Memories of Omotayo Ojo

Will never ever forget Ojo, the good heart, peaceful human, decent, humble, a man of high morals and ideal Christian person. I can not forget him, always his angel smile face in front of me ........ I loved him so much, he is in Heaven now.

Osama Fattah

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Uzoma Nduka

Oga Ojo, may your gentle and kind soul continue to rest in the Lord. Your exit and that of Femi has been irretrievably shocking to me. But, as the scripture teaches us, in everything thing, good or bad, we must give thanks. I thank God that we crossed paths. Rest on!

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Tony Awoleke

Tayo, I am profoundly saddened by the news of your untimely death. When we reconnected again in late 2018 after losing contact for over two decades following our secondary school education, I looked forward to the prospect of our physical reunion. That is now a pipe dream!

May the Lord comfort your family and loved ones. Rest well, dear friend until we meet again in eternity.

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Oreva Ofulue

Ojo as we all called him was a kind hearted man. We met as colleagues working at Schlumberger over twenty years ago. His work ethics were impeccable and service delivery excellent. He was meticulous and always ready to share knowledge.

I got to know Ojo better when we worked at DEPTHWIZE. We became friends and then family. Ojo was a wealth of knowledge. He was my technical sounding board. If he could not give you a solution he pointed you in the right direction to get one. I would call him and say “Let me tap into your brain”and his response was always “Go ahead”. He was hardworking and a man of integrity. I remember one of the things he said to me during our last meeting; “Knowledge is not the problem with most people but being consistently upright.” Ojo was dependable and consistently did the right thing. He was fun to be with and could take jokes as much as he gave.

It started suddenly and in no time ill health slowed my brother down. We prayed, we saw him fight but God had the final say.

You were an amazing father. I watched you parent your children even while battling your own challenges. Ojo you will be sorely missed. I look at your picture and the pain of your passing is refreshed. I am consoled knowing you loved God and that you are singing and dancing with the angels.

Sleep on brother till we meet again

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Durotolu Aro

I will forget those long "IDEAL" nights and days we spent together when the best entertainment was watching choppers land and take off. The ever-present smile on your face as you instructed me and urged me on. You will live forever in my memories.

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Shola Ismail

Dear 'Ojo' really sad to hear of your passing. I've read all the condolences and must say they are by no means an exaggeration.

You were humble, kind-hearted and calm. I think back to when we worked together with fond memories. May the Lord comfort your family and grant you eternal rest 🙏

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Gbade Obisesan

So shocked to hear about this news!

Ojo was an excellent professional and a trustworthy, calm, dependable good man. You will surely be missed.

May the Lord bring comfort to all the family you have left behind.
Adieu brother - and we look forward to meet you in eternity where there will be no more departing!

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Osama Fattah

I was shocked when I knew that Ojo is gone. I could not believe it because I worked with him for so long. Ojo was one of my best friend, he was always honest, pure man, lovely makes everyone loves him and trust him. Ojo was so simple man modest with everyone. I loved him so much and respected him so much, I can not forget him as a human as a close friend. He will ever remains in my heart in my brain in my sole. May God rest him in paradise.

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Waleed Adams

Omotayo Ojo,..  (Mr. T) was my brother, my friend, my mentor. When I first met him, I was in awe of his aura. The confidence  he exuded,  the calmness in his dealings, the vibrant attitude towards his profession and then the  humility with which he dealt with everyone! I had no idea how to address him so I called him Mr. T. I had a rare opportunity to work with him on Glomar Explorer (deep water operation). The Operator had asked for expats as the lead Engineers. But Anadrill presented Omotayo Ojo, Ken Atere and the all Nigerian LWD Crew. The client watched every step we took on that rig. But  Ojo Omotayo as he was called, faced it all with grace, panache and great professionalism. This attitude of his rubbed off on every member of the crew. Quickly,  we earned the respect of the DSV and the operator.  All because of his work ethics and attitude. I would watch intently, how he handled every situation and listened to detailed and well spelt-out instructions from him. I still carry all that I learnt from him to this day. Such was the memory of our meeting. Just like yesterday! Our days on Glomar explorer and deep offshore further cemented our friendship. Even though we were not always on the same rig we kept in touch.  He was the one who got me to buy my first landed property. When there was an opportunity for another one, he paid on my behalf. He vacated is own plot of land  for me in order that we could have one corner piece each. He was an epitome of a gentleman. I always looked forward to cracking him up anytime I had the chance.  I just loved to watch him laugh. He had this big and infectious laughter that drew tears from his eyes. Even in his illness he still introduced me to another opportunity.  Such a wonderful human being  Omotayo Ojo was. When he told me he was ill and what it was all about, I was just sad! Each time I called him, he kept reassuring me that he was alright.  Alas! Mr. T has gone to be with the Lord.  May the God Almighty accept you into paradise.  May He comfort the family and give them the fortitude to carry on your legacy.  I will miss you Mr. T! Good night my brother. Rest in peace.  "From God we came and to Him we shall return"

