Christina Okotie-Otigba
We are confident, yes, well pleased rather to be absent from the body and to be present with the Lord...
2 Cor 5:8 (NKJV)
Our dear mother, sister, aunty, minister of the Lord and friend has gone to be with the Lord, please share your memories and tributes below.
Thank you.
Biography
Born on the 13th of August, 1959, to Misei Okoh and Francis Ijeh Okotie, Christina was still a young child when her mother passed on to glory. After this, she was cared for by her paternal grandmother after which her father brought her home so she could grow up with her siblings and bond with them. She began primary school at the age of six. Her father, a senior member of the Nigeria Prison Service, moved frequently due to his government service, leading the family to live in various cities across Nigeria, including Lagos, Enugu, and Idah. By the time of her secondary education, the family had settled in Idah, in what was then Kwara state, where Christina attended Holy Rosary Girls College. During this time, she was a devout Catholic and had aspirations of becoming a nun.
However, after completing secondary school, Christina pursued a degree in English Language at the University of Jos. It was there she met her late husband, Ambassador Musa Otigba, who was serving as a lecturer in the Economics department. The two were married in 1980. She raised two stepchildren: Muriel and Ojonugwa and her own three biological children Atta, Iye and Achenyo. As a devoted wife and mother, Christina traveled with her husband to various postings, including Makurdi, Lagos, and Czechoslovakia, where they served together during his ambassadorial tenure. They returned to Lagos in 1989 after his service abroad.
Upon their return, Christina gave her life to Christ at the Household of God Church, founded by her brother, Rev. Chris Okotie. From that moment, she dedicated her life to serving the Lord, alongside her roles as a wife and mother. She was an active member of Ikoyi Baptist Church, where she served as a teacher and a member of the Women’s Fellowship. Later, she became an integral part of the Household of God Church, particularly in its evangelism ministry, spending many weekends preaching the Gospel to people on the streets of Lagos.
When the family moved to Abuja in the late 1990s, Christina continued her spiritual journey, serving as a teacher in the Master Life and Experiencing God programs at ECWA Church, Wuse II. Her commitment to ministry remained unwavering. She also became the Head of Missions for the Daughters of Abraham Foundation (DOAF), a ministry dedicated to supporting and rehabilitating vulnerable women. Through this role, she embarked on numerous missions within Abuja and Northern Nigeria, maintaining her deep love for the region and its people. Over the next 20 years, she continued to serve on mission trips with various organizations.
In 2002, following the passing of her husband, Christina took on the role of sole provider and parent for her three children, who were then in secondary school and university. A woman of immense faith and resilience, she trusted God to guide her and successfully raised her children into the adults they are today. She was a dedicated mother who always put her children and grandchildren first and was a fervent woman of prayer, consistently standing in the gap for her family.
Christina later joined Family Worship Center, where she served as a teacher in the Discipleship Training School (DTS) for almost a decade. She went on to co-found Rock Church Ministries in Abuja with close family friends, the Wambebes. When Rock Ministries relocated to Uganda, Christina fulfilled a lifelong dream by enrolling at Rhema Bible College (RBC). After graduating, she served at Faith Life Ministry with the Olusolas, who were also RBC alumni. In her final days, she joined her family at Savannah Grace Chapel in Abuja and London, remaining faithful in her love and service to Jesus until the very end.
In addition to her ministry, Christina was a passionate learner and intellectual. She earned several postgraduate qualifications and degrees. Her love for teaching extended to both secular and spiritual education, with her career including work at Corona Schools Trust Council in the 1990s, as a teacher at the International Community School (ICS) Abuja, and as a lecturer at the University of Abuja in the 2000s.
An avid reader and writer, Christina authored several books, which are currently being prepared for publication. She was particularly passionate about sharing the message of health, healing, and the prophetic ministry.
Christina’s legacy as a minister, teacher, mother, grandmother, sister and friend is enduring. She touched countless lives around the globe with her love, kindness, and heart for the Lord.
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September 22, 2024
Sis Tina was a committed and dedicated members of the RHEMA Nigeria prayer and healing school, a lover of God and always willing to serve. The news of your transition was heartbroken but we submit to d will of God and comforted with this the word.
Romans 14:8 For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord's.
To the family and friends we pray that the Lord comfort you all
Agnes Agada behalf of the RHEMA Alumni Abuja chapter .
Romans 14:8 For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord's.
To the family and friends we pray that the Lord comfort you all
Agnes Agada behalf of the RHEMA Alumni Abuja chapter .
September 21, 2024
I met Christina through a colleague and friend, Gloria Karuri. She accommodated both of us instead of only my colleague when we came for a programme in Abuja. Your kindness, thoughtfulness about the need of others was apparent in your dealings. The news of your death was shocking as I did not know of your ill health. May the Lord grant you rest, comfort your children and family.
September 19, 2024
My precious aunty, you were such a wonderful and caring person. You had a great passion for excellence and honesty. No one can truly quantify the love you had for God. You placed God above all things and It was through you that I came to have a closer relationship with God. May your kind and gentle soul find eternal rest in the Lord's bosom.
September 19, 2024
TRIBUTE TO A DEAR SISTER AND FRIEND
I have indeed lost a very dear sister and friend but I am deeply consoled by the fact that she is now resting in the bosom of the Lord Jesus, she has fought the good fight and finished her race 2Timothy 4:7
She was an epitome of Christian Values and character
She was selfless in the things of God with all Sincerity
She was always calm and gentle with a beautiful smile
She had a heart of Gold
Thank you for the trust and confidence we had in each other that we shared spiritual edification , we prayed together and advice each other. I will forever cherish and appreciate those moments . Thank you for the sisterly friendship and love.
