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               TRANSITION OF AN ICON       
               MAJOR SAMSON IDOKO
Deputy Controller (Rtd), Nigerian Correctional Service.
                          OBSEQUIES
 SERVICE OF SONGS
13th July, 2022.
5pm.
St Christopher’s Anglican Church, 14 Sokoto Road, Kaduna.
 FUNERAL SERVICE
15th July, 2022.
10am
St Christopher’s Anglican Church, 14 Sokoto Road, Kaduna.
Interment follows immediately.
February 17
February 17
Major Idoko's Posthumous 70th birthday..
Unforgettable Majooooor! Today 12th February, would have been your 70th birthday. Thank God you're celebrating in heaven with the host of angels. It's an emotional time for me, the children, grandchildren, inlaws, friends and the family at large.
You lived life to the fullest. I will always miss your warm smile, pecks, baritone voice, kind gestures, jokes and bubbly nature.
Your little twin (grandson) Liam Asad is growing beautifully well. He has a striking resemblance with you, your hairline and mannerisms.
Keep resting Peacefully in God's bossom, Amen.
February 12
February 12
Happy Heavenly 70th birthday Papa
Never had I imagined living without your smile, I miss you everyday.
Love you forever and after♾️

Your Emama
February 12
February 12
Happy 70th Posthumous birthday Dadae!
I miss you beyond words, you made life so bubbly..I know you’re having a good banter with the angels & the Big Man..
I love you with every fibre of my being!!
Your blessed memories keep us thriving..
Love always, Hotmamah..
June 15, 2023
June 15, 2023
I can't believe that a year has just gone by. It was just like yesterday. Uncle Sam, while we were yet trying to recover from your sudden home call. Low and behold my wife has joined the saints triumphal. We lost her on the 29th of May and buried on the 9th of June. Your family was well represented. Your wonderful children ❤️ and your wife gave money both cash and in kind to support us. May God through His Holy Spirit continue to comfort us . May your souls continue to rest in the bosom of Father Abraham. Rest on Uncle Major.
February 12, 2023
February 12, 2023
Happy Posthumous Birthday Daddy❤️‍

You gave the best hugs (no one’s hugs are as warm as yours), the best forehead kisses & pecks.
Papa♥️ the man who had the most gorgeous smile ……. genuine, infectious laughter.

Thank you for making me the strong woman I am today. But no matter how strong I am, I can’t be strong enough to deal with the fact that you are gone.

I will always love you. Feb 12th will always be a special day.

Your Emama
February 12, 2023
February 12, 2023
Happy Posthumous Birthday DADAE, we love & miss you dearly.. It’s all smiles, giggles & emotions here as we fondly remember you, your gestures, jokes & bubbly nature..Keep resting peacefully in God’s love..Hi5, hugs & kisses x
2023
July 19, 2022
July 19, 2022
Tribute To A Caring, Loving, and Devoted Husband.

My love, my darling husband will always call me ‘my personal wife’ Tinee. He was a loving, devoted, and extremely caring husband. I reminisce on the early years of our marriage being inseparable lovebirds and we grew older and still waxed stronger, always together.

I honored the solemn vows we made in the presence of God 41years ago till your last breath.              
Our vows: ‘Promise to be true in good times and in bad, for better or worse, for richer or poorer, in sickness and in health, to have and to hold, to love, cherish, and obey from this day forward (September 5th, 1981) till death do us part according to God’s holy ordinance.

By God’s grace, I honored every vow genuinely and effortlessly because of the love we shared. We were two peas in a pod.

Major’s love for the children and I was beyond amazing. He handled the children’s school run single-handedly. He exhibited the enviable attribute of a detribalized Nigerian. He was a gentleman with a high sense of professional ethics and integrity with zero tolerance for unwholesome practices, nepotism, and injustice.

Concerning His career and positions, He executed his duties and served with passion, professionalism, and diligence. My late husband was an astute and disciplined correctional officer, an elder, a father, grandfather, and my reliable and dependable best friend. He reached out to everyone regardless of age, status, or religion.

 He was my one and only pacifier in all ramifications. When I am upset or nervous about certain issues, he would pacify me with so much love and soothing words in his baritone voice.                      He will remain an album of inspiration to our children.

 What has a beginning, also has an end. Since it has pleased God Almighty to call you home to himself at this time, I take solace in the fact that it is not how long one lives, but how well, and my darling husband lived well, had an impact on lives and is being spoken about positively after his transition from this mortal, sinful world. He was kindhearted, generous to a fault, and humble.

