The Unbroken Legacy of How My Father, Isaac Osevwe Apochi, Defied Corruption and Chose Honor - Taghogho Von Apochi
My father, Isaac Osevwe Apochi, did not steal crude oil or diesel from Shell Petroleum Development Company during his tenure from 1979 to 2005, he was a leader and a prolific engineer. Though I was tempted to accuse him of not being like his peers who built mansions and bought luxury cars with illicit proceeds, the profound moral lessons my mother instilled in us during morning devotions and through the Sunbeam and Royal Ambassador classes at the Baptist Church in Ughelli, Nigeria, shaped my thinking and values thus refraining from such thought ridiculous thought of comparing the noble man with his peers. These lessons taught me that proceeds from criminality amount to nothing but vanity.
My father would often tell me, "A good name is more
desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold"
(Proverbs 22:1, Bible). He would say, "I am comfortable where I am and
satisfied with what I earned." Bless his memory, my father passed away in
December 19 2016.
Isaac Apochi was a brilliant man, fluent in Yoruba, Igbo,
and Urhobo, Itsekiri and conversant in Hausa. He graduated at the top of his class from
the renowned Auchi Polytechnic in Nigeria with a Diploma in Mechanical
Engineering and acquired extensive training both locally and abroad. He was known to be one of the best philanthropist, he gave like his life source came from it and this was not limited to the educational institutions from which he graduated. Despite
being slated for several cross postings to Holland and other countries, he was
often dropped because he refused to lobby or push for favors. He would always
travel when the time was right, yet remained unperturbed.
Reflecting on my father’s integrity, I am reminded of a
quote by Albert Einstein: "Try not to become a man of success, but rather
try to become a man of value" (Albert Einstein, The World As I See It). My
father’s adherence to principles over profit set a powerful example.
I am immensely proud of him for not tarnishing the Apochi legacy. Thank you, Daddy, as we continue to remember and honor you.
Happy Father's Day to all the great fathers on earth.
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Mr. Christopher Odinigwe Osakwe, a man of unwavering principles and unconditional love, was more than just a father to his biological children. He was a father figure to many, a true patriarch who opened his heart and home to numerous cousins and family members from both sides, providing for their well-being and education.
ReplyDeleteAs the Diokpa of Ogbe-Obi village, he ruled with integrity, upholding truth, honesty, transparency, equity, and justice. He fearlessly stood against corruption and illegality, even when it meant facing formidable opposition from those who sought to exploit their power for personal gain.
One fateful day, his unwavering stance against injustice led to a tragic confrontation. Despite being offered bribes to compromise his values, he refused to yield, staying true to his convictions. His courage ultimately cost him his life, but his legacy lives on.
Today, on Father's Day, we honor the memory of Mr. Christopher Odinigwe Osakwe, a shining example of fatherhood, leadership, and moral fiber. His selflessness, love, and unwavering commitment to justice continue to inspire generations. May his story be a beacon of hope and a reminder that integrity and courage can change the world.
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DeleteMy father lost His wife (our mum) when I was barely 7 years old, my kid brother was just 3 years old. My dad refused to re-marry due to the fear of another woman maltreating us (He knew how step-mum’s could be), He brought us up single handedly. This is a very rare behavior, especially in men. I owe all that I am today to Him, He was really a super-dad. RIP and happy Father’s Day papa!
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MR.linus Anizoba okechukwu...I call him my pride because growing up,he was very disciplined and he is a man of his words who believes in the truth and stand by the truth no matter how difficult it is to tell.
Growing up, During my young days ,we resided in the northern part of Nigeria Plateau state to be precised.
As a teenager, I was surrounded by negative peer group .I was stubborn and I kept hanging out with those friends of mine after my father talked to me.
Then he caught me unaware and thought me the lesson of my life, which I'll never forget in a hurry.
Because,along the line most of my peers contacted HIV and most of them are married today without kids because of their promiscuity .
In essence,what I'm trying to say is that if not for my dad I would have been Lost and gone..
Thanks dad for all you do and keep doing.
I love you my hero. Happy Father's Day to you
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My father Pa Olasunkanmi Jacob was a great man that I know, I don't have chance to know him very well because I'm not stay with him sometime but when I stay with him, he was great man so caring. He never beat me he will carry me on his laps and sing for me my father
He was a poor man but so caring and his the only one that love me with my attitude but I loss him about 21 years ago 😏😏😏😏.
I miss you so much my friend, my hope my joy
Rest on papa.