I commiserate with the entire Otigba, Okotie, Tina's friends, and more especially the children my dear Ata , Iye, Achenyo and her in laws. We all need to be strong and comfort ourselves. She's in a better place and i am very sure that will be her wish to all of us .
Good night my dear, I will greatly miss you .
May your amazing soul rest in eternal peace, Amen.
I have indeed lost a very dear sister and friend but I am deeply consoled by the fact that she is now resting in the bosom of the Lord Jesus, she has fought the good fight and finished her race 2Timothy 4:7
She was an epitome of Christian Values and character
She was selfless in the things of God with all Sincerity
She was always calm and gentle with a beautiful smile
She had a heart of Gold
Thank you for the trust and confidence we had in each other that we shared spiritual edification , we prayed together and advice each other. I will forever cherish and appreciate those moments . Thank you for the sisterly friendship and love.
I commiserate with the entire Otigba, Okotie, Tina's friends, and more especially the children my dear Ata , Iye, Achenyo and her in laws. We all need to be strong and comfort ourselves. She's in a better place and i am very sure that will be her wish to all of us .
Good night my dear, I will greatly miss you .
May your amazing soul rest in eternal peace, Amen.
September 19, 2024
A Tribute to my sister
Tina as I fondly called you... We met in 2007 when I came to do a weekend Course in Gender Security Studies at the University of Abuja. You were my lecturer turned friend and later sister. You were so good to me that I didn't feel the stress of coming from Kaduna to Abuja every weekend for the Course. I wish I had a whole month to write a tribute to you. I remember the joy, the laughter, the smiles we shared. Thank you for being such an amazing friend/sister...I hope I was half as amazing a friend/sister to you as you were to me. I miss our hours of chitchats and long phone conversations, how just the two of us would always chat for hours before lectures began. I also remember when my husband and I gave you a ride home in 2008 after lectures....not knowing that that would be our daughter Chichi's future home nine years on. I will never forget how pleasantly surprised we both were when we learned about the friendship between our children Atta and Chichi. I will miss you very much...but I am consoled as a Christian that you slept to awaken on the better side of life because Christians don't die....they only fall asleep in the Lord, gone to rest, not lost. Rest in peace, my dear sister/friend. I believe your journey back to your Creator was peaceful and glorious in Jesus' Mighty Name. I know you are with Him in joyful praise.
Tina as I fondly called you... We met in 2007 when I came to do a weekend Course in Gender Security Studies at the University of Abuja. You were my lecturer turned friend and later sister. You were so good to me that I didn't feel the stress of coming from Kaduna to Abuja every weekend for the Course. I wish I had a whole month to write a tribute to you. I remember the joy, the laughter, the smiles we shared. Thank you for being such an amazing friend/sister...I hope I was half as amazing a friend/sister to you as you were to me. I miss our hours of chitchats and long phone conversations, how just the two of us would always chat for hours before lectures began. I also remember when my husband and I gave you a ride home in 2008 after lectures....not knowing that that would be our daughter Chichi's future home nine years on. I will never forget how pleasantly surprised we both were when we learned about the friendship between our children Atta and Chichi. I will miss you very much...but I am consoled as a Christian that you slept to awaken on the better side of life because Christians don't die....they only fall asleep in the Lord, gone to rest, not lost. Rest in peace, my dear sister/friend. I believe your journey back to your Creator was peaceful and glorious in Jesus' Mighty Name. I know you are with Him in joyful praise.
September 19, 2024
Our very dear Aunty Christina Otigba, you were a very treasured Friend of our Family...
Your Humility, not only to us but all who were Blessed to know you, was very palpable. Your Love for The LORD JESUS Propelled you to become an Evangelist, Discipler (Using the Master Life and Experiencing God Programmes), and a Pastor through The Rhema Bible College.
You were at - The - Ready Friend whose Hand was on the Plough as soon as you saw a need . Your infectious Smiles spoke volumes of The Presence of The JOY of The LORD in your heart. You were a great Mother (though widowed), who was there for your Children . This feat we know could have been so easily possible only by The Empowering Spirit of God.
Aunty, this Service is indeed A Celebration of your impactful Life to all who revolved and evolved within your circles of influence.
For us to live is Christ and to die is gain. We love you, but The LORD JESUS Loves you SO MUCH more. Continue to rest in The Bosom of Our LORD. See you in The Morning, according to God’s Plan.
Your Humility, not only to us but all who were Blessed to know you, was very palpable. Your Love for The LORD JESUS Propelled you to become an Evangelist, Discipler (Using the Master Life and Experiencing God Programmes), and a Pastor through The Rhema Bible College.
You were at - The - Ready Friend whose Hand was on the Plough as soon as you saw a need . Your infectious Smiles spoke volumes of The Presence of The JOY of The LORD in your heart. You were a great Mother (though widowed), who was there for your Children . This feat we know could have been so easily possible only by The Empowering Spirit of God.
Aunty, this Service is indeed A Celebration of your impactful Life to all who revolved and evolved within your circles of influence.
For us to live is Christ and to die is gain. We love you, but The LORD JESUS Loves you SO MUCH more. Continue to rest in The Bosom of Our LORD. See you in The Morning, according to God’s Plan.
September 19, 2024
My dear sister Tina, one of the four sisters...
It is so hard to believe that you have gone to meet our LORD so soon. I believe it is because He loves you more. My only consolation is that we will meet one day to part no more. My prayer is that God will keep watch over the children and their families. Good night my dear sister.
It is so hard to believe that you have gone to meet our LORD so soon. I believe it is because He loves you more. My only consolation is that we will meet one day to part no more. My prayer is that God will keep watch over the children and their families. Good night my dear sister.
