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May the Lord be with his wife,children's and family at large. Goodnight
Your daughter, Bimbo
Florence Adeleye
It was a great privilege to meet and to know you as our teacher, brother, granddad, friend, and above all our spiritual father.
We will forever cherish the time you spent with us on this earth. We still cannot come to terms with your departure in flesh but we know in spirit you will forever be with us. God is the only one that has the final say of all our lives. I believe He called you home to suit His purpose.
When we look around us, we can see you everywhere – your love, care and works. Also, the solid foundation you laid down in our family, the fear of God you instilled in us all.
Your prayers helped us to fight our battles. We appreciate your prayers for us all through the rain, sunshine and snow. And we thank you, Sir, for that special Sunday prayer, and the grace to see you at that point. We will forever be grateful.
We appreciate your time spent coming to see us, be it morning, afternoon or even in the night time. Daddy, I remember you knocking at the door at 7am to ask after us, and to “harass” me in particular. Thank you.
I, Mrs Adeyemi, thank you daddy for your advice concerning my salvation, my children, my health including my travelling to and from work. I thank you for going out of your way to see one of my children abroad and for your generosity.
Daddy, you made up your mind to help and to make others smile.
I bless the Almighty for His special gift given to you, His faithful servant, and for making you His mouthpiece and instrument to the whole world. I thank God for making you the bank of His ‘WORD’, which cannot be emptied.
Daddy, I admired your trust in God, your unshakable faith, and your desire to fill the kingdom of God. Also, your selfless attitude, boldness to speak the Word of God and obedience to God. Daddy, you made us understand how expensive salvation is. You told us to take good care of it and not to allow anyone to take it from us. And you often asked us, “If Jesus comes today, where would he find you”? You taught us not to compromise our salvation, come what may, and to carry the cross of salvation to the end. You taught us to be independent and to take all our burdens to God in prayer. Prayer is the key to the survival of a Christian.
You are such a blessing and backbone to many others like us. We cannot but thank you for all your shared knowledge of God with us.
WE THANK GOD FOR A LIFE WELL SPENT.
I (Ereke ni dukia wa), I AM GOING TO MISS YOU BIG TIME. Even, though we argued from time to time, you are still my father, and I still love you. When we all get to heaven, what a day of rejoicing it will be! WHEN WE ALL SEE JESUS, WE WILL SING AND SHOUT VICTORY.
SUN REE O DADDY APOSTLE AYO OMIDEYI.
Your children
(Ereke ni dukia wa, Goldsmith, President and Clergy boy)
The Adeyemis
You were a great man. A sound man. A man who led by example.
Day to day, week to week and year to year, you ingrained many moral values within me. You passed your knowledge to me and I have been able to pass this knowledge to others.
You were my spiritual father who I looked up to. You helped me grow spiritually and made me realise that the lessons you taught were not only for my spiritual journey, but for everyday life. Discipline, discretion, love, a spirit to give and the power of prayer is only a speck of what I gained from knowing you.
I am truly blessed that God put you in my life, and I thank God everyday for the way you enriched my life. I know with every conviction in my soul that you are receiving your reward in heaven.
Yours sincerely (and with lots of love),
Adeiye Odekunle
I feel deeply broken inside because I cannot physically see you, but one thing that greatly comforts me is the consciousness that you will always be here to instruct and teach me.
The hours you countlessly spent with me talking about anything and everything is a treasure I will never lose.
You gave me invaluable insights about life, opened my eyes to lots of mysteries, and we often talked about technology.
Those times you would get me to study an operation manual with you for hours and I would say in my head, "Dad has come again!".......I would give anything to say that again.
The truth is, your fatherly role to me can never be replaced. I love you Daddy.
Your Son always,
Gbenga Otekhile
It still feels like a dream that I will wake up from, something surreal that you are no longer with us. It’s like there’s a gaping hole that cannot be filled. There seems so much more that you needed to do and see.