 Goodnight my Major, till we meet again at God’s bosom. You are truly in your resting place which is the best place Ever. I will always love you, Rest on my love.

Your personal wife
Tinee
July 18, 2022
July 18, 2022
GOOD men come and go but GREAT men live forever.

My chairman,
Without a doubt this is the hardest Thank you I've ever had to say but.......
Thank you for the tough love, nothing compares to it.
Thank you for helping me understand the importance of being real in every sense of the word.
Thank you for teaching me the value of respect for self and for everyone regardless of age,status, affiliation or what not.
Thank you for the daily life lessons you consciously and unconsciously schooled me on.
Thank you for being my father, my number one critic as well as my number one hype man. [Thinking about it now, i can't help but say thank you again. ]
Thank you for giving me our family to look after, you can be rest assured that the generations to come no get shakings!

When it's all said and done i give all thanks and praises to the most high for being your Son.

Papi-Jay.
July 17, 2022
July 17, 2022
Tribute To My First Love, Dadae

My Dadae, my first love, my hypeman & confidant.
I find myself nostalgic at intervals daily since I saw you draw your last breath. It still feels surreal and I am in denial intentionally, hoping I’ll get to hear you call out my name “Hotmamah”.
My Dadae was a beautiful soul & phenomenal father. He was an embodiment of amazing traits worthy of emulation. A kindhearted and humble gentleman. A quintessential blend of a charismatic and amiable being. His fearless aura resonated from positivity. An easygoing and devoted father.
He never expected perfection from my siblings & I but instead taught us to be bold & unique in our own way and be the best version of ourselves. A bubbly & social butterfly he was.
From my childhood to adulthood Dadae inculcated numerous habits, etiquette & life lessons in me. From teaching me how to whistle, ride a bicycle, do a cat-wheel, speak eloquently, being confident, writing in cursive to a name a few. Dadae, was emphatic about prioritizing family at the top tier, being educated, street smart and acknowledging a higher being (God). Dadae rarely got upset, he would say not every action deserves a reaction. He lived by certain exemplary codes which rubbed off on us like sustaining bridges of friendships through the test of time, taking calculative risks and being dedicated to whatever we prioritized. I always admired his finesse while handling issues and life experiences effortlessly. He was not judgmental, his soothing words, welcoming countenance and warm embrace always lit up my mood. He believed in seizing the moment, he would say “Carpe diem”. A caring father who will always opt to be my chaperone to social events. Protective, yet he gave us a platform to grow in love.An amazing golfer and fitness enthusiast. My ever stylish Dadae, my shopping partner with his love for colognes, baseball hats, sunglasses and polo shirts. He went with the code “looking good is good business”. The list is endless but without a doubt Dadae dared to be different in all ramifications with guts & glory.
My Dadae, I love you with every fibre of my being and I miss you beyond words but I know you’re basking in peace at God’s right hand and I’ve gained an Angel.
Your Hotmamah!

July 17, 2022
July 17, 2022
1 John 4:16-17
   God is love, and all who live in love live in God and God lives in them. And as we live in God, our love grows more perfect.
Papa, as I called him, lived in God, lived a life with love, for any & everyone.
He was the perfect gentleman & a peacemaker.

My dearest dadae, it still feels so surreal that you are gone.

Growing up, Papa taught me everything he could, how to ride a bike, do somersaults, be sporty & stay fit. But above all he taught me to be fearless, courageous & to always fight back.
One thing my father did for his children is give us wings, he instilled confidence & self belief in all his children & made us feel like the world revolved around us/the world was at our feet.
He taught us how to speak fluently, to love anyone in our lives genuinely & wholeheartedly & go to the ends of the earth for anyone who is our person.

My father was a kind, selfless man, who was always giving & never expecting anything in return. He loved his job & ooh!! Did he love to drive!!! He was a true leader & pace setter.
His love for sunglasses, made me love them too & inspired me to start a business selling sunnies. He would never leave the house without one.
I remember daddy taking me to my very first night time party and picking me up. He always wanted to chaperone me to all social events.

We will always remember that special smile, that caring heart, that warm embrace, you always gave us. You being there for Momae, El, PapiJ & I, through good and bad times, no matter what.

I am Happy you lived life to the fullest.
Only Happy memories Dadae♥️ So glad you got to meet Liam your little twin.
Your EMAMA will always love and miss you Papa.
I will always be Daddy’s little girl.