September 19, 2024
The seperation is painful but with total surrender to the one who loves her best, I say goodbye to my beloved sister in Christ, Tina. I am grateful to God for Ikoyi Baptist church where I met you and other very dear sisters in Christ whose friendship remain so dear to me.
For you, all I am left with now is cherished memories of a beautiful servant of our Lord. May your children and the entire family be comforted and rest in the blessed assurance that even though your work on earth is done, you continue to live in the presence of your maker.
Adieu, dear sister until we meet again on resurrection morning.
For you, all I am left with now is cherished memories of a beautiful servant of our Lord. May your children and the entire family be comforted and rest in the blessed assurance that even though your work on earth is done, you continue to live in the presence of your maker.
Adieu, dear sister until we meet again on resurrection morning.
September 19, 2024
A Tribute to my friend and sister Mrs Tina Otigba
Oh my dear friend, Tina! Your death is better imagined than true. You were a true friend, kind and considerate. My consolation is that you are in a better place so there’s hope to see you someday. Adieu! my friend and sister till we meet to part no more.
Oh my dear friend, Tina! Your death is better imagined than true. You were a true friend, kind and considerate. My consolation is that you are in a better place so there’s hope to see you someday. Adieu! my friend and sister till we meet to part no more.
September 19, 2024
Tribute to my dear Tina.
Your early flight to your heavenly abode came as a rude shock to me, my dear sister. You were a very amiable sister that anyone would like to associate with. Very hospitable and caring. Your love for God and the zeal you had for the propagation of the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ left no one in doubt that you were a true soldier of Christ.
I am also a witness to the fact that you were a core family person. A woman who really loved and made a lot of sacrifices for her children.
Your early departure has no doubt left a vacuum in our lives. My only comfort is that your legacy lives on, and we, your friends, will continue to cherish and emulate it.
Continue to rest in the bosom of the Lord till we meet again. Rev.22:12-14
Your early flight to your heavenly abode came as a rude shock to me, my dear sister. You were a very amiable sister that anyone would like to associate with. Very hospitable and caring. Your love for God and the zeal you had for the propagation of the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ left no one in doubt that you were a true soldier of Christ.
I am also a witness to the fact that you were a core family person. A woman who really loved and made a lot of sacrifices for her children.
Your early departure has no doubt left a vacuum in our lives. My only comfort is that your legacy lives on, and we, your friends, will continue to cherish and emulate it.
Continue to rest in the bosom of the Lord till we meet again. Rev.22:12-14
September 19, 2024
With a heavy heart, I write this in loving memory of my in-law, Christina Otigba.
It’s so sad that our journey here with you was cut short, knowing there were a great many wonderful times and memories we all could have enjoyed together in the future. You became a integral part of our family and we will always be grateful for the time we could share with you. You were so full of life, we always enjoyed good conversations and hearty laughter every time we exchanged visits. We are thankful for the kindness, love, and support you showed to the kids, Atta and Chichi. You will always be remembered warmly and the imprints of your time with us will be a story we will always remember to tell. We are consoled that you are in a better place.
Your in-law,
Samie Ihejirika
It’s so sad that our journey here with you was cut short, knowing there were a great many wonderful times and memories we all could have enjoyed together in the future. You became a integral part of our family and we will always be grateful for the time we could share with you. You were so full of life, we always enjoyed good conversations and hearty laughter every time we exchanged visits. We are thankful for the kindness, love, and support you showed to the kids, Atta and Chichi. You will always be remembered warmly and the imprints of your time with us will be a story we will always remember to tell. We are consoled that you are in a better place.
Your in-law,
Samie Ihejirika
September 19, 2024
Asolafia, my sweet sister and friend.
A woman of substance who carried herself with beauty and dignity. So tenderhearted, generous, selfless, a true disciple of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
I find you a true winner and woman of faith. You lived by faith, and you died by faith knowing all is well.
You have fought the good fight, finished your course, kept the faith, and a crown is laid up for you.
Glory to God for a beautiful legacy!
A woman of substance who carried herself with beauty and dignity. So tenderhearted, generous, selfless, a true disciple of Our Lord Jesus Christ.
I find you a true winner and woman of faith. You lived by faith, and you died by faith knowing all is well.
You have fought the good fight, finished your course, kept the faith, and a crown is laid up for you.
Glory to God for a beautiful legacy!
September 19, 2024
Christina Okotie Otigba: A tribute.
It all seems like yesterday; her visits to our home (always with a dish of well-prepared sumptuous food), her measured yet articulate speech in teaching God’s Word and in every-day conversation, her selflessness and uncommon grace.
Sister Christina was so loving and lovable. She loved God unapologetically, loved people without pretensions. Her generosity was legendary; opened her home to the needy time and time again.
Loved her children and their families beyond words. She was more than a fellow minister of the gospel, but also a “friend closer than a brother”, a consummate teacher of God’s Word. Her ready smile was warm and infectious, always carrying the grace and glory of God everywhere she went.
She touched and changed lives of others. You could always count on her help, support and words of encouragement. She was one of a kind, a rare gem, a mother per excellence, a virtuous woman!
It all seems like yesterday; her visits to our home (always with a dish of well-prepared sumptuous food), her measured yet articulate speech in teaching God’s Word and in every-day conversation, her selflessness and uncommon grace.
Sister Christina was so loving and lovable. She loved God unapologetically, loved people without pretensions. Her generosity was legendary; opened her home to the needy time and time again.
Loved her children and their families beyond words. She was more than a fellow minister of the gospel, but also a “friend closer than a brother”, a consummate teacher of God’s Word. Her ready smile was warm and infectious, always carrying the grace and glory of God everywhere she went.
She touched and changed lives of others. You could always count on her help, support and words of encouragement. She was one of a kind, a rare gem, a mother per excellence, a virtuous woman!
September 19, 2024
To my great and best friend and sister of 30years...