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My name is mercy modom and the only daughter of Moses modom..... My father was a man of love and great value.
ReplyDeleteGrowing up , we had people living with us some which were not even related to us and he would treat us equally , you wouldn't even be able to tell who were his biological children amongst us .
He was a kind man who lived a short life but accomplished much... He died at the age of 45 but was able to build houses both in the city and village , trained people through school that I personally don't have all , was called by his keens men to be their counselor and was loved by many. Till date I get favours because of my father .
Happy Father's Day ... I really do miss you.
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My father, Sir, Engr. Jack Oriada Ayo was a great man. His favorite quote was "Honesty is the best policy" and this he instilled in us his children, his legacy. Dad was honest to a fault and this I felt the full brunt of when after my first GCE exam I didn't get any credit as I had written it whilst in SS2. Mum always a mum tried to cover for me that I had made maths to her friend when her friend inquired about my results but Dad said "was it not F?" Lol. That was my Dad... Honest to a fault and that honesty burns in my veins today as in the veins of my siblings.
ReplyDeleteDad passed three years ago on Valentine's Day. Continue to rest in love Dad.
Thanks for this opportunity Von. Rest in peace Engr Isaac Apochi. Your legacy lives on in your kids. I see them.
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DeleteI love this story, it made me laugh. Honesty is key. Nice one sir.
Delete😂, NA F 9. Great dad.
DeleteMy father is Elder Ayeni U Moses. He is the first son of his father, my father was a secondary school principal from the year 1984-1999.
ReplyDeleteHe is a disciplinary of the highest order, I could remember vividly in the year 1994 when he was the principal of a Teacher Training School, Isiokolo in Ethiope East Local Government Area of Delta State, a case of two students having romantic affair was brought to him by the parent of the girl, the parents of both parties were invited to the school by my father to be witnesses to the disciplinary actions he would take. The two students involved were called to the assembly ground in the morning in the presence of the both parents, school teachers and the whole students, they were both advised first to be role models to the junior students and good ambassadors of the school, thereafter they were given 20 strokes of the cane and made to be cleaning the school premises for two weeks.
My father always advise us the children to be mindful of our behaviours outside and avoid what will bring disgrace to us and the family. There was a day my younger brother borrowed a pair of shoes from his friend to use for one of his friends birthday party, it was not a funny scenario at all when my father knew of it, he was made to return the shoes immediately but not without serious beating of his life. My father always tell us to be contented with what we have. He said to us during one of his routine advice to us that one day we shall see the importance of his stands against bad behavior and his name shall open different doors for us, we never knew he was right not until we started seeing the positive impacts of our father's chestesement. Happy Father's Day to my lovely father.
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I come from a Royal family in Delta State where the first son ascends the throne at the demise of the reigning king. My father's only elder brother (from same Mom) happened to be the eldest and was next in line for the throne. When my grandfather the king passed, my uncle had about 10 years of service left with the Government to be pensionable. My Dad left his job to be a regent (a rep.) on behalf of his brother until he retired from the civil service and stepped down for my uncle to assume his rightful throne when he eventually retired. Both brothers have long passed on, but the invaluable lessons of loyalty and integrity I learnt thereon have been pillars for me that I am also passing down to my kids.
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DeleteMy Father Mr Nimisoere Hutchinson Bobmanuel has always been a Man of Principles, from his time in Elf from 1975 until he retired in 2004, my father never believed in luxury, some times I would ask my dad we don't travel abroad like his other colleagues do with their families, and he would tell me, it's better to have a roof over our Heads and have good education, every other thing can come later, as the first Child of among 7, he always told me family is important, my Dad was a singles Dad for about 12 years before he married another wife. My mum lefty younger sister and I when I was 5 and my sister was 3, as a matter of fact my sister was still in napkins 😊, but he took care of us regardless, though us how to cook... I had to learn how to cook early, that I'm really proud of because it made me a very good cook. I am proud to say Mr Nimisoere Hutchinson Bobmanuel is the best Dad ever, oh and guess what, because of the Love he had for us , my Day had to seek our approval to marry my step mom then😂, till this day, my Dad puts us (his Children) first, he even tells our husbands he doesn't joke with us, so they should be careful not to hurt his daughters 😂. I remember when we were kids, whenever we fall sick, my dad doesn't sleep.
ReplyDeleteDaddy, I just want to say that you for being such a Great father to us, we love you Daddy and you shall eat surely continue to eat the fruits of your labour. Happy Father's Day 🎉.