Ehi Major Attah
Daughter
July 17, 2022
July 17, 2022
There was a man we all loved. A man who cared, a man who shared, a man who knew life, a man who had a beautiful wife and a man with a wonderful children. This man was my father inlaw. "Daddy Dadea" as we call him.
I enjoyed the little and every moment we spent together anytime we got together because of your hilarious jokes. I thank God for the privilege he gave me to be your son inlaw and to have given you a grand child.
You fought long and hard to be with us but God knows best. Although we cannot hear your voice or see your smiling face again, we know deep down in our hearts that you have not left us but only resting in God's bosom.

Engr Attah Edwin Eche
Son Inlaw
July 15, 2022
July 15, 2022
Uncle Major, you will truly be missed. Words fail me but I remember your kind eyes, your peaceful presence and I felt at home when I used to visit your home. Heaven has indeed gained an angel.
Rest In Peace Sir and thank you for being you. You will never be forgotten.
July 15, 2022
July 15, 2022
Dear Uncle Major, we will miss you. We wish this isn't part of life, that everyone will live forever with loved ones. But unfortunately, we cannot. I know your soul is resting in perfect peace because you were a peaceful man and you lived a fulfilled life.

Rest well Uncle.
July 15, 2022
July 15, 2022
Rest Easy Sir.

Met you first years ago at the then "Kaduna Arts and Culture" through my mum, you had a welcoming smile, demeanour and "laugh".
Fast forward over 7 years later, I became friends with your son and when I visited the house, guess what??? I remembered the face and then the "laugh" confirmed it when we got Introduced again. It's sad to say good night sir after being at your thanksgiving few weeks back, but it's also a blessing knowing you during your former days, later days, home visits, road walks with mummy etc.
Earth's lost, heavens gain.

Again I say...

Rest Easy Sir Major Idoko.
July 13, 2022
July 13, 2022
To an Uncle who was present and always cheering me at every growth and milestone. You knew me from the day I was born and always had a smile everytime you saw me while saying "Ken Ken". Goodbyes are hard to say. It's still surreal that I won't see you on this side again. Thank you for the memories. Greatly missed but fondly remembered. Sleep well Uncle. See you at the Lord's feet.
July 12, 2022
July 12, 2022
Oh death!!! where is thy sting!!!. I got to know UNCLE MAJOR in the 80s at The Kaduna Golf Club through a female Nigerian Army Captain friend. Capt. Awolo.(late) Very respectful and easy going person. The day the wife was at the labour room was a day to remember. Everyone knew something was wrong with him. This made me to respect him more.

He later introduced his wife & children to me. We became family friends. I specifically paid attention to the 1st daughter who deserved a chicken at every season & eventually gradually to a turkey. She was referred to as " DAUGHTER " I was challenged by the other two children. I was mummy RABAH ROAD!!! GOOG GOOD OLD DAYS !!

MY PRAYERS IS THAT GOD SHOULD UPHOLD THE WIFE WHO WAS THERE FOR HIM TILL THE END. SHE REALLY TRIED. GOD BLESS HER. MAY HE BLESS THE CHILDREN AND MAKE THEM ACHIEVE WHAT HE COULD NOT.

UNCLE MAJOR, YOU CAME, FOUGHT AND CONQUERED. YOU HAVE LEFT YOUR FOOT PRINTS IN THE SAND OF LIFE. WE SHALL SURELY MISS YOU. MAY YOUR GENTLE SOUL REST IN PERFECT PEACE TILL WE MEET TO PART NO MORE.

Chief Mrs Iyabo Aladesanmi         
( Mummy Rabah road)
July 12, 2022
July 12, 2022
Mr Idoko was a kind , nice and jovial person. He is always ready to help. His demise is sad but God knows best . May the Almighty comfort Tina , the children, grandchildren and the entire family.
May God rest his gentle soul in Jesus Name . Amen.
July 11, 2022
July 11, 2022
I got to know uncle Major (as we fondly called him) and his adorable family through my husband over two decades ago. He was an amiable and jovial person. I never saw him angry one day. Always ready to help and give counsel whenever necessary.
When he took ill, we kept praying and hoping he will get better. His wife, my darling aunty Tina and their beautiful children took care of him lovingly. The day before his passing, I spoke with his wife and we talked at length about his recovery and encouraged that he will surely recover and bounce back to life. But alas, God knows the best.
Uncle, I thank God for the life you lived and pray God almighty will comfort your wife and children. Your death is a collective loss and as we all mourn your passing, I pray the Lord accept your soul and grant you eternal rest.
Adieu!!!!
Mrs. Phydelia Muhammad Abbas
July 11, 2022
July 11, 2022
We console with Justina, the children and the entire Idoko family. Major was a major childhood friend of impact since our Primary School days. The Kaduna Gang! Our relationship continued till he was called to glory. He was a gentleman, a leader, bold, strong, courageous, reliable and jovial. May he continue to find rest in the bosom of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. From Akin & Foluke Olafimihan
July 10, 2022
July 10, 2022
My family and I commiserate with the family of Major Idoko over his demise. May the angels welcome him to paradise where he can intercede for his dear wife and lovely children.
We recall with nostalgia, our weekly trips to and from Abuja when we were both in active service. May God grant his family, relatives and friends the fortitude to bear the loss. Amen.

