The Chief Executive Officer of Ekpeye TV, Comr. Buduzhi Egbe, has expressed deep grief over the death of Late Elder Goodluck Osokolo, the most elderly man in the ancient community of Ekpeye Land, Ula-Ubie Community.
Elder Osokolo, revered as a custodian of history, culture and wisdom in Ula-Ubie, passed on to join his ancestors, leaving behind a huge vacuum in the Ekpeye nation.
Reacting to the sad news, Comr. Egbe described the late elder as a father, a library of Ekpeye tradition, and a symbol of unity whose long life was a blessing to the entire Ekpeye Kingdom.
"We have lost a rare gem. Late Elder Goodluck Osokolo was not just the oldest man in our community, he was our conscience, our history book, and our pride. His words of wisdom guided generations. Ula-Ubie and the entire Ekpeye land will greatly miss him," the Ekpeye TV CEO said in an emotional tribute.
He further extended his heartfelt condolences to the Osokolo family, the Chiefs and people of Ula-Ubie Community, and the entire Ekpeye ethnic nation, praying for strength to bear the irreplaceable loss.
Late Elder Goodluck Osokolo will be remembered for his exemplary life of peace, truth and service to his community.
Rest in Peace, Elder Goodluck Osokolo.
Idaye.