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DeleteMy father NNathaniel, was a passionate fisherman, who gained local fame and recognition as a young boy. He spent hours learning the intricacies of fishing, winning his first local tournament at 18. He participated in numerous competitions, honing his skills and expanding his knowledge. His reputation grew, and he even distributed fish internationally. His most notable achievement was winning the National Fishing Championship, catching the largest bass ever recorded in the tournament's history. Despite his success, he remained humble and dedicated to the fishing community, sharing his expertise through workshops and seminars. His legacy as an award-winning fisherman is a testament to his passion, dedication, and unwavering spirit. I love you my beloved father.
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DeleteMy dad Mr. Peter Okafor and hero before his passing brought the popular Aradite glue to Nigeria. He was also a philanthropist who had over 23 lock up shops inside the popular Alaba Arago Market, Alaba, Ojo, Lagos State.
ReplyDeleteMy siblings and I were a total of six children and daddy thought us all one things in spite of his great wealth and commerce never to look down on anyone and to always remember to give to those in need.
Due to his illustrious contributions, he was lobbied by the Anambra State Government with lofty public office positions of where he could have access to plenty of money, but rejected the call several times.
His means of livelihood was threatened, when his business partner stole his idea and approached a Chinese company to bring in same brand of Aradite glue but of more substandard quality and cheaper into the Nigerian market.
This evil succeeded and my family went into huge financial debts and crisis, we ended up selling all our lock up shops to save the family and in the heat of it, I lost my mom first at age 16 and then my dad at age 20 to cardiac.
Our lives changed completely, but in that same year, I took passion in beauty and body care and started rendering services. I saw my dad never give up on anything so I persisted and for 7yrs I washed peoples hands, feet, cleaned their nails, braided hair because I wanted to be versatile like my dad.
Today, i have my own brand called Maryonette Ventures Enterprise, a unisex salon offering the best in beauty and body care services all thanks to a dogged and fighting spirit I got from my papa. Today I celebrate all fathers across the globe, and my Hero up above. I miss you daddy and love you.
Thank you for letting me do this and hope to win as I will use it to buy more products for my salon.
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My father is late. I lost him on April 12th 2021. He left a void nobody can fill. I haven't been the same since I last saw him.He was a true definition of fatherhood. Firm in love, consistent in provision and undying with sacrifice. He was the god I see. Until his death, I didn't know gods can die. I live each day missing his counsel, love and sacrifice. Daddy was always ahead of us. He denied himself everything good, to see us excel and to give us the best. We went to best schools, fed well from his meagre resources. I don't know how he was able to do it. Maybe some of us are really gods. If love is a person, call him late Mr Anthony Emeana Okere.
ReplyDeleteThis made me shed tears. The god I see... true, children see their parents as the first role models.
DeleteMy father’s name is Tayo Adeleke Moses, he is 62 years old.
ReplyDeleteMy father was very strong and always had glasses on. His friends called him
“4 eyes” . My father was an educated yoruba tailor. Every morning he goes to the shop after breakfast, he wil work until the late evening.
Although my father was very busy working but he still cared about us and about our education.
I have 3 siblings, we are 4 altogether but I am the oldest and dad named me after himself.
Each night dad will set a time for us to review our home work that we had done in the afternoon and that time he would check our school work.
We could only watch tv after finishing all the school work.
My father was very friendly and helpful.
He rendered help to both Neigbours and anyone he came across.
My fathers hobby was draft game, he played with friends when he was free, especially on saturdays, my father was a very good player, that he represented our street in the whole of Ikorodu local government and won …
My father loved us very much that when he was free he took us on family outing and to other resorts.
I feel very lucky to have such a responsible, kind and friendly father.
I’m thankful he gave us such a happy life.
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My dad, hmm what can I say, Engr Alex Okowe Isaac Edhughoro was a gentle and loving man. My siblings and I grew up together as a team of 5 living like we were from one womb...he made sure there was no division, oppression,and quarrels between us 5,to the point that every Christmas until I was about 12 we all had matching clothes..(I am the 4th,so you can imagine out eldest worry "anko" even at his age. Daddy are sure of that. Until he passed however ho rotten politics has gotten he ensured in isoko south where he ran for a position his integrity stood out even in clashes with in his party urging him to go bad,he stood his ground and showed that honesty and integrity was a virtue. .
ReplyDeleteI miss him everyday,even while he was in the hospital he still had time for all of us, chatting away even when he was tired. I challenged him to a game of Scrabble but we never got to play it,cos he had to go without notice 😪...love him always.