A great woman of God filled with love and compassion for others, zealous for the things of God and my best prayer partner.
I love you sis even in death, the fellowship we had together lives in me forever.
Adieu Adieu Adieu.
A great woman of God filled with love and compassion for others, zealous for the things of God and my best prayer partner.
I love you sis even in death, the fellowship we had together lives in me forever.
Adieu Adieu Adieu.
September 19, 2024
TRIBUTE IN MEMORY OF MY BOSOM FRIEND AND SISTER, CHRISTINA OKOTIE-OTIGBA
My very dear friend and precious sister Tina, you are gone too soon but I take solace in the scripture in Romans 14 verse 8 (NIV) which states that if we live, we live for the Lord and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.
Your life was a testament to God’s grace and love. Your life was well spent in Kingdom activities and I am convinced and happy that you are now resting in the bosom of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. You gave your life to Christ many years before I gave mine. You kept preaching, counselling, and encouraging me until I gave my life to Christ in 1997 at Ikoyi Baptist Church, Lagos. Prior to that, you had invited my children to the Vacation Bible School Program of the Church. That unique experience caught my interest and as soon as we moved to the Island from the suburb, we wasted no time in pitching our tents with the Church. That was how my meaningful Christian journey began. You are gone but your imprint on my life will never fade.
Tina and I became friends and sisters as far back as 1977 in Jos as noticeably young girls. From that time until she passed, even when we do not see regularly, when we did see eventually, every gist in our lives will be narrated to each other and gave advice where necessary as well as set a new way forward. Tina was a natural Teacher of the Word, Counsellor and Prayer Warrior and was happiest while performing those roles. I am comforted that I had the privilege to speak with you, my friend, a few days before you passed. I was prompted by the Holy Spirit to call you and I am happy I did, not knowing that that was going to be the last time I will listen to your sweet voice on the phone. As soon you picked the call, the very first thing you told me was that you were going, and when I asked you where to, you wasted no time by saying you were going to Heaven and that I should inform your younger sister Vosa and younger brother Fred. That conversation sent me into a panic mode and I kept reassuring her that all is well with her. I quickly went ahead and called Vosa who in turn called Tina. Vosa also later came back to me with the assurance that all was well. I was, therefore, thrown off balance when information came a few days later that my dear friend and sister had passed. So shocking! Really devastating! The same devastating effect was felt when I had to be the one to inform a mutual friend who was Tina’s praying partner. Truly Tina has gone to be with the Lord. We loved her but God loves her more. To Him be the glory.
Tina was a very funny person. She could narrate stories that will keep you laughing nonstop. Whenever they come to my mind, I find myself laughing uncontrollably. One particular story was about her paternal grandmother. When she was a little girl, her father sent her to the village to live with her grandmother. She said her grandmother made her feel like the “aje butter” that she was. This was demonstrated at her early primary school stage. Anytime it rained in the morning before school, the grandma will hold tight to her saying in the Urhobo language “Omo me ka kpi scooru noone-e, osio roh.”(meaning my child is not going to school today because it’s raining) and then on a very hot day, the grandma will say the day is too hot, so no school for her. In other circumstance where Tina was already in School and it is threatening to rain, grandma would suddenly appear in the classroom to collect her grandchild back home. Her grandma was really adoring and protective. For Tina, she could get away with anything with the grandma especially with her choice of food. Take for instance where the Grandma had taken pains to cook our traditional “usi and oghwo,” Tina will say “ ejo, me kia re usi noone-e, iroso me gwuono re.” (Meaning I am not going to eat starch and the oil soup today, it is rice I want to eat). The grandma always went ahead to prepare what she wanted. Very loving!
Adieu my friend, Christina Okotie-Otigba. Rest in perfect peace. Amen.
My very dear friend and precious sister Tina, you are gone too soon but I take solace in the scripture in Romans 14 verse 8 (NIV) which states that if we live, we live for the Lord and if we die, we die for the Lord. So, whether we live or die, we belong to the Lord.
Your life was a testament to God’s grace and love. Your life was well spent in Kingdom activities and I am convinced and happy that you are now resting in the bosom of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ. You gave your life to Christ many years before I gave mine. You kept preaching, counselling, and encouraging me until I gave my life to Christ in 1997 at Ikoyi Baptist Church, Lagos. Prior to that, you had invited my children to the Vacation Bible School Program of the Church. That unique experience caught my interest and as soon as we moved to the Island from the suburb, we wasted no time in pitching our tents with the Church. That was how my meaningful Christian journey began. You are gone but your imprint on my life will never fade.
Tina and I became friends and sisters as far back as 1977 in Jos as noticeably young girls. From that time until she passed, even when we do not see regularly, when we did see eventually, every gist in our lives will be narrated to each other and gave advice where necessary as well as set a new way forward. Tina was a natural Teacher of the Word, Counsellor and Prayer Warrior and was happiest while performing those roles. I am comforted that I had the privilege to speak with you, my friend, a few days before you passed. I was prompted by the Holy Spirit to call you and I am happy I did, not knowing that that was going to be the last time I will listen to your sweet voice on the phone. As soon you picked the call, the very first thing you told me was that you were going, and when I asked you where to, you wasted no time by saying you were going to Heaven and that I should inform your younger sister Vosa and younger brother Fred. That conversation sent me into a panic mode and I kept reassuring her that all is well with her. I quickly went ahead and called Vosa who in turn called Tina. Vosa also later came back to me with the assurance that all was well. I was, therefore, thrown off balance when information came a few days later that my dear friend and sister had passed. So shocking! Really devastating! The same devastating effect was felt when I had to be the one to inform a mutual friend who was Tina’s praying partner. Truly Tina has gone to be with the Lord. We loved her but God loves her more. To Him be the glory.
