Babajide,

My heart still bleeds for your passing away into glory.

Your smile and forward-looking attitude to life made all the difference in the way I perceived and still perceive life today.

Rest in perfect peace, my younger brother.

One year on, hard to believe that you have indeed left this world, Jide. Continue to rest in peace . I will forever cherish our friendship . May the Lord continue to be with your children and siblings and heal their hearts in Jesus name AMEN.

Jide, words fail me! Only just learnt of your passing few weeks ago, and it's just hard to comprehend. You were a true and loyal friend. We last spoke around Easter time, but chatted freq on WhatsApp up till April, and planned to catch up once Lockdown was lifted etc. Ironically, you had been on my mind in the past few weeks, and I had thought I'd catch up by Bank Hol weekend! Didn't realise u were going through personal stuff. You were always there for me, advising, exchanging ideas, consoling, providing a shoulder to lean on when I was going through my own personal stuff etc. Wish I had been there for you. I am glad our paths crossed right from that morning way back in 1999, at the gates of Maritime Greenwich Campus when we were both running late to Register for our course. A friendship born on mutual respect, trust and kindness. It is well ore, the Lord knows best. You were a hands on dad to your children, and I hope the Lord comforts and heals their hearts. Rest on Jide, as you r now free from all the worries n pains of this world. This is a real loss, but who are we to question the Lord. You will be greatly missed, thanks for being a true friend. Condolences to your children, siblings and your extended family. Will never forget you ore. Really, gone too soon. RIP.

Happy Birthday!
Remembering you, every day as always.
One Abula and a pint of Guinness, winging there way to you...
Rest in peace Aburo mi...

Jide, what a way to go!

It has still not dawned on me that I will not hear your soft-spoken voice again. And that the jokes we shared on all and sundry are gone for good.
But regardless of what has happened and from which it is nigh impossible to recover, I shall always have fond memories of you.
I've never known anyone imbued with the concept of justice and fairness like you did.
You were the heart and soul of many a meeting. Your smile was infectious and melted hearts, left, right and centre.
May your soul rest in perfect peace in the bosom of Our Maker.

Adieu, my friend and brother!

RIP my good in law. May the good Lord rest your soul and take care of the family you left behind.

Yr lovely and loving children will really miss u my bro But God knows best why he took u too soon and too early.Am diary could not make it in person to see yr coffin bec the amount of people allowed in is very less.But my spirit will be there and will communicate with u my bro will really miss all the jokes we use to hav on WhatsApp jide. Was looking forward to come and see yr place in London for the weekend after the lockdown my bro.Still really stocked.........Don't know what else to say then REST IN .PEACE. JIDE.

Jide am still stocked and cant get it over my mind and head that I are gone my lovely cheerful and happy ho lucky bro May God Almighty father giver and eternal rest and perpetual light of God shine on you and forgive all yr sins and forever and ever rest in peace with our lord Jesus christ Until we all meet again in the blossom of otr lord Amen.

Jide, I hesitated writing a tribute due to the shock and disbelief. I felt and wished as though this wasn’t real but it is a fact, that you are now resting in eternal glory. We were kids together and hoped that we’d be old men together as well, but God knows best. We shared so many glorious memories together from secondary school and beyond. As distance and time never separated us, so will your passing never erase these memories of your person. You were a great friend, brother, confidant and the utmost unifier. Your laugh was infectious, your kindness unparalleled and your humility and sincerity were admirable..You will be greatly missed but never forgotten. We spoke at length while you were in the hospital but nothing was suggestive of an early departure. May the Lord fill the void you’ve left and May he comfort your kids. Sun re O!
KABITI.

It’s a Glorious Exist and a very painful exist to me, haaaaaa ! I Still can’t believe u are really gone, was just like yday I spoke to u, u had a heart of Gold, u were a rear Gem, Rest on my Dear Dear friend, U will always be remembered.

I will not remember you with sadness, but with love and happiness. Knowing you has brought fun and laughter into my life. Thank you for being a friend in my life. Rest In Peace........Jide Omo Olaleye.

Dad, you were my rock, we used to share so much fun and laughter. You had so much banter that it was delirious. You were someone I could always rely on no matter the weather. Every day I think why? Why did you have to leave us but what gets me through is you are in a better place. I will always love you with all my heart. Until we meet again Dad rest in eternal peace. x

Dear Jide.
I still can’t believe you’re not on this earth anymore. It was a total shock to us when we heard you had passed away. At least you are pain free now but you will be sorely missed by all that knew you. Our children grew up as good friends together and it was a joy to have had you in our lives. I’m so saddened for your family. I pray for Kylie, Anton and Nell to have their pain eased over time. You were a great dad to them and I know you’re very proud of them.
R.I.P. dear Jide

All our thoughts and prayers to your family from our family. Xx

Jide I can’t believe I didn’t get chance to talk to you in hospital, we only exchanged texts. I was looking forward to a conversation with you. You was a fabulous dad to our children and will be sadly missed by everyone. Always happy and laughing, this is how I’ll remember you! Rest in peace until we meet again. Lots of love Helen. Xxx

I am still in shock and disbelief. You were a source of moral support and inspiration for many of us. Rest in peace, in assurance that your sojourn on this earth was not in vain and you live on in the hearts of multitude you have touched. We feel very fortunate to have known you and will continue to pray for your gentle soul and the family bearing this huge loss.