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I lost my dad when I was 10. I may not know enough to articulate vividly what he did. but for the short life he lived i could see myself in him. and when I act some kind of way, my mom will always tell me ,that's how your father was. I may not be in my best but I am grateful that he played a part in my existence. Kanu moses. (0002388358) access bank
ReplyDeleteIn the twilight of May 31st, 1947, a remarkable soul was born. His name was Sir Isaac Apochi, a man of simplicity and grace. As the years unfolded, he became an engineer at Shell Petroleum Development Company, dedicating his talents to the service of others.
ReplyDeleteFrom 1979 to 2005, Engr Isaac's hands crafted a legacy of excellence, his heart radiating warmth and kindness. He was not just an engineer; he was a beacon of hope for the community, always extending a helping hand to those in need.
On December 19th, 2016, the world mourned the loss of a true hero. Engr Isaac Apochi may have left this earthly realm, but his spirit of compassion and love lives on in my heart and the hearts of all who knew him. Myself and my siblings remember him fondly, cherishing the lessons of generosity and humility he imparted.
Engr Isaac's legacy is not defined by dates or titles but by the lives he touched and the hearts he uplifted. In a world that often craves complexity, he remained a shining example of the beauty found in simplicity and the power of a good heart.
Rest in peace Daddy, your memory will forever be a guiding light for me, my siblings and those you loved and those whose lives you touched.
Happy Father's Day!
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DeleteAs a child I started reading novels very early. First it was Adventure stories and gradually it metamorphosed into crime novels. Whenever I read these books I get so engrossed that I hardly had time to go out and play with my peers. Unknown to me, my Dad: Late C.M Agbavwe was observing my moves and glancing through every literature Item that tickled my fancy. On this special day I was reading a Hadley Chase novel with a criminal character and a Detective both as Hero and Antagonist. My Dad called me aside and asked ' why are you suddenly interested in crime novels'? I excitedly replied that the criminal character was very smart and I doubt if the Detective can outsmart him and I wanted to see how the story would end. He calmly replied that ' have you noticed that not matter how smart or intelligent the criminal character in all the novels you read is portrayed, the law finally catches up with them'? Think back and keep same on mind going forward " This made me know early that the place of a criminally minded person is defined by the existing laws of the land. Mr. Christopher M. Agbavwe of blessed memory, may perpetual light continue to shine on you as you rest in the Lord's bosom. Happy Father's day to you in Heaven ( I strongly believe you are with the Lord).
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ReplyDeleteMy father Emmanuel A. Gold, born and brough up in Udu Local government of Warri, Delta State, Nigeria. He is a Pastor and worked with a Portuguese company.
My dad always taught me and my siblings that our contentment is not dependent on external circumstances. We should learn to be content in every situation, whether in abundance or in need. We can covet what others have but never be jealous.
My dad did not have much but he tried his best to make sure we had the essentials :food, clothing and shelter. You need something else... No problem.... If it can be gotten and its within reach no wahala but if its not... Oga remove your eyes 🫣.
On Sundays everyone got a bottle of drink from my dad, Maltina or Fayrooz.
As a family, we have been hit so hard this year because my dad has been very sick since January but in all I am grateful that we still have each other and my dad is alive to witness another father's day.
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Happy Father's day daddy, still missing the sound of your voice, the wisdom in your advice, our precious morning devotions, just being in your presence, your neatness, your queens diction , how your stare in the mirror in admiration of your wonderful looks especially when dressed in White & your brown papa’s cap, the stories of your life with different tales with family & friends.
ReplyDeleteI always wished you had carried my kids because I knew how wonderful you were with people’s children.
You always would say Success, when you want to make an achievements out of Life, take the Bull by it’s Horns & never show weakness, even when it hurts.
Pops ak Big Duff as popularly called, you were always proud to show me off & say my Forever 18.
You taught me how to work hard & less dependent, how to study hard & show thyself approved, you made everyone around you know how to Love God, pray without ceasing & never give up…. Your favorite story in the bible was about JOB which was your everyday teaching….
You’re the reason I’m a sucker for r&b, classics, jazz, junks, collector of different fragrance, surprise gifting to acknowledge someone, my art skills especially the beauty in colors, glitters & Love.
I remember how you would say, the day I would get married I would make my wrapper sweep the isle & the feathers on my hat stand with High Squared Shoulders.
I’ve so much I want to pen down but this tears are so hard to control. I promise to be strong like a MATADOR. I always recite your favorite word’s “What a time to be alive & be great” & “no one shall me sorry but congratulations”.