Tina was a very funny person. She could narrate stories that will keep you laughing nonstop. Whenever they come to my mind, I find myself laughing uncontrollably. One particular story was about her paternal grandmother. When she was a little girl, her father sent her to the village to live with her grandmother. She said her grandmother made her feel like the “aje butter” that she was. This was demonstrated at her early primary school stage. Anytime it rained in the morning before school, the grandma will hold tight to her saying in the Urhobo language “Omo me ka kpi scooru noone-e, osio roh.”(meaning my child is not going to school today because it’s raining) and then on a very hot day, the grandma will say the day is too hot, so no school for her. In other circumstance where Tina was already in School and it is threatening to rain, grandma would suddenly appear in the classroom to collect her grandchild back home. Her grandma was really adoring and protective. For Tina, she could get away with anything with the grandma especially with her choice of food. Take for instance where the Grandma had taken pains to cook our traditional “usi and oghwo,” Tina will say “ ejo, me kia re usi noone-e, iroso me gwuono re.” (Meaning I am not going to eat starch and the oil soup today, it is rice I want to eat). The grandma always went ahead to prepare what she wanted. Very loving!
Adieu my friend, Christina Okotie-Otigba. Rest in perfect peace. Amen.
September 19, 2024
A TRIBUTE TO A BELOVED FRIEND
Words fail to express the grief your passing to the great beyond has caused me.
You were well cultured, with a heart so warm and kind. Yet bold and adventurous. These attributes attracted me to you. I will always remember our adventures in unknown places in England. Your infectious smiles even when in pains. I thank God you left an indelible mark in the hearts of many.- your children, family, friends in Christ and so many others, all in varied ways. You came, you saw , you pushed and pulled and eventually conquered death in Christ Jesus.
May our Heavenly Father whose mercy is inexhaustible grant you mercy and eternal Light. And may Light Perpetua continue to shine upon you. Departed you have but in our hearts the bond of love lives on forever.
I will sorely miss our catch-up calls.
Rest in Peace my beloved OMOTEKORO.
Words fail to express the grief your passing to the great beyond has caused me.
You were well cultured, with a heart so warm and kind. Yet bold and adventurous. These attributes attracted me to you. I will always remember our adventures in unknown places in England. Your infectious smiles even when in pains. I thank God you left an indelible mark in the hearts of many.- your children, family, friends in Christ and so many others, all in varied ways. You came, you saw , you pushed and pulled and eventually conquered death in Christ Jesus.
May our Heavenly Father whose mercy is inexhaustible grant you mercy and eternal Light. And may Light Perpetua continue to shine upon you. Departed you have but in our hearts the bond of love lives on forever.
I will sorely miss our catch-up calls.
Rest in Peace my beloved OMOTEKORO.
September 19, 2024
Tribute to My Dear Friend, Mrs. Christina Okotie Otigba
It is still hard to believe that you are truly gone, my dear friend, especially since I missed the chance to be with you last December as we had planned. I wish I could turn back time. I vividly recall our first meeting at the Daughters of Abraham Foundation in 1998, where we began our work on the same day. Your confidence and humility shone brightly as you declined an offer to join the board, choosing instead to lead in the field as the head of missions. The support from your beloved husband was remarkable, as he understood where your heart truly lay.
Our husbands embraced and supported our friendship until the very end. Though your husband passed before mine, we were blessed to witness the weddings of two of your children and two of mine—what joyous occasions we shared. You were a woman of profound faith and deep love for the Lord. You often said that you were my pastor, and I was your psychologist. From you, I learned so much.
Your dedication to your family was unwavering, including your thoughtful plans for your grandchildren. I recall when you came to Jos and enrolled in the ACE program. When I asked you why, you replied (paraphrased), “In addition to the Word of God, I want to be able to teach my grandchildren when they visit for holidays.” We laughed together at that moment.
You stood by me during my darkest times, and for that, I am eternally grateful. Your strength and grace, even through life's trials, were inspiring. Though I missed your final moments, I am confident that your faith in God remained steadfast. I thank the Lord for bringing us together and for the enduring bond we shared. My solace is that this loss is Heaven’s gain.
Sleep on, my dear friend and twin sister, until that glorious morning.
It is still hard to believe that you are truly gone, my dear friend, especially since I missed the chance to be with you last December as we had planned. I wish I could turn back time. I vividly recall our first meeting at the Daughters of Abraham Foundation in 1998, where we began our work on the same day. Your confidence and humility shone brightly as you declined an offer to join the board, choosing instead to lead in the field as the head of missions. The support from your beloved husband was remarkable, as he understood where your heart truly lay.
Our husbands embraced and supported our friendship until the very end. Though your husband passed before mine, we were blessed to witness the weddings of two of your children and two of mine—what joyous occasions we shared. You were a woman of profound faith and deep love for the Lord. You often said that you were my pastor, and I was your psychologist. From you, I learned so much.
Your dedication to your family was unwavering, including your thoughtful plans for your grandchildren. I recall when you came to Jos and enrolled in the ACE program. When I asked you why, you replied (paraphrased), “In addition to the Word of God, I want to be able to teach my grandchildren when they visit for holidays.” We laughed together at that moment.
You stood by me during my darkest times, and for that, I am eternally grateful. Your strength and grace, even through life's trials, were inspiring. Though I missed your final moments, I am confident that your faith in God remained steadfast. I thank the Lord for bringing us together and for the enduring bond we shared. My solace is that this loss is Heaven’s gain.
Sleep on, my dear friend and twin sister, until that glorious morning.
September 19, 2024
A TRIBUTE TO MY VALLY ( TINA): A DEAR SISTER AND FRIEND.
