distinctive deep booming voice reverberating telling me "c'mon!!" When in disbelief or asking animately "are you serious" which you would repeat a few more times in different pitch or times when being dismissive with a flick of hand....the intensity in your gaze when discussing issues and your attentiveness when listening.... taking it all in and simplifying them. Your infectious smiles which you graciously shared with all (no exception) ..I have never known pain to a point where there are no tears to cry.....This would be a 1st....My wealthiest content friend, my soul is richer and life fuller because of your impact. May Almighty Allah forgive you your sins. You always seemed at peace. Continue to be as such.

I am shocked at the news of your sudden passing Coz! Oh! This is a tragedy! Just like yesterday, I remember all the 1990s memories shared in Ibadan with you, Aunty Viola and my Dad...now all of the blessed memories. "Life is short Godwin, make the best use of it while you can". That was what you told me last time we had that long conversation. Oh, Kai...you came you saw and you conquered. In my chequered past, the idea of your accomplishments invigorated my spirit and made me believe there could be light at the end of the tunnel. Since 1998, when you played your guitar for me and David at the Sheraton in Ikeja, I became inspired to learn and practise the art myself. You left too soon Coz...you left too soon!
I pray for your own Tolulope, that God of mercy will send his angels of comfort to console and guide and guard her through this time. May the good Lord be with your siblings (Tina, David, and Yinka) through this time.
Till we meet again my cousin and brother, rest in peace!

Kayode
         You did not tell me you are leaving so soon,we were together at the Goethe institute late May, i asked about Tolu and Baba and you said they were fine,we discussed at length and you never mention this to me,you told me we were going to get back to work,starting with F.sor studies and Villa lobos etudes,you also promise to search your library in London to get me a lovely piece"PEARL VIEW" we spoke for 2 hrs or more on phone each time we had to talk,have known you for more than 17 years, you were a father to me,you brought me up ,lots of memory together, i always think some day when you get very old walking with cane i will be the one taking you to concerts,am still waiting for someone to wake me up from this dream,i still dont believe you are not here anymore,,,,

Dear Kayode, to say the news of your passing came as a rude shock is an understatement. It was just over a week ago when we briefly chatted over the Eid holidays. You were a special human being...full of life, bubbling with ideas and plans that were seldom about you, you really cared about people and were a helper and wise counselor to so many. You were likeable for so many reasons, Kayode. The way your eyes lit up when you smiled reflected how genuine you were and one always felt the warmth in the smiley faces you so liberally added to your WhatsApp messages because they were sent from a pure heart. You were totally devoid of airs and graces which was rare and refreshing given how much you achieved in life. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Tolu, you spoke about her with such pride whenever I asked after her. I pray that GOD will comfort and strengthen her and her Mom and your wider family and that their lasting memories of your uniqueness - especially the countless lives you touched with your unaffected approach to life, your music and your generosity of spirit - will help soothe the pain of your sudden departure. Amen.
Rest in perfect and everlasting peace, my friend, and GOD bless you.

Kayode,
My family and I will miss you. Thank you for Tolu, our dear “Ley Ley” who has been such a joy to our family. She and Nana are precious to us. Thanks for allowing my children and sometimes my husband and I to always share Ley’s birthdays with you when you were around. You were such a loving Father. You were kind to my children and even calling Jesse my son, your ‘Marvel Comics buddy’ on his birthday to wish him well. Joella was telling me yesterday of her long conversation with you after Leyla’s amazing performance a few months back. She talked about how you asked about every tiny detail of the performance. Jordan has great things to say about you too. Thank God for your life and the privilege of having met you.
Goodnight...

I’m lost for words Ky... I can’t believe you are gone my first love. Through the years we were married, through our challenges, through thick and thin you remained the head of our family and my friend. You always had the ability to make me laugh and see the bright side of things. You were there to keep the peace within our family unit. Thank you for being a good father and great role model to our daughter. I will miss you but thank God I will see you every time I look at Tolu’s face...
xxx Love Nan

My father, my biggest inspiration and my best friend.
My heart is broken from this tragedy.
I don’t know what I will do without you. I will miss hearing your voice every day, your funny stories and laughing over our favourite movies and plays. I will miss sharing my creative and intimate thoughts with you and being able to ask for your advice. I will miss performing for you and seeing your smile beaming back at me and you getting up to hug me before I’ve even finished each song. I couldn’t have prayed for a better father.
You always taught me the importance of creating a life that would outlive you and I’m proud to see that you accomplished that.
You taught me so much about character and integrity, developing and being dedicated to my craft, pursuing my dreams and living a life of wellness.
Your legacy will live on through your motivational teachings, compassionate charity work and the gift of your artistic craft that you shared. A role model to so many and my very own superhero.
I love you daddy and I will miss you...
Your baby,
Tolu