I remember like it was yesterday when you were last preaching, I will miss the way you preached the Word, your sense of humour, even the long hymnals we used to sing and I would be thinking,
“Not another hymnal!”
I know you are singing with the angels in heaven and looking down on us probably thinking “what are my people doing?” You were much more than an “Apostle” you were a leader, a friend, a confident, an intelligent man, someone who was never afraid of saying the truth.
I will miss you greatly dad. You are and always will be the best spiritual father to me. A wonderful man of God, who always put God first and that is a trait we should all aspire to have.
You have always been there for other people and were always making time, whether it was day or night. And you will always be remembered by your songs and your preaching in my heart.
Your legacy of the powerful and uncompromising Word of God will always live long after you, changing people’s lives.-
Love you always
Dad,
Fiyinfoluwa Odekunle
John Olawale Balogun
When we heard that the Lord had taken him up I was sad but I know we will we meet in heaven. God bless you.
Evangelist Moyinoluwa
In the last 30 years, the Apostle has either been the initiator, co-ordinator, or the brain behind a number of projects (ideas) that have affected the lives of many in the community. Some of such projects / initiations are/were:
Mister Print
A printing franchise, bought into existence to assist in funding the missionary activities of the Ministry. Mister Print provided a service for various local businesses and voluntary organisations in the community.
Bethel Bureau
The Bethel Bureau was the successor organisation of Mister Print.
The African Churches Council for Immigration & Social Justice (ACCIS)
The organisation was initiated to assist African immigrants in particular, and immigrants in general, with the regularisation of their immigration status, as well as ensuring that social justice is fairly apportioned. Social justice issues include housing, fostering, adoption, help for the physically challenged, education, etc. The principles of the organisation are deeply rooted in Christian beliefs and values.
African Immigrants Bureau (AIB)
The organisation was the successor of ACCIS.
The Schools Debating & Public Speaking Project
A unique project that encouraged the debating and discussion of topical issues in the society, as well as inspired public speaking in young people.
Bethel Nursery
A local child care and educational project located in the London borough of Hackney.
Carpus (1990 – 1994)
As a co-founder of Carpus, the Apostle played a pivotal role in assisting the organisation in its embryonic stage.
The Nigerian Renaissance Movement (NRM)
A political based organisation in Nigeria founded on strong Christian beliefs to educate and improve on the quality of lives of Nigerians.
Some of the projects above were either initiated by the Apostle or co-founded with the Apostle not for personal financial gain, but to assist in generating the much needed funding for the work of the Ministry. The Apostle did not believe in burdening his congregation or followership with financial requests, but strongly believed in creative ways in funding the work of God.
Most of the projects would have been very difficult without the full support of the Apostle’s late brother, Senior Pastor Olusegun Kolade Omideyi.
Prayer was his business, Revival his objective, and Soul Winning his over-riding interest. The Apostle has been involved in many soul winning missions during his life time. Below is a list of some of the main missions / revivals undertaken by the Apostle during his lifetime, as instructed by the Holy Spirit:
• Midlands Revival ( 1987 -1990)
• Welsh Revival (1987-1990)
• Philippines Revival (1988-1990)
• Indonesian Mission (1989-1991)
• South Korean Mission (1992)
• Various Nigerian Revivals
• Various Ghanaian Revivals
• Various Ivorian Revivals
• Various Tanzanian Revivals
• Various Kenyan Revivals
• American Revivals (Various States)
• South African Mission (2007)
• Kenyan Mission
• Spanish Mission
• Italian Mission
• Dutch Mission
• Various other UK missions
Millions have been healed and touched through the ministration of the late Apostle, and his legacy lives after him.
May the soul of the Apostle rest in perfect peace.
Andrew Adelekun
Baba, the Apostle, was a great servant of God, but also a great teacher who inspired devotion to Christian values and practices everywhere he went. A work colleague who watches the Apostle’s television broadcast when informed about Baba’s death lamented, “Oh, we have lost a great teacher”.