Writing a tribute about Tina is one of the most difficult things for me to do as I'm still struggling with the reality of her exit. How do I start to talk about you in past tense- kai ! This is unbelievable, yet I am faced with reality.
Tina was my sister,friend, confidant,prayer partner,burden bearer,counsellor,role model,and gist partner. Tina and I met in Ikoyi Baptist Church Lagos many years ago when our children were young and in primary school. We were involved in the Women's Missionary Society of the church,where two other women became endeared to us, and we became four sisters/friends. They are: Rosemary Shaibu,Ruth Dogo, Tina Otigba, and myself.
As our friendship blossomed,Tina and I discovered that we had so much in common. Our husbands were Igalas from Kogi state. Our friendship soon became a family relationship, and our children and husbands became friends.
Vally, you were a very loving and kind person,a lover of God. I saw you grow from a God seeker to a minister of God, availing yourself of the opportunities to attend various Bible schools and ministries to become a pastor. You were very passionate about evangelism and discipleship, this love drove you to work with the daughters of Abraham Foundation for free. You travelled far and wide to propagate the gospel.
You served on the board of various ministries,worked in the church as a discipleship teacher, and pastored many small churches in rural communities with your personal resources. You went on mission trips to Daura and katsina to evangelize to the natives according to the revelation God gave you. You started a healing ministry from your home. You were the first person to gift me - Health Food, a daily guide for spiritual nourishing for the soul by Kenneth E. Hagin in 2007. All these are testaments to your zeal and love for Christ and his kingdom.
I remember each time you visited me in Lagos, you would first go the mechanic workshops opposite my house to preach to the people before attending to the reason of your visit.
You were an avid and generous giver with a compassionate heart.
You took great risk in helping and bringing strangers to your home. Sometimes, I was afraid and sceptical, but you would say Vally what if the need is genuine? And of course, your instinct was always right because you prayed a lot and heard from God. Now I know why time was of the essence to you, God's timetable was ticking, and you were not going to waste it. You were a true and gallant soldier for Christ.
You were a family woman who loved her children, grandchildren, and siblings. Each time we prayed together, they were most prevalent prayer points.
In the last three years, we spoke more through WhatsApp video and audio calls because both of us were in different countries doing omugwo until you took ill. Even at that, we connecting and praying more for our concerns, ministry, children, grandchildren, friends and family members. One of your greatest desires and prayers was to carry Atta's children, to which I always affirmed positively because both of us agreed we would live to fulfil God's promise in Isaiah 65:20-21. Our plan was for me to visit you in London next year when I got my visa.
Your departure has left a big hole in my heart. I keep wondering and praying every day, hoping that God will do what he did with Lazarus for me, but I know that whatever God does is best, even when we don't understand. I pray that the Lord will comfort the children and carry them on Eagle's wings.
Your legacy lives on. Adieu, my Vally. Till we meet to part no more.
Your Vally.
Writing a tribute about Tina is one of the most difficult things for me to do as I'm still struggling with the reality of her exit. How do I start to talk about you in past tense- kai ! This is unbelievable, yet I am faced with reality.
Tina was my sister,friend, confidant,prayer partner,burden bearer,counsellor,role model,and gist partner. Tina and I met in Ikoyi Baptist Church Lagos many years ago when our children were young and in primary school. We were involved in the Women's Missionary Society of the church,where two other women became endeared to us, and we became four sisters/friends. They are: Rosemary Shaibu,Ruth Dogo, Tina Otigba, and myself.
As our friendship blossomed,Tina and I discovered that we had so much in common. Our husbands were Igalas from Kogi state. Our friendship soon became a family relationship, and our children and husbands became friends.
Vally, you were a very loving and kind person,a lover of God. I saw you grow from a God seeker to a minister of God, availing yourself of the opportunities to attend various Bible schools and ministries to become a pastor. You were very passionate about evangelism and discipleship, this love drove you to work with the daughters of Abraham Foundation for free. You travelled far and wide to propagate the gospel.
You served on the board of various ministries,worked in the church as a discipleship teacher, and pastored many small churches in rural communities with your personal resources. You went on mission trips to Daura and katsina to evangelize to the natives according to the revelation God gave you. You started a healing ministry from your home. You were the first person to gift me - Health Food, a daily guide for spiritual nourishing for the soul by Kenneth E. Hagin in 2007. All these are testaments to your zeal and love for Christ and his kingdom.
I remember each time you visited me in Lagos, you would first go the mechanic workshops opposite my house to preach to the people before attending to the reason of your visit.
You were an avid and generous giver with a compassionate heart.
You took great risk in helping and bringing strangers to your home. Sometimes, I was afraid and sceptical, but you would say Vally what if the need is genuine? And of course, your instinct was always right because you prayed a lot and heard from God. Now I know why time was of the essence to you, God's timetable was ticking, and you were not going to waste it. You were a true and gallant soldier for Christ.
You were a family woman who loved her children, grandchildren, and siblings. Each time we prayed together, they were most prevalent prayer points.
In the last three years, we spoke more through WhatsApp video and audio calls because both of us were in different countries doing omugwo until you took ill. Even at that, we connecting and praying more for our concerns, ministry, children, grandchildren, friends and family members. One of your greatest desires and prayers was to carry Atta's children, to which I always affirmed positively because both of us agreed we would live to fulfil God's promise in Isaiah 65:20-21. Our plan was for me to visit you in London next year when I got my visa.
Your departure has left a big hole in my heart. I keep wondering and praying every day, hoping that God will do what he did with Lazarus for me, but I know that whatever God does is best, even when we don't understand. I pray that the Lord will comfort the children and carry them on Eagle's wings.
Your legacy lives on. Adieu, my Vally. Till we meet to part no more.
Your Vally.