Sir & Lady Francis Ogwuche (KSM/LSM)
July 7, 2022
July 7, 2022
Tribute in Honour of DCP Samson Agaba Idoko (rtd).

"Major" as we popularly call him was naturally a friendly person.
"Ab'ala ba le?" or "how una de?" was his usual greetings whenever we met.
Our joy is that even though we are going to miss him on this side of eternity, it is our hope that one day we shall meet at the feet of Jesus to part no more having surrendered his life to Jesus Christ.

Adieu Brother Major!!!

Your Cousin,
Dr.(Mrs.) Adija Okwori (Nee Idoko).
July 7, 2022
July 7, 2022
Tribute in Honour of DCP Major Samson Idoko (rtd)

1. It is with heavy hearts that we received the sad news of the passing onto eternal glory of our beloved brother and uncle, DCP Major Samson Idoko (rtd) on Wednesday, 15 June 2022.

2. His life here with us was impactful in sundry ways. He raised a family of faith in God and recorded tremendous success in his chosen career. He also made lots of friends and was dear to us all.

3. May God grant all: Mrs Justina Idoko (wife), Ihotu, Junior and Ehi (children), siblings, relatives, in-laws, friends and acquaintances, fortitude to bear the irreparable loss and may God grant our brother's gentle, precious and peaceful soul eternal rest. Amen!

Dr. AA Agada for the family
July 7, 2022
July 7, 2022
Tribute to Brother Major: My Special Big Brother

Brother Major Samson Agaba Idoko was special. He was a humble, kind-hearted, jovial, easy-going and supportive big brother. I have many sweet memories of him in our childhood and as adults that I will treasure for a lifetime. He was not just my elder brother and friend, but a father figure. A privilege I enjoyed, because we both settled in Kaduna.

Family was so important to him. He loved his wife (Aunty Tina) and children (Ihotu, Papi Jay and Ehi) very much. Brother Major was also a strong pillar of support for my siblings and I. As children, he protected us from bullies and volunteered to be our chaperone during social events. He would also take us on bike rides and crack the funniest jokes to entertain us.

Brother Major was always present at family functions no matter the distance. It was also a tradition for brother Major and his family to visit my home often, especially on Sundays. We would spend quality time together sharing interesting stories. He loved my husband, children and grandchildren wholeheartedly and they were so fond of him.

A humble man to the core. Brother Major wouldn't call me by name, even though I am younger. He would call me "Aunty Ladi" or "Matan Soja". Brother was also a peacemaker. He always called for peace during disagreements and would not rest until everyone was happy. His charming smile, soft laughter and gentle baritone voice warmed the hearts of many. He had a lot of friends because of his bubbly personality and everyone who came in contact with him got a dose of his kind, loving and friendly nature.

He was also passionate about his career, reaching great heights and touching lives along the way. My greatest joy is that, brother Major dedicated his life to God with unwavering faith. We prayed for him to be healthy and stay a while longer with us, but God's ways are not our ways. We are grateful to God for the time we got to spend with him and our consolation is that, he is resting in God's bosom. Adieu Brother Major! I love you and I miss you.

Your Sister,
Mrs Ladi Agada
July 6, 2022
Uncle, we still can’t believe we are writing a tribute because of your passing. Words cannot describe this difficult moment, but if this is the last time we get to say goodbye then we know we will do so with the knowledge that we consider us blessed to have lived this life as your nephews and nieces.
You touched so many lives by your selfless and countless acts of kindness, always giving and never expecting any favours in return. Your dedication to a cause was what set you apart. For every institution you worked for, you laid the path for others to succeed.
The benefits of your hard work is a living testimony for so many young men and women you took under your wings at a personal and professional level.
Uncle, you were and will always be an inspiration to us and the entire family and anyone who worked with you. You have left a void in the family that will never be filled.
While we mourn today, we also take comfort in the fact that your mission on earth have been fulfilled. We thank the Lord for a life well spent and bid you farewell until we meet again at the resurrection morning when YESHUAH HAMASHIAH will come in GLORY to take all the saints to himself where they will reign with him forever. Amen.
(I Thessalonians 4:13-18)