Omotayo Ojo,.. (Mr. T) was my brother, my friend, my mentor. When I first met him, I was in awe of his aura.... Read more The confidence he exuded, the calmness in his dealings, the vibrant attitude towards his profession and then the humility with which he dealt with everyone! I had no idea how to address him so I called him Mr. T. I had a rare opportunity to work with him on Glomar Explorer (deep water operation). The Operator had asked for expats as the lead Engineers. But Anadrill presented Omotayo Ojo, Ken Atere and the all Nigerian LWD Crew. The client watched every step we took on that rig. But Ojo Omotayo as he was called, faced it all with grace, panache and great professionalism. This attitude of his rubbed off on every member of the crew. Quickly, we earned the respect of the DSV and the operator. All because of his work ethics and attitude. I would watch intently, how he handled every situation and listened to detailed and well spelt-out instructions from him. I still carry all that I learnt from him to this day. Such was the memory of our meeting. Just like yesterday! Our days on Glomar explorer and deep offshore further cemented our friendship. Even though we were not always on the same rig we kept in touch. He was the one who got me to buy my first landed property. When there was an opportunity for another one, he paid on my behalf. He vacated is own plot of land for me in order that we could have one corner piece each. He was an epitome of a gentleman. I always looked forward to cracking him up anytime I had the chance. I just loved to watch him laugh. He had this big and infectious laughter that drew tears from his eyes. Even in his illness he still introduced me to another opportunity. Such a wonderful human being Omotayo Ojo was. When he told me he was ill and what it was all about, I was just sad! Each time I called him, he kept reassuring me that he was alright. Alas! Mr. T has gone to be with the Lord. May the God Almighty accept you into paradise. May He comfort the family and give them the fortitude to carry on your legacy. I will miss you Mr. T! Good night my brother. Rest in peace. "From God we came and to Him we shall return" Read less Omotayo Ojo,.. (Mr. T) was my brother, my friend, my mentor. When I first met him, I was in awe of his aura. The confidence ... Read morehe exuded, the calmness in his dealings, the vibrant attitude towards his profession and then the humility with which he dealt with everyone! I had no idea how to address him so I called him Mr. T. I had a rare opportunity to work with him on Glomar Explorer (deep water operation). The Operator had asked for expats as the lead Engineers. But Anadrill presented Omotayo Ojo, Ken Atere and the all Nigerian LWD Crew. The client watched every step we took on that rig. But Ojo Omotayo as he was called, faced it all with grace, panache and great professionalism. This attitude of his rubbed off on every member of the crew. Quickly, we earned the respect of the DSV and the operator. All because of his work ethics and attitude. I would watch intently, how he handled every situation and listened to detailed and well spelt-out instructions from him. I still carry all that I learnt from him to this day. Such was the memory of our meeting. Just like yesterday! Our days on Glomar explorer and deep offshore further cemented our friendship. Even though we were not always on the same rig we kept in touch. He was the one who got me to buy my first landed property. When there was an opportunity for another one, he paid on my behalf. He vacated is own plot of land for me in order that we could have one corner piece each. He was an epitome of a gentleman. I always looked forward to cracking him up anytime I had the chance. I just loved to watch him laugh. He had this big and infectious laughter that drew tears from his eyes. Even in his illness he still introduced me to another opportunity. Such a wonderful human being Omotayo Ojo was. When he told me he was ill and what it was all about, I was just sad! Each time I called him, he kept reassuring me that he was alright. Alas! Mr. T has gone to be with the Lord. May the God Almighty accept you into paradise. May He comfort the family and give them the fortitude to carry on your legacy. I will miss you Mr. T! Good night my brother. Rest in peace. "From God we came and to Him we shall return" Read less Omotayo Ojo,.. (Mr. T) was my brother, my friend, ... Read moremy mentor. When I first met him, I was in awe of his aura. The confidence he exuded, the calmness in his dealings, the vibrant attitude towards his profession and then the humility with which he dealt with everyone! I had no idea how to address him so I called him Mr. T. I had a rare opportunity to work with him on Glomar Explorer (deep water operation). The Operator had asked for expats as the lead Engineers. But Anadrill presented Omotayo Ojo, Ken Atere and the all Nigerian LWD Crew. The client watched every step we took on that rig. But Ojo Omotayo as he was called, faced it all with grace, panache and great professionalism. This attitude of his rubbed off on every member of the crew. Quickly, we earned the respect of the DSV and the operator. All because of his work ethics and attitude. I would watch intently, how he handled every situation and listened to detailed and well spelt-out instructions from him. I still carry all that I learnt from him to this day. Such was the memory of our meeting. Just like yesterday! Our days on Glomar explorer and deep offshore further cemented our friendship. Even though we were not always on the same rig we kept in touch. He was the one who got me to buy my first landed property. When there was an opportunity for another one, he paid on my behalf. He vacated is own plot of land for me in order that we could have one corner piece each. He was an epitome of a gentleman. I always looked forward to cracking him up anytime I had the chance. I just loved to watch him laugh. He had this big and infectious laughter that drew tears from his eyes. Even in his illness he still introduced me to another opportunity. Such a wonderful human being Omotayo Ojo was. When he told me he was ill and what it was all about, I was just sad! Each time I called him, he kept reassuring me that he was alright. Alas! Mr. T has gone to be with the Lord. May the God Almighty accept you into paradise. May He comfort the family and give them the fortitude to carry on your legacy. I will miss you Mr. T! Good night my brother. Rest in peace. "From God we came and to Him we shall return" Read less