Even as we grieve the Apostle’s passing from this world, we celebrate that he is now in heaven. What an amazing life! He was a giant in so many ways, and we were privileged to have him as a
dear, dear father for many years. Every time I had the opportunity to spend time with him, I saw firsthand a heart consumed with the love for Jesus Christ.
Through the years I often contemplated the benchmark he has set for so many ministers and believers to follow, and on this day as we bid him farewell to his home in heaven, it is time for us to reflect even more upon his remarkable impact on so many people.
I believe God overshadowed the Apostle’s life, even before he entered the world on June 4th 1945 in a town in Nigeria. What a journey he made in the years that God granted him the grace and opportunity to have lived here on earth. His aspirations as a young man in university was to become a surgeon, instead God changed his aspirations and granted him the opportunity where he travelled around the world as a true pioneer for the undiluted Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Only heaven will reveal how many hearts he has pointed toward heaven, how many homes have been transformed through his teaching, and how many ears have heard his faith-filled phrase, "Listen to me and listen to me good!" God has used him to open doors that were once considered closed to the miracle-working power of the Gospel.
And while we join his loved ones in mourning the loss of this great trailblazer of the faith of our fathers, we also celebrate his reunion in heaven with his beloved father, brother, his sister, and most importantly, with the Lord Jesus Christ himself, whom our father served so faithfully during his memorable lifetime! Baba, forever and forever farewell, when we meet again I will certainly smile.
Brother Simeon Atoza
May the wind be always at your back,
May the sun shine warm upon your face,
The rain fall soft upon your fields
And, until we meet again,
May God hold you in the hollow of his hand.
Daddy you will be truly missed.
Da Yie! Da Yie! Yebehiya Bio. Da Yie Da Yie!!
Deborah Anfo-Whyte, CAC Bethel, UK
Lawrence Anfo-Whyte, New Hampshire, USA
Words cannot describe my feelings. Those who know him will miss his love, kindness, jokes, cheerfulness, brotherly and fatherly advice. We thank God for his life of sacrifice.
Apostle was a great prayer warrior. He cherished prayers, fasting and keeping vigils for weeks. He was a great man of faith. He was always frank and blunt on any issue of his conviction. He was always bold to make his views known on any issue. No doubt he has left an enviable legacy for all his spiritual and biological children and all generations yet unborn to emulate.
He had a commanding tone and he was a fearless preacher - Ephesians 6:19 & 20. He was an orator and a brilliant discussant. He tried as much as possible to correct the ills of the society both in Nigeria and in London.
He was cut out for leadership. He was one of the founders of Christ Apostolic Church Students' Association {CACSA} in the 70s in the University of Ibadan, Ibadan. One dare not come late to any prayer meeting or the association programmes then. Brother Ayo as we called him then would order one to kneel down on the stone for minutes.
Brother Ayo left Nigeria for London and planted CAC Mount Bethel. He planted several church assemblies as an evangelist and soul winner. He was a seasoned motivational speaker at conferences, conventions, seminars and workshops. Ayo struggled to the top academically and spiritually.
By the time I was opportuned to be in London in the 70s, brother Ayo ordered me to be with him in the church immediately the programme I went for was over. We had time to pray, fast and study the word of God together. We also played some games to relax. He made me to draw near him as a friend.
Apostle Omideyi accommodated my son when he was in London. He gave him his fatherly guidance and for his kindness and generosity, I will forever be grateful to God for a man like Ayo.
About two years ago, he ordered me to organise a three day prayer and fasting in CAC Mount Bethel in Ibadan because of his love and zeal for the work of God and Bethel family. Because of his zeal for the progress of the gospel, he might have stepped on many people’s toes. Yet, he did not mean evil.
When last he phoned me, he ordered professor Akinsoyinu and me to be present at CAC Bethel Special District Leadership seminar holding at Efunrun in Warri in 2011. What a love for Bethel family! Before his death it was his wife who discussed with me on his behalf not knowing that I would not be opportuned to listen to his commanding tones.