PIUS ONOJA FAMILY (ACHI AREGE)
July 6, 2022
July 6, 2022
TRIBUTE TO GREAT OLD BOY, FRIEND AND A JOLLY GOOD FELLOW - MAJOR SAMSON IDOKO

It is with a heavy heart of grief and sorrow but totally submitted to the will of the Almighty that we mourn the death of our dear oldboy, friend and brother, major Samsom Idoko whose sad departure occurred on 26th June 2022, this departure is indeed, untimely and shocking, it reminds us of the worthlessness life which according to Macbeth is like a walking shadow.
Major got into St John’s College, Kaduna in 1968 and graduated in 1972. During his sojourn in the college, he was an amiable person, loved by both junior and senior students alike. He was a great footballer, who played for the college in all competitions. He was a friendly person and attribute which even in life after the school.
Our great friend was a very discipline student who never took any instruction for granted, he displayed this attribute when he joined the Nigerian Prison Service, now Nigerian Correctional Service. He rose to the rank of Deputy Controller and showed exemplary conduct in all the courses he attended, like the Prison Staff Course and other administrative courses, both at home and abroad. His high intellectual capability was the consideration in appointing him the, 11th Commander of the Borstal Training Institution.
The Mayor of Kaduna as he was fondly called was a kind hearted gentleman, little wonder on retirement he went into the Hospitality Industry where he rose to become the Zonal Director of the Nigerian Tourism Development Board. He was a great golfer, member of both the Kaduna Golf Club and IBB International Golf, and County Club.
As a member of the St John’s College Oldboys Association (Kaduna Branch), Major Idoko was simply wonderful. He contributed in no small way in making the association grow from strength to strength. He was a reliable member who was always ready to contribute his time and resources to any project of the branch for the school.
His friendly disposition made members attracted to him and the association. We shall definitely miss him, just as his wife Justina Uzoma Major Idoko and the children.
To all these people, we call on them to take heart and let the will of the Lord prevail. We know you love him but God loves him more. Be consoled by the fact that he lived a humble and God fearing life, so he is already in the bosom of the Lord.
We pray that the Almighty God would repose his soul and grant the family the fortitude to bear the loss.
On behalf of the entire oldboys of St Johns’ College kaduna, now Rimi College Kaduna. please kindly accept our condolences.



MICHAEL REIS DT HINGA
Deputy National President      National Secretary
July 6, 2022
July 6, 2022
I called Aunty one evening and you said, "Ade, you don't call your dad!"; "I do uncle"; "No, Me!!" I remember that day so well, we talked, laughed and I smiled.. a smile only I understood!!

Uncle Major.... it's taken me a minute to find the words.... Absolute gentleman, soft spoken, calm, humble; I could go on..

Thank you for always being our Uncle Major.

We will miss you.

Your heart is here. Your soul is at rest.
July 6, 2022
July 6, 2022
Dear Uncle, you were one of the few people I know who had a bright smile and a welcoming countenance no matter what was happening, that alone was an inspiration sealed with fond memories. You would be missed now and always. Rest on!
July 6, 2022
July 6, 2022
Brother! The name i fondly call u. You wont be far away for life goes on, i will just listen with my HEART and feel your warm embrace,voice and LOVE all around Me...FAREWELL BROTHER
July 6, 2022
July 6, 2022
A golden heart stopped beating, hard working hands now rest.God broke our heats to prove to us..He only takes the best. Rest well Uncle
July 5, 2022
July 5, 2022
Our dear Major Sam Idoko, this tribute is coming from Nnamdi and Phil Okonkwo.
Your demise was least expected at a time we thought the improvement on your health was gaining momentum.
You were indeed a fine officer and a gentleman who enjoyed his job amongst his Colleagues.
An amiable and sociable Personality you enjoyed the Company of both young and old. There was never a dull moment with you.
To our Family, you were a Special breed. Our relationship spanned over a period of Forty (40) years.
You were a thorough Family man. A good husband to our dear Tina your beloved wife., a wonderful Father to Ihotu, Junior & Ehis & an Uncle to a host of Nieces and Nephews.
We pray the Lord GOD Almighty grants the entire Family the Fortitude to bear this great loss, while we pray GOD grants Major eternal rest.
ADIEU !! ADIEU !! ADIEU.
Nnamdi & Phil Okonkwo.
July 5, 2022
July 5, 2022
Our Dear Friend and Brother Major Idoko the handsome and erudite husband of my sister and friend Tina (Tinėė) , your departure has created a vacuum and you will be sorely missed.
Your jokes and smiles still reverberate in our hearts. Our consolation is that you are happy in the life beyond in the bossom of our Lord Jesus Christ.
May Perpetual light of God continue to shine upon you.
Rest on dear brother.
Farewell !
From
Lady Phil & Engr. J Omo Iyoha
July 5, 2022
July 5, 2022
Dear D.A.D.