Thank you for been my father, my friend, my pastor, my tutor, my pillar, my strength, my disciplinarian, my favorite customer of my meal especially beans & plantain (Saturday dinner).
Till we meet again, no matter Who I Become, Who I Marry you will always be my Number One.
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My father Augustine Alena Awobem of blessed memory was a very generous man who took good care of his family and by extension his community he would use his van to work for virtually everyone in the community helping them move their logs from the farm to their houses he served them so much he was like the community house boy loved by many due to his selfless service for them.I also remember him for his funny use of words it was from him I first heard the English word gumption he was fun to be with I really missed him I was only in primary one first term when the cold hands of death snatched him away from us
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My father, OLOROGUN GODWIN OMOJERO AGANBI(P. E. N),was born 84years ago, precisely 10th day of June 1940,He is a retired teacher who rose to the rank of Principal excellent Grade(P. E. G).He became Principal of many schools including Government college Ughelli where He retired,He is a great man of wisdom hence he was bestowed with the traditional title of "Eterhe-ohor of the great Agbon Kingdom , which means fountain of wisdom, He hails from Eku in Ethiope east L.G.A of Delta State, learning from His wisdom has brought me this far in my career and social life, am indeed grateful to have him give me, my brothers and sisters the best of Education and wisdom to be useful in the society, He is presently the traditional Prime minister of Eku community, happy father's day World Daddy.
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A lot of stories to tell about him. This man has been oppressed even by his own sons, my step-brothers.
How can I forget 1999?
My Father had bluntly refused to cover his first son who had at that point turned into a highway robber, after selling off most of his landed properties prior to that.
Security personnels to the Governor at that time came all dressed in black looking for him and my father rightly pointed them to where he lived.
1999 when he got released, without our knowledge, he made his way straight home. My Father and my mother were outside having their baths (living in the village then, it was common) around 9pm, with my father's back to the entrance of our compound, my mother had just finished and come into the house when we heard my father's voice, "I don't know what they poured on me o (repeatedly). We heard my step-brother's voice as he ran out of the compound cursing.
My father's back was burning ferociously from acid!
The story goes on but God saved him. That's the bottomline.
Years later, my father has become the eldest man in our village (at 69) and surrounded by many enemies, they wanted him dead at all costs. They rallied and manipulated the youths of the village.
They carried my father even though he was sick that period, outside on that rainy night and we were living in the town at this point and can't go to the village that late. They beat him with knives, big sticks and threw stones at him. With no tangible accusation, just that he's an evil man. When our village Head was notified, he came and they chased him back to his house with random gunshots. My Father was later kept in a very dark room, it was later in the morning when they came to bring him out, that he heard them saying, "Chineke! This man is still alive! Snake did not bite him?" This meant that they put my dad in a room filled with black snakes that they believed detects evil men.
And, after several deliberations in awe, they let him go. In all these, my Dad never stopped praying or holding onto his faith. He forgave them and prayed for the ones that came to ask for forgiveness when a plague broke among them. All the leading perpetrators as I write are dead, all shameful deaths and some of the youths too.
That was the day I confirmed that my father will not die until his Chi says so. I still wonder what manner of Man he is.
But in all, I know that I am blessed with the greatest role model of all times.
If I happen to win this cash prize, I will send it right to him. It's his story and his appreciation for being a man of integrity against all odds.
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ReplyDeleteOne beautiful thing I know about my father ; Barrister Mike Apochi is ; 'determination' He does not give up .we lost our beloved mum at tender age people advised him to share us out for assistance but he refused , He decided not to remarry for our sakes and single handedly ensured he trained us all. Even went on to further his own education so he would be a more capable father and not a burden to anyone .He has integrity over time not compromising ,always a selfless giver even helped to train people's children .He keeps telling us to "err is human to forgive his divine' I'm happy he's here today with us and I'm celebrating him .I refuse to be an ingrate. .Happy Father's Day daddy more glorious years in JESUS NAME
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ReplyDeleteMy late Dad Mr Joseph Ogheneovo odugba did not steal nor engaged in any criminal acts when working with Julius Berger during his early age.
My Dad is very intelligent and self content who always tell is his children and whosoever comes his way to desist from anything that would tarnish our image. He's a loving father who was bred up or n a very poor family but he's a great man who believes in himself.
My Dad was always tempted by his co-workers to Gang up with them to defraud the company of valuables but by his words of wisdom, they always turn up a new leaf.