Jide Jide, such a shock. You had so many plans and I never imagined you would be gone just like that. Still spoke to you on Saturday and you were hopeful about the treatments being given to you. I know there is no more pain or sorrow, just peace. It is well my easy going friend. Will miss your jists and laughs. Rest in peace Jide.

Dearest Uncle Jide, you always made me laugh, you were kind hearted and very caring towards me and my dad.I remember when I last saw you, we were sharing jokes and talking about how we can't wait for the lockdown to be over.I will miss seeing your lovely smile and hearing you laugh.May your soul rest in peace.God bless you.

Ah Jide,the last time I saw you was in London 13 years ago.
We "gisted" far into the night about our respective fathers and all their exploits.
It was like we were back again at Akoka.
Jide may your soul awaken unto joyful activity in the eternal service of God Almighty. May you receive help and strength on your way back home. Amen.

Jide, one of our community peace makers in Bradford, England - you will be missed a lot by many of us. Your infectious laughter, wise words of advice and jokes that used to calm situations and or make those around you feel at ease will be missed.

I pray that the Lord continue to look after your family especially your children.

Goodbye our dear friend.

I'm still surprise you are no more. Your were a caring and understanding Uncle. You will be greatly missed by all. Continue to rest in the bossom of ur maker till we meet to part no more

Jide was a loving and caring friend. We met during the BRF years. He was SSA Audit while I was in Education. He was diligent and loyal. He visited me once in my house in Streatham and gave me a very useful advise when I was thinking of what to do. The Covid-19 made I’d impossible for us to see often since then. I cherish his memory so much! May his soul rest in peace and may God console his loved ones.

Ever ebullient, ever gregarious, there's never a dull moment with you. Words failed me to express my reaction to the sudden and unexpected news of your demise. I still cannot believe I will never hear the sound of your cheerful and amiable banters again. Rest in peace, my dear friend, until we meet to part no more.

Your sudden departure and news came to me as a shock, never expected it. I will miss your presence, jokes and laugh. Continue to rest with your maker.

Jide, where are you? It feels like yesterday, we talked, But no more...
My Aburo, my colleague, but above all, my dear friend....
I criy, I sigh, and I keep asking why?
You are being missed...
You are now in the mist...
In the midst of angels no doubt..
Our shouts, to bother you no more...
Jide this, Jide that...
All that spat..
My friend...
So so sad....
Rest in peace Jide.....
                   Rest in peace...

Your sudden departure sent shiver down my spine. Since I’ve known you, moments shared have been full of humor and positivities. Your words of guidance have been very instrumental and I’ve never regretted any of the times we spent together.
Even though we would have yearn for more of your presence, God Almighty knows best and has decided to keep you in His bossom.
Continue to rest in the bossom of God, Amen!

It’s been a week I lost you EGBON MI.
it’s been a week I lost my BLOOD
EGBON MI, your untimely death is a big blow to us all and i'm yet to come to terms with the brutal fact that you're no more; I wish you had given me the chance to take one last glance at your face before you fly away like a dove

Rest in peace EGBON MI

Babatunde Olaleye

Bro Jide, I was so saddened when I heard about your demise. We just spoke a week before; you were full of life. God knows best, we may not understand God's ways. I pray God will grant you eternal rest, till we meet to part no more. Rest in the bossom of the Lord. Amen.

This is too difficult to take, Too Painful to accept and at moments like this, I question why God would allow certain things happen.
We spoke, You gave me assignments and told me you wanted to spend that weekend resting. Never knew it was going to be an Eternal Rest.
Thank You for all the times we shared, they are now even more precious to me. Thank you for how you helped me grow as an individual and a business.
Thank You for your counsels and persistent check-ups.

There are no words to describe the relationship we shared. First as Client to Professional Service Provider, then it grew to Brotherly Association and finally to Father and Son.

This is hard to take

   Everyday is full of memories of my brother and every single one of them is filled with happiness, for you were someone special and dear to me, always such a joy to know and there was so much pain when it was time to let you go.
    Thats why this special message is sent to heaven above for the Angels to take care of you and give you all my love.
    You will surely be missed. May your gentle soul rest in peace dearest brother, LOVE YOU FOREVER ❤