An inspiration, our biggest fan and still our role model. You were neither an anchor to hold us back nor a sail to take us there, but a guiding light whose love shows us the way. You showed great Devotion to your friends and family; gained Admiration by those you touched and Dedication, for if help was ever needed then it so freely came from you. You thought me, that is what D.A.D. means. Thank you Daddy Idoko, I will miss you yet never forget you.
July 5, 2022
July 5, 2022
We are deeply sorry for your loss. May the sorrow you feel lighten by the love that surrounds you and the beautiful memories built with him over the years.

If it gives you any consolation please remember this: that Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life. The one who believes in me will live, even though they die; and whoever lives by believing in me will never die. For we believe that Jesus died and rose again, and so we believe that God will bring with Jesus those who have fallen asleep in him "Major .S. Idoko".

Words may not suffice to express the heartfelt sorrow that we feel for the passing of your dear husband/Dad/Uncle/brother/friend but please accept my/our condolences as we continue to include him in our daily prayers.
May his gentle soul Rest in Peace, Amen.
Ajiga Ogbile "Jigah"- friend/ in law
July 5, 2022
July 5, 2022
TRIBUTE TO MY BELOVED BIG BROTHER UNCLE MAJOR

Uncle Major
I find it difficult coming to terms that you have gone and gone forever i lack words to tell the world how a beautiful soul you were because God has truly wonderfully and beautifully created you. Thanks for all you have done for me thanks for the love you showed me and my family as my big brother.
On behalf of myself, Mary ,Peter (you call Babana) ,lilian, and becky I say bye, adieu until we meet again at the foot of our Lord Jesus Christ to reign forever. We will surely miss you uncle Major.
From Aminu baba Idoko and Family
July 5, 2022
July 5, 2022
My dearest Major Idoko.
You were truly something special and would remain in our hearts!
God continue to keep you. I pray for the family Auntie Idoko, Murpheus, and the girls. We are here for you no matter what!
Stay blessed!
July 4, 2022
July 4, 2022
Hmmmmmm Uncle Major; There's so much to say but, I choose to remember how full of life you were.... your words of greeting whenever we meet- "Anty Jummai, how you dey?" Your show of concern, care, love towards your friends turned family was so real...Ever so respectful even to thoes younger than you. I know that your immediate family are missing you already so are we... We are consoled that there's a resurrection morning when the saints that have gone ahead shall await us all if Jesus tarries in Jesus name Amen! Good night... Rest on!!! 
July 4, 2022
July 4, 2022
Mallam Major!
How so very hard it is coming to terms with your demise. If there be any consolation, it is that you're resting peacefully in the bosom of The Lord, Hallelujah! Who won't miss that disarming smile that garnished an innate sence of humour? Who won't miss that firmness of character that announced fearless integrity? Who won't miss that gift of friendship that came so naturally from a heart filled the Love of The Lord that you effortlessly cultivated friendships across the spectrum of the young and old? The list goes on and on.... Who won't miss Major Idoko?
Adieu, Mallam Major!
Abba Dikko.
July 3, 2022
July 3, 2022
Though we can not see you or meet you, you will always stay alive and smiling in our memories and hearts. May your soul rest in peace Uncle

From The Williams
July 2, 2022
July 2, 2022
Am short of words..never thought in this life my bestie would bury her dad at a very young age...I mean we have always dreamt of how our children would enjoy their grandparents.... Mama..what can I say...I've always loved and admired your relationship with Popsi...your look alike..perfect smile...Fine Man!..God knows best...Popsi is an Angel now with God..watching over you all...May God continue to rest his soul..and grant you all the courage and strength to bear this loss...I'll always be there for you...You're one of the kindess and bravest human have come across in this life...please stay strong. Rest in the bossom of the Lord dear Popsi. Amen
July 2, 2022
July 2, 2022
 TRIBUTE TO AN AMIABLE CHARACTER