Adieu, Apostle Ayo! No doubt you are free from earthly struggles to be with the Lord, your Creator. YOU CAME, YOU SAW AND YOU CONQUERED and there is laid for you a Crown of Glory. Sleep on, my beloved Apostle. We will meet at the feet of Jesus Christ.
Pastor Bode Ojo
Prophet Jide Peter-Thomas
Ayo was a lot of things to many people. For me, he was a complete gentleman and a great friend. Although he is physically gone, he will always live in my heart. Farewell Ayotunde! May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Amen.
Dr O. Oshin (Classmate)
In person, I will never forget him for he brought me from afar. I was nobody, I was just a pagan. He raised me up and he made me a Christian. Me, who I couldn't pray! He taught me how to pray, made me a disciple and through his teachings I became a teacher. What shall I say? May he rest in peace. He gave his life for us. May he rest in peace. Amen.
I thank God for bringing the Apostle to Tanzania, I was the first person to be converted by him. I can say I’m the first disciple in Tanzania. He conducted seminars and revivals before he registered the Sower Media Trust (prayer house) for which I was the coordinator. He was a “redeemer” to many who were in bondage.
Having witnessed what was done through him and by him, some pastors asked him to be their spiritual father within the town and countries. He went about teaching them in Kigoma, Songea, Korogwe (Tanga), Moshi, Mwanza, at last, Mbeya.
His death shocked many people here and they have asked to express their sympathy to the church and his family. May God empower the church and his followers all over the world. Amen. I hope the work he started will continue.
May the Lord God our Father rest him in peace. Amen.
Joyce Ndowo
May the Lord of all comfort and encourage all the brethren and the entire family.
Albano Mgaya & Evastella Mgaya, Dar es Salaam
May the Lord continue to use you where you are, especially in praising and worshiping Him.
Mapinga`s Leader Brother Thomas
May God comfort us all.
Mapinga Church, Dar es Salaam
He was a perfectionist, a teacher full of wisdom, a solution-focused man, always thirsty for knowledge, always liking to take control of every situation.
He was also a man with a great sense of humour. He was patient and endured hardship.
May his soul rest in perfect peace.
Pastor Mike
Ayo was a product of late Prophetess Mama Ogunranti. He was a prayer warrior who Mama held in high regard because of his unique gift of revelation. His worship services were known to be melodious and filled with tunes, often new ones, from the heavenly Choir. As a preacher, he spoke frank and was blunt, never covering the spiritual dimension of all his considerations. We shall miss his prophetic gift, especially as he was one of those whom God gave the gift of revelation at the deepest level.
Ayo was well known for practicing what he preached and the most accurate accolade I can communicate about him was that he walked with Jesus. It can also be truly said of him that he was a lover of souls of men/women, an indefatigable evangelist, planter of churches, an international missionary, a detribalized leader, and a boundless gospel worker. He never believed in materialism.
In a world corrupted by greed, lasciviousness over mundane things, power, position and unbridled promiscuity, Apostle Omideyi maintained his integrity and stood like Paul who learnt to abase and abound. He was a non-conformist to the world’s standard. His ultimate love was for Christ and he strived for a sinless and holy life fuelled daily by the word of God. He, like Joshua, served God faithfully. He believed in the efficacy of prayers as well as in church doctrines and biblical injunctions without wavering.
Apostle Omideyi was a man of God and a gallant Christian soldier who died in the active service of his Lord and Saviour. His untimely death was a rude shock to all of us in the Bethel Family, especially, since we had hoped that he would join us in the International Leadership Conference which was held in August in Nigeria, but he was unable to attend due to illness.
Although the relationship between him and CAC was strained for some time, Ayo was a man of peace, a gifted prophet, and a gifted singer. Ayo’s life was brief and eventful, yet he achieved a great deal for Christ and the body of believers. May his musical soul rest in Perfect Peace!
Pastor A.M.A. Imevbore
Your entire life was a great inspiration to me personally and to many of your disciples worldwide. You have impacted my life beyond measure through your Godly examples and total commitment to the heavenly vision. Your insight to the Word of God was unique and your boldness in teaching the undiluted Word of God was unparalleled.