My Dad's instilled in us today, to always be if good conduct and shun every act of corruption that a good name is better than riches. He always tell remind us of this Bible quotes*What shall it profit a man if he gains d whole world and loses his own soul? One thing that baffles me is when my Dad returned bag of money to his MD that was seen inside a car boot though that day he was in need of cash but didn't touch a dime on it. We even blamed him then but we later remember his quote mentioned above.
My Dad is a hero who died of bp in the year 2021 September 6th. He died leaving a good name for us all to emulate without a bad name.
My Dad would always be remembered by all who knew him by his Nick name Double Spanner being a talented mechanical engineer. Keep resting my great warrior with highly intellectuals.
Happy father's day!
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On a certain cold night, I hid in the shadows wiping my tears. I was very unhappy and dissatisfied with the state of things at home.
ReplyDeleteI had come back home from school the afternoon before and met my dad at home. I was shocked.
Dad was rarely home except at night and even then, he came home exhausted and sleepy and the moment he ate, he dozed off on the same spot but this day, he was home in the afternoon.
I knew straight away that something was not right even before my mum took us to the side and told us that dad was critically ill with peptic ulcer.
I didn't know what that was but I noticed as he slept on the sofa in the sitting room that his lips were darker than usual and his breath was heavy. He said and ate very little the whole day and at night he barely moved as we prayed. Nothing could stop my dad from praying to God;he was a man of dogged devotion to whatever he believed in
It was in fear that night that I reflected on my journey with my dad.
He worked as a civil engineer or sorts commuting between Rivers State where we lived and Abia State every single day.
On one occasion, he was way laid by armed robbers and all his valuables stolen including the back pack I got him as a gift and when we offered sad sympathy, he shrugged it off as if to say "Its a little hurdle compared to the joy of taking care of you all"
He made good money and sent us to the best schools but he was rarely flamboyantly dressed or involved in self soothing ventures.
That night when I thought he would not see the light of the next day, I crawled into his room, lay beside him and asked him why he worked so hard and enjoyed so little.
He told me words that would live with me as long as I live
"I can afford all the luxuries I see my friends splurge on but I choose to spend it on you because you all are the cars that I drive "
Because of my dad, I know love is sacrifice
I know I can cross a thousand miles,seas and oceans to make my children have the best
I'm not in doubt of how much God loves me because I have had a beautiful human example
Happy Fathers day Mr Elijah Nelson Nkanta
You are the best thing that has ever happened to me
I love you
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This is such a beautiful read.
DeleteMy father Engr Reuben uyi Irorere was an upright man who did stain his hands or dirty hands why work with Mandelas a subsidery under shall den.,dey repair shall work vehicles dat has faulty.,wen repairing d vehicle my father will say d something dey way dey r within adding anything especially if it has to do with changing of spare parts.,my father being d head.,d younger worker will be telling my Dad add wat is not damage so dat it can be sold ,but my Dad didn't agree to dia plans.,he told dem dat is a Christian dat he can do dat.,dat was how he remain clean till was retired.,so many dat steal after he retired wia sack.
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The Man Benson Oyovwikigho Aphiphen was born on May 15, 1946, into the family of Late Pa and Late Madam Aphiphen and Kutu Gunberen who hailed from the Ekokata Ekrimowha quarters in Ogbe-Udu of Udu Local Government Area of Delta State, Nigeria. Out of their eight children, Oyovwikigho was the fifth.
ReplyDeleteOyovwikigho attended Ogbe Udu Primary school in Ogbe-Udu and received no formal secondary school education. As a young man of 25 years old, his eldest brother, the late Dn. David Aphiphen, relocated him from the village to Port Harcourt where he would find greener pastures and happiness.
He was an excellent salesman; he started by selling ice cream and then soft drinks at Mile 2 Market before joining Ibru Sea Foods as a cold room boy in 1975. Because of his intelligence, which allowed him to not only load and unload cartons of Sea Foods into and out of the cold room, but also keep stock, he was elevated to the position of stock keeper.
He started at Super Bru in 1982 as a sales representative in the marketing department. While on it, he home schooled himself and took his General Certificate Examinations in 1984 before moving on to the London School of Business and Salesmanship - Port Harcourt study Centre, where he received his Certificate in Salesmanship in 1985. He advanced to the position of Depot Head, then Regional Manager-East. At some point during his employment with Super Bru, he was persuaded to change the branding on the vehicle from Skol Lager beer to Super malt, the company's non-alcoholic product at the time. Many told him that was not a good choice as he would be paid more to advertise its alcoholic brand than the non-alcoholic but he insisted that that was his conviction more money or not. So the branding on that Volkswagen 1500 beetle was changed to super malt. In 1992, Benson as his colleagues called him took a bow from Super Bru to begin his own business; Beka-Ben Kigho and Company.