You were such a gentle and amiable character. My close relationship with your beloved wife 'my Queen Mother' as I fondly call her invariably opportuned me to know this much about you.
You will be greatly missed .
Rest peacefully in the bosom of the Lord. Adieu!!!
July 1, 2022
July 1, 2022
TRIBUTE TO MR MAJOR SAMSON AGABA IDOKO.
Deputy Controller (Rtd), Nigerian Correctional Service.
Our dearest Bros May, sweetheart & Uncle Major.
So, the sun has truly, forever, set for you? We can’t believe you are really gone. We can’t still accept it, after so long.
You were our blood big brother. A man of the people with a great sense friendship & togetherness. You were generous, kind and always willing to help. You taught me to be bold, fair to others and never to burn bridges of relationships. You were fashionable, and it rubbed off on us your younger ones. In our student days, without us asking, you were quick to give out clothes & shoes to help us look good and trendy. Even as I became an adult, you were always there for me and my family, and you loved us so dearly. We will truly miss you with all our hearts. But now, we have to let you rest. Rest in eternal peace in the bosom of the Lord, our beloved big brother Major!
From : Mike Idoko & Family.
July 1, 2022
July 1, 2022
Uncle Major….. you will be greatly missed. May your beautiful soul find eternal rest xxx
June 30, 2022
June 30, 2022
LETTER TO A BROTHER, AN UNCLE, A FATHER AND GRAND FATHER.

"...so also is the resurrection of the dead. It is sewn in corruption, it is raised in incorruption. It is sewn in dishonor, it is raised in glory, it is sewn in weakness, it is raised in power..." 1 Corinthians 15:42&43.

Dear Uncle Major, though you had been a bit down for sometime now, you passing still came as a shock. I had consistently prayed that the Lord will turn things around, and your healing will cause us to celebrate God's Faithfulness.

Indeed, the Lord has turned things around, and we celebrate your beautiful legacy evident in the life of your wife, children, siblings and all in general. We prayed for rest; today, you are resting in the Bosom of the Lord. We prayed for healing, today, we celebrate your wholeness. We prayed for strength, today, you are raised in glory.

You were the kind of person that everyone knew, full of life and vitality.
You came, you saw, you conquered all our hearts. You were always so vivacious, warm and loving, that we took your your being around for granted. As my children affirmed, you were part of their childhood, and your presence was felt by them all. You touched many lives by your thoughtful and uncountable acts of kindness.

We thank God especially for all your loved ones especially your wife, Mrs Justina Idoko, whose total dedication to you in all those days of trial is a testimony to the whole world. Indeed, a virtuous woman, who can find?!

What a painful exit to a man loved by all! Though i will not be present for your interment as am out of the Country, be assured that i will be present in the spirit. May your gentle soul continue to Rest in peace.

Mrs Rose Obeya, (for and on behalf of the Ebenezer Obeya Family)
June 30, 2022
June 30, 2022
You were a very good, humble and jovial man. Daddy Major, you have lived a life full of love. You will forever live on in our hearts. Adieu daddy, till we meet at resurrection morning.
June 29, 2022
June 29, 2022
I first met Major at the university of nigeria in 1975/76. He was such a dashingly handsome young northern man and most importantly he was very caring of anyone and any thing that was dear to his sweetheart - Justina (who later became his wife). Thus i basked in his care and protection as my adopted elder brother - one of the perks of being Justina's teenage hood friends. Many years later, at various times in 2003, 2004 and 2005, I was privileged to have had him visit me a couple of times when i was on posting to jos division of the federal high court . He also had official assignments in the areas that I covered and Justina would always insist that he checked on me. It was always such a delight to have Major over as being the people lover that he was, he always had a retinue of friends in tow. Never a dull moment with Major...
Soboma never met him but had looked forward to him getting better and us taking a "Major-induced " trip to Kaduna to congratulate the family on his recovery. Sadly, That is now not to be....
To Justina and the children, we say - be strong and confident. You have all worked so tirelessly to ensure that your husband and dad had a very comfortable and dignified evening of his life. Continue to hold tenaciously to memories of good times you had with him and praise God for the privilege of having had him in your lives. May his amiable soul Rest In Peace. Amen - Rita & Soboma Ajumogobia
June 28, 2022
June 28, 2022
You always spotted such a brilliant smile, Pa'a, and that's why it's my favourite memory of you. As if to say everything will be alright. And won't it be?! It brings a certain pain to the heart writing you a tribute but it also brings after it such peace that comforts because we know you're resting...