You have taught me what it is to be a servant of God by your way of life and extraordinary passion for the work of God. Even though you have gone to heaven, your work lives on in my heart and in the hearts of many all over the world. May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace
ADIEU – MY SPIRITUAL FATHER.
Pastor Folorunso
You took special interest in me, my family and ministry from the first day I met you and you never failed to encourage, support and rebuke
when necessary. We are inspired by your humility, integrity, passion for souls, dedication, uprightness and appreciation of little things.
We believe you are going through the heavenly protocols of joining the heavenly singers as you desired and predicted shortly before your departure.
It is a fact that you were “alive and lived”. Your legacies will live on. We love you, but Jesus loved you more. Continue to rest in the bosom of our Lord and Saviour, Jesus Christ, till we meet again.
Good Bye.
Pastor Isaac & Helen Odejimi
Your care for the less privileged was exemplary, your concern for family, friends and the congregation of the saints was superb.
You worked for God day and night tirelessly till you slept in the Lord. You loved evangelism relentlessly like myself. You always called me your twin sister in the field of evangelism.
Apostle, I really miss you! Our last discussion was about our experience in our branches in Nigeria and concerning workers in the vineyard which we termed “OWO NI KOKO”.
You reminded me that our Citizen is in Heaven thus quoting Numbers 23:10b - “Let me die the death of the righteous, and may my final end be like theirs!” I never knew you were saying goodbye.
Apostle, that glorious morning we shall see the Lord. Rest in the bosom of our Lord till we meet and part no more.
Your Twin Sister in the Vineyard – Prophetess (DR) Christiana Toluwase.
Farewell to Worthy Father of Faith Apostle Ayo Omideyi. As mortal beings, we find it difficult to accept the exit of our beloved one but the Bible says “The soul of the righteous are in the hand of God where no torment shall touch”.
Apostle Omideyi, Rest in the bosom of your Father eternally, whom you served day and night with unruffled face
We love you and God loves you most. We therefore join the entire family and all members of CAC mount Bethel to take solace in God.
Good night Apostle
Rev E.K. Toluwase & Prophetess (Dr) C.S.K Toluwase and Entire Member of C.A.C (TMC) Worldwide
Thank God you made it to the “marriage feast”!!! It has been worth every toil! You deserve the ‘rest’.
Your last words to me were “Don’t panic”. By God’s grace, the children, the church and myself will not panic. God is faithfully in control. He never let you down. He will not let us down.
By His grace we will see you on the Resurrection morning. Thank you for everything you taught me, and every blessing you prayed into my life particularly in your last days.
I remain proud of you my dear.
Love always,
‘Me’
Fadeke Omideyi
With a heavy heart and immense gratitude to the Almighty God for the life and ministry of Apostle Ayotunde Omideyi, We express our sympathy to the family, the Church of God at Bethel CAC, and the entire Christ Apostolic Church. We are united in our loss and may we be united in our gratitude to the God of heaven, who in His grace gave to us, for a time, His Servant, Apostle Ayotunde Omideyi.
We celebrate the person He was in Christ and we take solace in the fact that He has gone into the presence of the One he feared and longed to please.
We celebrate the gifts of God in him: his fatherly love and care, his love for the Word of God and ability to teach and mentor others, his hospitality, his pastoral gifts….to mention but a few. He was a wonderful mentor – he would sit and talk with people for a long period of time and he always takes the time to share the Word and he had a great sense of humour. He showed that it was possible to be a man of God and still be oneself. I hope he knew I thought the world of him, as many of us did. I thought he was going to live much longer - he was full of grace, so reliable, so vibrant. I just always thought there was plenty of time.