Siji Anjorin

I'm still in shock on hearing you're no longer with us..

I still remember with fondness our days in Anadrill Port Harcourt, and the care with which you looked after us "new recruits"; looking after our development, and instilling in us a level of discipline which I have endeavored to carry forward to this day... On the few jobs we worked together, I fondly recall the calmness with which you did things, and your attention to detail where you left hardly anything to chance...

I recall it took me quite a while to realize that Ojo was actually your last name and not your first name... Not until I asked and you set me straight... Not with attitude, but with the humility which was your hallmark...

Adieu my friend...

God knows best...
All we have to look forward to is to when we all meet to part no more...

Rest well mom ami...

My condolences and prayers to the Ojo family at this time..
May God give you all the fortitude to bear this immeasurable loss...

Siji Anjorin

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Sylvanus Amadi

I read the news of your demise with heavy heart and typing this message with trembling fingers. We had crossed paths prior to my DD journey, and you came across as that description of a perfect gentleman. That description stayed true to life even at the start of my DD journey, training and trained under you. Words cannot express the degree of positive impacts you had on me and others that had the privilege to associate with you. We will surely and truly miss you!
You were such a rare coach and mentor. May the good Lord grant your Soul eternal rest. May the Almighty Father provide for and protect the family you left behind. Adieu!!!

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Abidemi Alabi

No message of condolence could ever do justice to the kind of person you were. You were a kind and honest man. Your smile, so captivating yet wasn't your best feature. Your humility was. Rest I'm Peace , dear friend and we pray that Almighty God will continue to watch over those you left behind. Amen.

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Monday Okoro

This news is so shocking and so sad! Omotayo Ojo was a solid and reliable engineer in the Anadrill Schlumberger Warri team that I was fortunate to be managing between 1998 and 2000. I can never forget his cool, calm and calculated demeanor that inspired confidence in all.
We will greatly miss him and we pray for the peaceful repose of his Soul and for God to grant us all but most especially his wife and children the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.
Go in peace dear Omotayo Ojo.
Monday OKORO

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HK Onu

I was surprised to read your demise on a Facebook page. I had to make calls to confirm it. What a shock. My condolences to your wife, children and family. May your soul Rest In Peace

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Ekpo Archibong

You were a gentleman to the core my dear friend. You were easy going and ready to share whatever you knew as an LWD engineer. I learnt a lot from you and can never forget your kind nature. This world will miss you and I for sure will definitely miss you. Adieu Chief Ojo Omotayo and May your soul rest in perfect peace 🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽🙏🏽

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Oyovwe Onerhime

Heart breaking. Rest In Peace dear friend. May the good Lord comfort, protect and keep those you left behind.