In his pursuit of happiness, he discovered Lucy Owhorigho, that young lady next door who was assisting her Aunt in her shop in the same market where his late elder brother had a pharmacy. In 1977, she became his heart throb and today that young lady is known as Mrs Lucy Aphiphen.
Despite his busy schedule as a marketer, he always found time to be involved in churchmanship and ministry.
While in Port Harcourt, he served as the sexton and then Librarian in Second Baptist Church Diobu PH. He was also one time Chairman of Port Harcourt Youth Council where he got the nick name “EC”.
Spiritual son to Archbishop Godowell Avwomakpa and also offered his Apartment at 29 Olu Obasanjo road as a starting venue for Christ Missionaries Crusaders Church (CMCC) Port Harcourt branch. Meanwhile he and his family continued worshipping at Second Baptist Church Diobu now central Baptist Church, Port Harcourt. That CMCC Port Harcourt branch is currently located at their permanent site at Garrison, Port Harcourt. He was ordained “Reverend Evangelist” by Late Archbishop Benson Idahosa the same day Archbishop Godowell Avwomakpa was ordained Bishop.
He was among the first set of Ministers to begin "faith clinic" in the City of Port Harcourt In the early 80s. What we now know as fasting and prayer ministry.
When he was transferred to Ughelli, he joined First Baptist Church and became actively involved in the life of the church. He served passionately in the Baptist Soul winning Band and in the choir as an assistant choir master. He was an itinerant preacher whose ministry knows no denominational bound both within and outside the shores of the country. He embarked on a mission trip to Ghana and Mali in 1999. He founded a prayer ministry called Nations Hope Ministries.
He experienced a ton of events in his life, then on March 20, 2024 after a protracted illness he took a bow from this part of eternity to march on to eternal glory. Our consolation is that he died in Christ and we will keep the faith till Jesus comes. Amen.
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Papa,the light of the world..I remember how friends,family ,relatives and strangers used to flock around you cos of your benevolent and philanthropy..able to control you éxtended family ,and always there for us when it mattered most .I also rembered how you made sure you cooked at home when I was admitted to the hospital and brought it down for me.continue to rest in The bosom of the Lord..still missing you papa
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First of all I thank God for choosing me to come from the loins of a man like my Dad. I count it a worthy privilege and divine plan. There's none whom he saw worthy enough to build the very virtues that serves as the foundation of my life, faith and purpose.
ReplyDeleteI remember growing up to know a father who groomed his children with a strong devotion to God. Every morning he woke us up for morning devotion and taught us how to start and end our day with God. He taught and lived before us the benefits of hard work, integrity, hospitality and peaceful living towards God and Men. He was so peaceful that he could allow anyone to defraud him without retaliation, and sometimes we thought it to be unfair but he often told us that we shouldn't fight God's battle for him. And truly, God always fought for him. He taught us to always choose God no matter what. He never forced his faith or church on us but modelled for us and we simply just followed as we saw his contagious zeal towards God and his church that he could give anything, including his only land to church for God's work. His integrity was impeccable no matter who was involved. We saw him opt out on bad deals that could soil his name and pursuit of heaven as he fondly told us.
His life was a masterpiece filled with many pallettes of colourful lessons. He was supportive to my journey and desired I had the best of education and upbringing. Several times he'll call me into his room to advise me and give me life class.
I could write several pages of the valuable lessons his life taught me. I just can't ignore his zeal for God's word which is nothing but extraordinary. He so read his Bible that the sides began to peel off because he read it day and night without eye glasses. I saw how he taught himself English through his persistent voracious reading of the Bible. Is it his prayer life? I can count the nights he didn't sleep at night for years just because of praying for others and the gospel around the world. His outburst of tongues while praying could cause a ripple effect in a room. He'll follow up and call people that he frequently recharged his phone just to pray for people. His passion for God and souls made me feel like I was joking but it became my challenge. It was painful to see him pass on right in my arms.
His legacy and life is something I'll live to thank God for always. I am blessed to call him My Father.
