The Circle of Friends Forum has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Chief Walter Ameye Daniel Oyo (KSM), aged 90, father of one of its members, Mr. Oyo Akpovi.
The Forum, a non-political and non-religious association comprising businessmen and friends from diverse ethnic and professional backgrounds, conveyed its condolences to the Oyo family in a message signed by its Coordinator, Earl Osaro Onaiwu.
Onaiwu described the death of a father as a painful loss, assuring Oyo Akpovi and his family of the Forum’s solidarity and support during the mourning period.
“On behalf of the Circle of Friends Forum, I extend our deepest condolences to our dear friend and brother, Oyo Akpovi, and the entire Oyo family on the passing of your beloved father, Chief Walter Ameye Daniel Oyo,” he said.
He added that members of the Forum shared in the family’s grief and prayed that the memories of the deceased, the love of his family and the support of friends would provide comfort and strength.
Chief Walter Ameye Daniel Oyo, who died at the age of 90, was identified in the funeral programme as the Ahεrosue of Okpe Kingdom. He was also described as a father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and uncle who left behind a legacy cherished by his family and community.
According to Onaiwu, the Circle of Friends Forum would continue to stand by Oyo Akpovi and the entire Oyo family throughout the period of mourning.
“On behalf of all members of the Circle of Friends, we extend our heartfelt sympathy to Oyo Akpovi and the entire Oyo family. May the memories of their patriarch and the legacy he leaves behind remain a source of strength to the family,” he said.
The Forum, united by friendship, mutual respect and fellowship despite its members’ diverse backgrounds, joined the Oyo family, relatives and friends in mourning the passing of Chief Walter Ameye Daniel Oyo (KSM).