And oh did you fight so you must rest now...
June 28, 2022
June 28, 2022
Uncle Major, a Gee and more... Met you once and it was a good one, it was all laughs and a Joy filled moment. I never got to see you again but we spoke over the phone once in a while. A strong man, ever ready to fight for the right thing and you fought till your last breath. You have finally left this blessed Nigeria to rest in the Bossom of the Almighty. I love you and will always love you. Always and forever in my/our hearts. Till we meet to part no more.
OYARE.
June 28, 2022
June 28, 2022
My dear uncle it’s so sad to find out I won’t be able to talk to you again ,you were a very correct man . I will miss your jovial and interesting personality uncle , I wish we had the power to pay off death you are one person I won’t mind doing that for any day , I am happy I was able to enjoy your love ,support ,encouragements. I will miss hearing you call me Baba na , it’s still like a dream to me that I’m actually writing a tribute for you uncle major , with tears in my eyes I say I love you uncle till we meet to depart no more … in this life we come and go♥️ Rest in the blossom of the lord .
June 28, 2022
June 28, 2022
Uncle Major the only thing going tru my mind right now is d way u smile and d way u always tease me, ur demise was a painful one, May God accept ur soul, I will miss u greatly... Tank u for always putting smiles on our faces and for always cracking us up. U have left this horrible world just so u can rest n be happy. May ur soul rest in peace.. I love u.
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Mrs. Janet Onoja (Your Big Sister)
Katungu as mama (our late dear mother) fondly called you, I miss you so much. If tears could bring you back, you would be here with us. I have so many fond and happy memories of you. I remember how mischievous you were right from childhood. You visited me a lot with your friends when my family lived in Kaduna. I remember how you and your friends would enjoy the stew I made and finish the whole thing. That made me very happy. I always looked forward to treating you to meals you enjoyed. Those times were one of the best memories I have of you. 
You were also very kind, humble and respectful. Anytime we gathered for a meeting, you would say "Sister Janey should speak first". That singular act of respect and honour, I cherish and appreciate so much. I also appreciate your love and concern for my family. In my next world, I pray that you will be my brother again. I love you so much, Agaba. Keep resting in the bosom of the Lord. Amen.

GOODNIGHT, MY BROTHER - "THE MAYOR OF KADUNA"

July 1, 2022
I struggled with the reality of a moment like this when I learnt your condition had worsened and you were in hospital, unconscious. We prayed; friends prayed but God's will to call you home prevailed. This didn't go down well with me. Your departure at this time is painful but I have learnt to trust God who knows best and who is good all the time. I am counting on the comfort of the Holy Spirit to move on without you here.

It's okay that I cannot control my tears. Words of men barely comfort me because they were not there: when we trekked distances to school together and you protected me being my older brother; when I had to remind you repeatedly of Papa's time limits as you often forgot when you hung out with your many friends....they were your life! You were a jolly good fellow often teasing us silly and getting chased around the house. We really had fun. I cannot forget your academic distinctions in primary school. We were all proud of you. Under the peaceful ambience of discipline and godly love, our parents taught us to love and deeply respect one another. We stood with you to the end.

Your concern and care for my family was palpable. Your custom was to ask after each of my children by name and try to catch up on the latest about them. The only voice that calls me 'Professore' is silenced! My brother rejoiced with me when I rejoiced and wept with me when I wept; a brother like no other.

Your will to be interred in Kaduna was made long before you took ill. Today that will be done without any hesitation. Kaduna to you was 'sweeter' than any city on earth. You literally grew up and made most of your best friends here. No wonder you gladly responded to being called "The Mayor of Kaduna". It's hard to believe that our gists have been paused for now.
Despite my sorrow, I am full of gratitude that you knew Jesus Christ as your Saviour. My point of comfort is that 'to die is gain' for a Christian. What a joyful privilege! Oh, the blessedness of being known by God and numbered among His saints. I believe this is your desire for all your dear friends and relatives you left behind.

In Keith Getty(1974),"In Christ Alone" are my thoughts  for you now:

 No guilt in life, no fear in death
 This is the power of Christ in me
 From life's first cry to final breath
 Jesus commands my destiny
 No power of hell, no scheme of men
 Can ever pluck me from his hand
 'Til he returns or calls me home
 Here, in the power of Christ, I stand

My beloved brother, a lover of people, an excellent gentleman, my unforgettable “Mayor of Kaduna" your memory shall remain evergreen. Rest on till we meet again. Alleluia...!

Professor (Mrs) Elizabeth U. Amuta (Sister) and family.

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