September 19, 2024
Tribute to late Mrs. Tina Otigba
In a world that often measures success by what one gains, Mrs. Tina stood apart as a beacon of light, measuring her life by what she gave. To know Tina was to know a heart that overflowed with love, kindness, and a deep, unwavering faith in Christ. Her life was a testament to the power of selflessness, driven by her desire to bring joy to others and to win souls for Christ.
One such moment that will forever remain etched in my memory is when we went to the market together in 2001. As we finished our shopping, she sought the help of a young man with a barrow to carry her purchases to the car. The service usually cost 50 naira, but Tina, in her typical fashion, reached into her purse and pulled out 2,000 naira. When I pointed out that the amount was far more than what was required, she simply smiled and said, "I know, but I just want to put a smile on his face." And put a smile on his face, she did! The young man was overwhelmed with joy, expressing his gratitude with an exuberance that still brings a smile to my face. That was Tina—always going above and beyond, not for recognition, but because it was who she was.
Her love for others extended beyond material generosity; it was rooted in her deep faith and commitment to Christ. Tina could let go of anything to serve the Lord and to reach out to those in need. She was sensitive to the prompting of the Holy Spirit, always ready to respond, no matter the cost. I recall a time when she had just returned from the salon, looking beautiful and polished. A missionary called, asking if she could assist in a mission field in Katsina State for two weeks. Without hesitation, she agreed. In the next hour, Tina cleaned out her nails, removed her carefully styled hair, and dressed herself in traditional Hausa attire. She didn’t care about the money she had spent on her appearance—what mattered was the mission. And just like that, she was off to Katsina, ready to serve.
Tina’s life was a beautiful symphony of love, service, and devotion. She was a
woman who lived not for herself but for others, reflecting the heart of Christ in all she did. Her acts of kindness, big and small, will continue to ripple through the lives of those she touched.
When, she lost your husband, most weekend, am with you. I usually use your
study to prepare my Bible lesson for children in my church. One day she called
me, ‘’Aunty Esther, I usually read these children Bible study outline; they are
very simple and very inspirational. Why don’t you write them out in a book,
they will be useful for parents’’
You were the first to recognized my writing skills and volunteer to edit every
book I wrote. Today the books are 14 and still counting. I have a YouTube
channel, website, all focusing on Christian content for children.
It hurt to see that you are not present to see how these writing is growing;
reaching children in different continent of the World. The work just began and
you left me!
There are no secret or sensitive issues that i cannot discuss with you. even when you relocated to the UK, we will stay on the phone for hours discussing.
Tina, you brought focus and stability to my life. It hurt me deeply that you did
not live long to see these results. Can I meet a friend like you again?
My only consolation, is that we will meet again! Rest on, my dear friend/sister.
In a world that often measures success by what one gains, Mrs. Tina stood apart as a beacon of light, measuring her life by what she gave. To know Tina was to know a heart that overflowed with love, kindness, and a deep, unwavering faith in Christ. Her life was a testament to the power of selflessness, driven by her desire to bring joy to others and to win souls for Christ.
One such moment that will forever remain etched in my memory is when we went to the market together in 2001. As we finished our shopping, she sought the help of a young man with a barrow to carry her purchases to the car. The service usually cost 50 naira, but Tina, in her typical fashion, reached into her purse and pulled out 2,000 naira. When I pointed out that the amount was far more than what was required, she simply smiled and said, "I know, but I just want to put a smile on his face." And put a smile on his face, she did! The young man was overwhelmed with joy, expressing his gratitude with an exuberance that still brings a smile to my face. That was Tina—always going above and beyond, not for recognition, but because it was who she was.
Her love for others extended beyond material generosity; it was rooted in her deep faith and commitment to Christ. Tina could let go of anything to serve the Lord and to reach out to those in need. She was sensitive to the prompting of the Holy Spirit, always ready to respond, no matter the cost. I recall a time when she had just returned from the salon, looking beautiful and polished. A missionary called, asking if she could assist in a mission field in Katsina State for two weeks. Without hesitation, she agreed. In the next hour, Tina cleaned out her nails, removed her carefully styled hair, and dressed herself in traditional Hausa attire. She didn’t care about the money she had spent on her appearance—what mattered was the mission. And just like that, she was off to Katsina, ready to serve.
Tina’s life was a beautiful symphony of love, service, and devotion. She was a
woman who lived not for herself but for others, reflecting the heart of Christ in all she did. Her acts of kindness, big and small, will continue to ripple through the lives of those she touched.
When, she lost your husband, most weekend, am with you. I usually use your
study to prepare my Bible lesson for children in my church. One day she called
me, ‘’Aunty Esther, I usually read these children Bible study outline; they are
very simple and very inspirational. Why don’t you write them out in a book,
they will be useful for parents’’
You were the first to recognized my writing skills and volunteer to edit every
book I wrote. Today the books are 14 and still counting. I have a YouTube
channel, website, all focusing on Christian content for children.
It hurt to see that you are not present to see how these writing is growing;
reaching children in different continent of the World. The work just began and
you left me!
There are no secret or sensitive issues that i cannot discuss with you. even when you relocated to the UK, we will stay on the phone for hours discussing.
Tina, you brought focus and stability to my life. It hurt me deeply that you did
not live long to see these results. Can I meet a friend like you again?
My only consolation, is that we will meet again! Rest on, my dear friend/sister.
September 19, 2024
There’s so much to say about you, mummy.
It's the many little things that make the memory of you so precious and your departing so difficult to accept. You were so intentional about life, so present. Your tenacity for the things you believed in was something to be admired. You were unstoppable and fearless.
You were a mother who loved hard the best way you knew too, and that is such a beautiful thing. It can never be forgotten in a hurry, especially by those who knew your love.
You were known for your great love and passion for God and the things of Him. You were eager to share this with anyone, anywhere. What a gift!