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Mr Isaac Oniovosan, was born on February 27 1906 into the family of Agboje in Okegberode community in Sapele local government area of Delta state, he started primary school at age 19, during the time when kids were asked to stretch their hands round their head, and if the hand was able to touch ones ear, he or she will now be admitted into school which missionaries established were they taught. He drop from school at class 4 due to his parents who decided that he will first of all train his elder brother, so that they will know what the missionary teaching will do to him and if need be, before they will now send the second child to school. Second reason, his father withdrew him from the school, was for him to join them in farm work to enable them train his elder brother. Before Pa Isaac left school, he already knew how to read and write with the class 4 teachings he has gotten. He move out of his paternal place to sojourn to a community called Adavware in sapele local government and was staying with his friends, he was taping banga whereas, his friends will stay in home till night, they will now tells him that they are going for hunting of animals in the bush at the night, during the early morning they will now return home with animals, till one faithful day, they asked sir Isaac to go with them of which he followed them. Getting to the place where his friends ask him to accompany them to was 3 villages apart from their residence he asked them that, "why is it that up till now we have been walking on the road till we get to this community entrance we have not yet entered the bush for the hunting? his friends told him that, he should stay at the entrance here to wait for them that they are not going to any bush, but they are going into the village to hunt for swine which they are going to take home. They left him with their bicycles there and went into the village, my dad now said that he now went into the bush close to the road and hide himself there while, he was waiting for them. He said all of a sudden, he heard some shout in the middle of the community, (ohio-oooo ohio-oooo) meaning, thief ooo thief oooo. He said, immediately, he ran from where he was, he jumped into his bicycle and drove straight to his father community, he said, he didn't branch the former place where he sojourn to, where he met those of his friends that almost made him lost his life. He left everything he took to that community and returned home without picking any of his things he took down. On reaching home he narrated the story to his parents, which they celebrated his safe return and advise him never to go to the community neither should he have anything to do with such people again. Due to this terrible experience of pa Isaac, he went to the the Anglican church which was in the community, and gave his life to Christ, where he got baptized, he was very committed and devoted, he work and got to the position of assistant pastor of the then Anglican church of Okegberode community.
ReplyDeleteSomething happened later thereon, during the then sapele Anglican diocese. It happened that Mr Isaac said that, it came to a time, when the then diocese was about choosing their bishop,that the most qualified person, the next to him went and use native charm to kill the person, and the person that went to kill his fellow pastor so, was given the position of the bishop, so this pa Isaac my beloved father saw that made him backslide and became a herbalist (native doctor) which he practiced the rest days of his life, untill few months to his departure, when some crusaders came to preach to him, he accepted Christ, and he then submitted all his idols, which the people burnt and pray for him, he served God for about two months and he finally died at age 96.
My beloved father my hero, keep resting in the Lord.
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### An Epitome of Great Leadership: Chief D.U. Akpotor (J.P.) (1919 - 2007)
ReplyDeleteMy father, Chief D.U. Akpotor (J.P.), remains my eternal superhero. His life and values have profoundly shaped the woman I am today. Born into a prosperous family, he exemplified humility, embodying truth, peace, love, and unity until his passing at 88 years.
As a peace advocate, his wisdom was legendary. I vividly recall an incident from my childhood when my brother, involved in a fight, injured himself to appear blameless before our father. When the injured opponent's family sought justice, my brother feigned innocence, hoping for our father's support. However, my father, a staunch opponent of violence, refused to take sides. Instead, he firmly admonished my brother and insisted on an apology. This act of fairness impressed the opponent's family, who departed peacefully. Such was my father’s reputation as a peacemaker that the Delta State Government honored him with the title "Justice of Peace" in September 2000.
A man of remarkable leadership, he imparted these qualities to his children and grandchildren, who now excel both locally and internationally. His ability to discipline and guide all 24 of his children was extraordinary.
My father's love for education was unparalleled. At a time when educating girls was deemed wasteful, he fervently believed that education was the greatest inheritance he could offer. Defying societal norms, he ensured his daughters received an education, including myself, whose school fees he continued to pay even after I was married. He even encouraged my husband to pursue a second degree, illustrating his belief in lifelong learning. Were he still alive, I have no doubt my husband would have achieved the rank of professor.
A professional nurse who served with the Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) of Nigeria until his retirement, my father leveraged his influence to foster the development of our community in Eku, Delta State. He was honored with the chieftaincy title of Omorighovwen of Agbon Kingdom, meaning "child of wealth." His dedication to nurturing young football talent earned him the affectionate nickname "The Manager, The Popular."
A man’s worth is not measured by the length of his life but by the impact he makes on others. My father's legacy of goodness and leadership endures through his children and grandchildren, a testament to a life well-lived.
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