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Taiwo Oluwafemi

We met sometimes around 1996 at Daystar Parish, RCCG and came across as a humble, quiet and reserved friend / brother. You took a big risk in 2001 when I needed help with a request (a step most men will not attempt). I’m broken with this news and I pray that your memory will be a blessing to everyone that knew you on this side of eternity.
Good night, brother!

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Uzoma Nduka

Oga Ojo,

You were a real gentleman. You were truly humble. You respected everyone, even the very least. You are more than honorable.
I can't believe you're no more. I can't believe I won't see Ojo Omotayo any longer. It's unbelievable.
May God accept your gentle soul and give you everlasting rest. Amen.

Uzoma Nduka (Ph.D).

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Emeka Nwosu

Ore mi good night. God only knows the reason for the early home call. I pray that he grants the bereaved the fortitude to bear the loss. Surely we shall meet to part no more.

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Celine Clarke

I was a trainee when I first met you and all through the job you were full of smiles and explained everything to me to the beat of my understand. Lost touch and I cant believe that the next time I will be discussing you is on this page ..thank you so much great mentor...may your gentle and kind soul rest in peace

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ADEJARE BETIKU

Ore,

Sleep peacefully in the Bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ till we meet at His Feet to part no more. We Love you, but Jesus love you more,

Engr Adejare Betiku

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Pius Okafor

Ojo as my mentor and firt manager, your can-do attitude resonances in my mind in the face of every challenge.... Read more Ojo as my mentor and firt manager, your can-do attitude resonances in my mind in the face of every challenge. Your unassumming... Read more Ojo as my mentor and firt manager, your can-do attitude... Read more

Napoleon Ogbedaigo

There are Shockers, but this one will sure last a long while.

Adieu to a very dedicated, meticulous, tolerant... Read more There are Shockers, but this one will sure last a long while.

Adieu to a very dedicated, meticulous, tolerant and humble being.... Read more There are Shockers, but this one will sure last a long... Read more

Usman Sule

This is unbelievable, the shock wave of the news of your death can never be quantified. You touched so many... Read more This is unbelievable, the shock wave of the news of your death can never be quantified. You touched so many life’s positively,... Read more This is unbelievable, the shock wave of the news of... Read more

Owen Irifeta

The news of your transition broke me this morning.
I still my days with you as an MWD engineer in Noble Tommy Craighead. How you taught me well design, basic directional drilling and deployment/operations of the Powerdrive Xceed tool.
You are a such a gentleman, coach and wealth of experience.
May you find rest in the Lord.
My condolences to your lovely family.

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Joy Ehigiamusoe

Mr Ojo Omatayo was such an amazing man.I met him in 2018 when I started working at Ynsynk Nigeria Limited.He motivated me to be the very best and challenged me to be a better person.I can't forget the great memories we shared having you as our Managing Director.But one thing is sure,your impacts lives on.Rest on,great hero!

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Osaretin Ojeiduma

Ojo, I trained under you a couple of decades ago as we were drilling for the black gold in the swamps of the Niger Delta. You taught me a lot and very quickly helped me to stand on my own. I eventually took over from you as the lead engineer on that long project as you moved on to another one. Your presence in the logging cabin in the oilfield always brought peace, calm and an overall positive atmosphere. No one could provoke you enough to make you utter one inappropriate word.

But what was remarkable about you was the way you kept in close contact with your trainees and mentees even out of work. You were there to help me through the process of buying my first car and your negotiation skills shaved off a lot from the cost of the car. You were always available to provide guidance on all sorts of issues.

You were a man of integrity and an epitome of humility. I have no doubt you are in a better place. Sleep well, boss.

As for your family, may God console them in ways that only He can.

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Eustace Amah

Ojo was anything you could describe a good man to be. Working with you back in the days of Anadrill was a... Read more Ojo was anything you could describe a good man to be. Working with you back in the days of Anadrill was a time that no one could... Read more Ojo was anything you could describe a good man to be.... Read more

Haleema Idris

Mr Ojo was a wealth of knowledge, I always learnt something new every time we had a conversation. He was a mentor and a great boss!
May his soul rest on.

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