I will always remember how you would occasionally hand-pick and bring me fresh flowers in a vase, from your garden, not needing a special occasion to do so. It always made me smile. You were so generous, never passing up an opportunity to show kindness, and to give towards a noble cause. You loved spending time with family and celebrating even the little moments, making everyone feel special. So precious! You were so caring and always remembered to say ‘I love you’ to the people you loved. All of these make it so hard to accept that you are gone because the little impressions you left us with still make you feel so present.
Mummy, you have left a void no one else can fill. Sigh. You will be sorely missed and fondly remembered. Like you always loved to say, “The memory of the righteous is blessed”.
Love, your daughter-in-love (as you always say 🙂)
It's the many little things that make the memory of you so precious and your departing so difficult to accept. You were so intentional about life, so present. Your tenacity for the things you believed in was something to be admired. You were unstoppable and fearless.
You were a mother who loved hard the best way you knew too, and that is such a beautiful thing. It can never be forgotten in a hurry, especially by those who knew your love.
You were known for your great love and passion for God and the things of Him. You were eager to share this with anyone, anywhere. What a gift!
I will always remember how you would occasionally hand-pick and bring me fresh flowers in a vase, from your garden, not needing a special occasion to do so. It always made me smile. You were so generous, never passing up an opportunity to show kindness, and to give towards a noble cause. You loved spending time with family and celebrating even the little moments, making everyone feel special. So precious! You were so caring and always remembered to say ‘I love you’ to the people you loved. All of these make it so hard to accept that you are gone because the little impressions you left us with still make you feel so present.
Mummy, you have left a void no one else can fill. Sigh. You will be sorely missed and fondly remembered. Like you always loved to say, “The memory of the righteous is blessed”.
Love, your daughter-in-love (as you always say 🙂)
September 19, 2024
On behalf of me and my family, I offer you my heartfelt condolences.
I feel honored that I had the opportunity to know and share memories with you Aunt Tina.
May your gentle soul rest in peace in the bossom of the lord.
You'll forever be in our hearts always
REST ON.
I feel honored that I had the opportunity to know and share memories with you Aunt Tina.
May your gentle soul rest in peace in the bossom of the lord.
You'll forever be in our hearts always
REST ON.
September 19, 2024
My dear beautiful sister Tina, the news of your death brought flowing river of tears from my eyes. You were so respectful, generous and kind. Even as I write this today, tears of sorrow started dropping from my eyes again. To live in the heart of one you love is not to die. You shall ever remain alive in my heart. Rest in peace in the bosom of the Lord. I love you but God loves you more.
September 19, 2024
My dear sister tine words can not describe your impact in my life and nothing can replace the vacuum you left behind but my consolation is that your in a better place rest on my beloved sister till we meet and part no more I will always love you
September 19, 2024
From my Sister Violet Okotie. In loving memory of my sister Tina who has left us too soon. While we may not have shared every moment of our lives together the connection we had was unique. Sister Tina was a kind and gentle soul, though she's no longer with us her memory will always remain a part of me.
May she rest in peace forever remembered and love.
May she rest in peace forever remembered and love.
September 19, 2024
My beautiful sister!
Our equally beautiful mother, with her sunny smile who embraces everyone that come in contact with her, is not dead. She transited to a better place! We lost our mother as babies, got separated, reunited when you were in the University of Jos. You were always concerned for my future. You took took care of our late elder sister until she passed on. You did not neglect her family and mine, during my long soujourn in the UK. My daughter Ehinomen and Osemudiamen remember your generosity in difficult times. I will miss you my baby sister. You will forever live in our hearts. To live in the hearts of those you love is not to die. May the Lord's infinite blessings and inexhaustible mercis be with you and those you leave behind even as you transit to a better place.
Our equally beautiful mother, with her sunny smile who embraces everyone that come in contact with her, is not dead. She transited to a better place! We lost our mother as babies, got separated, reunited when you were in the University of Jos. You were always concerned for my future. You took took care of our late elder sister until she passed on. You did not neglect her family and mine, during my long soujourn in the UK. My daughter Ehinomen and Osemudiamen remember your generosity in difficult times. I will miss you my baby sister. You will forever live in our hearts. To live in the hearts of those you love is not to die. May the Lord's infinite blessings and inexhaustible mercis be with you and those you leave behind even as you transit to a better place.
September 19, 2024
The moment i was informed of your passing is one moment i will never forget for the rest of my life, i went through all kinds of emotions that are very hard to describe, emotions i never thought i would go through or feel
Your passing affected me in more ways that i never thought possible, the pain of loosing a loved one (sibling )is palpable and i'm still trying to navigate my way through it all
Your passing has further buttressed how transient life is
Thank you for sharing with me even while you were in hospital your labour of love for the things that concern the kingdom of God, it meant so much to me
Thank you for your constant encouragement concerning my music, thank you for always encouraging me never to give up on my dreams but i should at all times trust God to help me fulfil the desire of my album release
It's been more than one month since your passing and i find solace in knowing you're with the Lord Jesus Christ and that i will see you one day
Rest in peace my beautiful sister
Sister Lorine
Your passing affected me in more ways that i never thought possible, the pain of loosing a loved one (sibling )is palpable and i'm still trying to navigate my way through it all
Your passing has further buttressed how transient life is
Thank you for sharing with me even while you were in hospital your labour of love for the things that concern the kingdom of God, it meant so much to me
Thank you for your constant encouragement concerning my music, thank you for always encouraging me never to give up on my dreams but i should at all times trust God to help me fulfil the desire of my album release
It's been more than one month since your passing and i find solace in knowing you're with the Lord Jesus Christ and that i will see you one day
Rest in peace my beautiful sister
Sister Lorine
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