Rotimi's sudden departure is still shocking beyond words. I recall my last visit to his office sometime in May 2023. We chatted about time, life, plans, and caught up on developments. That visit lasted almost an hour. Little did I know that would be our last physical interaction. Rotimi always exuded absence of stress...always smiling, good natured, healthy and strong. Still wondering what changed.... and why!!!

So much to say but not here. I'll miss you like so many others will. You lived a good life and heaven has taken you now.

My deepest condolence to his family. May God grant you all the strength you need at this challenging period and beyond.

Adieu Rotimi!

Boss, I am still shocked and in disbelief that I am writing this and referring to you.

You were so much more than a boss to me, you were a protector, a guide, and a friend. You made us feel that we truly mattered, not just as employees, but as people. You never made anyone feel small, you lifted us all up. The office was never just a workplace under you, it was a family, and I am so lucky to have had you as my boss.

You always had our backs. You defended us, listened without judgment, and gave your advice so freely and gently. I was never afraid to speak up or be myself around you, because you created that safety for us. You led not with authority, but with heart. Even when you were angry with me, your anger was still gentle. I can still see you sitting quietly and calmly, responding to an email, even one that is difficult and would make anyone else angry or stressed, but you will be typing gently and calm, without rush.

You were the kind of person who made others better just by being in the room, and the kind of boss people are lucky to meet once in a lifetime. You will live on in every single one of us you touched.

You were one of the good ones. Truly. Thank you for everything.

Rotimi, it’s still so hard to believe you’re gone. 😭

A truly gentle soul, always calm, pleasant, and wearing a warm smile.

Words fail me at this moment.

May the Lord comfort your family and all who loved you.

Adieu, my dear friend. 🙏

I was deeply saddened to hear of Rotimi’s passing. The memories of his kindness and gentle spirit are lessons that will stay with me for a lifetime.  

He will be remembered for his warmth, his gracious words, and the quiet dignity he carried—truly a gentleman through and through.

Hmmmm… my dearest Oga Rotimi, as I fondly call you words fail me. I never imagined this would be the message I’d write to you. Ahhh… my gentle and ever-supportive boss.

Your last text to me was in February, on my birthday 😭. You teased me in your usual, subtle way… hmmm, it is well. I didn’t know that would be the last time I’d ever hear from you. But as they say, God knows best, and we will trust Him even in times as hard as this.

You will always be remembered for the great impact you made , your words of encouragement, your wisdom on so many issues, your random check-ins, and your jokes. They will never be forgotten. Thank you for helping me see life through a different lens.

You promised you would assist with your mechanics to check my car 😢… you haven’t done that. It cuts so deep to write this, but in total submission to God, I say: rest well, sir. I will hold on to the beautiful memories we shared… not just as a great boss, but as my big brother. I love you, but God loves you more 🙏🏻. Heaven has truly gained another angel.

My prayers are with your beautiful family. May the good Lord comfort them .Amen 

Your Smallie

It is very hard for me to write this condolence and refer to Rotimi in past tense. Rotimi was a perfect gentleman that I know. Our working relationship back then in HQ Oceanic was a very refreshing. Easy going, friendly,loving, consistent and considerate. He was an exemplary gentleman to the core. May the Lord comfort your family, friends and everyone you left behind. 

Prince OYEWOLE Olakunle 

I was devastated when I heard the news of Rotimi's passing. I wanted to reach out and express my deepest condolences during this incredibly difficult time.

Please know that my thoughts are with you and your family.

Rotimi! There were three of us paying pensions and I am the only one left. There is not much to be said when death strikes the best, when woe shanks the rest and sorrow blows its heartless wicked poisonous neutering dust  and sneer at the trauma of those left behind. Hot tears drench a face like cloth, as smogged puffs overflow, as shock stenches wailings and in mourning tonic immobility must all remain, despicable possum we must become to trick death till the day inevitably comes. Let the tears pour down quickly as they must. Death must and cannot get the best of us.

The Rotimi I knew was not a man of many words… think of s teacher’s teacher, apt with an unassuming voice that’s summarstive in breath. Where others shunned roots and identity for vaunted “education” this man remained versed in the moors of our people and attuned to the etiquettes of universal human conduct. He was a quintessentially universal man for all seasons.

For those of us left behind, trauma therapy comes in remembering his greatest strengths and virtues … reliability, trust, collaborative, supportive, accessible, helpful, friendly collaborative, considerate… these are the virtues that I pray God would see now that he has gone home. These are the virtues to which I testify in his behalf for God to forgive and wipe whatever sins he might have had. He was a good man and good friend.

Unassuming authority, cultural integrity and virtuous conduct should be the pillars by which he should be remembered.

Sleep with the Angels Sir Rote! May the lives you've impacted be blessed, mine inclusive and may you watch over your family and friends from the Seat of heaven where you are. 

God be with you till we meet again. 

Where can I start from Olorunmi .....🥲 the man that makes me who I am today. He who brought me to OCEANIC BANK 2008 through an agency (work force) .

My brother, my mentor..

He loves his family very much . He always make sure they are okay .

You will always be in my heart .

I never knew it would be so soon like this .

O di gba kan na ka tun pade 😭😭😭 .Amin 🙏  olusoji Oyedele