Our relationship with Apostle Ayo was God-ordained. In August 1983, God made the paths of our parents Papa and Mama Owiredu to meet in the most amazing way. Soon after they met, it was obvious that God had sent them to England to perform the ordination of Apostle Ayo along with others into ministry. The following words of Apostle Ayo sums up what happened:
“As commanded by the Lord, an ordination of Ministers was to be held; those to be ordained knew themselves, but who would ordain them officially was the big question. Yet like a surge of light into darkness, two Veteran Soldiers of Christ, seasoned Servants of God, arrived at our doorstep on that pre-ordained Sunday afternoon - Apostle & Mrs Daniel Owiredu from Ghana. Unknown to us but known to God and sent by Him to us. Of course, that settled the ordination issue and God’s purpose was fulfilled. Praise His Name. That marked the beginning of an endearing relationship with two great servants of God who made their mark in God’s vineyard and especially in our lives. It marked their adoption of us through Christ, as their spiritual children and they becoming God sent Spiritual mentors to us all.”
God moves in mysterious ways, His works to perform.
We have lost a gem but we rejoice in the many lives that he touched and he has left us with many people who have had the grace to learn about God and His ways through him: For this we are most thankful to God.
We commit to the Almighty God, the family, the Church of God at Bethel and everywhere that his work has expanded to: trusting in the words of Apostle Paul, “For the which cause I also suffer these things: nevertheless I am not ashamed: for I know whom I have believed, and am persuaded that he is able to keep that which I have committed unto Him against that day.” 2 Timothy 1:12
May God’s grace and blessing abide with you always.
On behalf of the late Apostle Owiredu’s family
I tried several times to speak with him on the prayer line.To say that I am sad because I never got the chance to meet him or speak with him is an understatement. He is one of the very few men of God who has a ministry for the purpose of the kingdom of God, not for worldy goods.
May God rest his perfect soul in perfect peace.
He was a good teacher in a way that some pastors were asking me secretly to sell the tapes to them when he was preaching at praise power radio they like his teachings.
In person, I will never forget him for he brought me from a far, I was no body, I was just a pagan, he raised me up, he made me a Christian, me who I couldn't pray he taught me how to pray, He made me a disciple, through his teachings I became a teacher. He gave his life for us. May he rest in perfect peace. Amen
I thank God for bringing the Apostle to Tanzania, I was the first person to be converted by him. I can say I’m the first disciple in Tanzania.
He conducted seminars and revivals before he registered the Sower Media Trust (prayer house) which I was the coordinator, He was a redeemer to many who were in bondage,
having witnessed what he did through him and by him, some pastors asked him to be their spiritual father within the town and up countries.
He went about teaching them in Kigoma, Songea, Korogwe( Tanga), Moshi, Mwanza at last mbeya.
His death shocked many people here and have asked to express their sympathy to the church and his family. May God empower the church and his followers all over the world. Amen
Joyce Ndowo - Tanzania
May the Lord of all comfort and encourage all the brethren and the entire family.
Albano Mgaya & Evastella mgaya, Dar es salaam - Tanzania
May the Lord continue to use you where you are especially in praising and worshiping Him.
Mapinga`s Leader Brother Thomas, - Tanzania
We are so grateful for all the work you accomplish in Tanzania. Gods purpose will never be hindered, God did according to his will.
May God comfort us all.
Mapinga Church, Dar es salaam - Tanzania
Temidayo Jegede - Nigeria
Champion of faith and army general in the teaching of the word of God. His memory will be with me forever.
John Olawale Balogun - Nigeria
Babalola Gbenga - Nigeria
Pastor Adeote D.O - Nigeria
Bro Lucky - Nigeria
Pastor Oluwasegun – C.D.E.M, Nigeria
Elder Samson Femi Olajumkoe – Mama Camp, Nigeria
Prophet Tokunbo A.O - Life changing bible church of God, Nigeria
Pastor Odedele Samuel - The new convention, Nigeria
Pastor C.L Oyeleye – CREM, Nigeria
Pastor Ola Samuel – CCM, Nigeria
Pastor Taiwo Ogundele - David Camp Ota, Nigeria
No amount of tears can pay for the services you render to people around you.Rest in Christ still we meet on that glorious day in Jesus Christ name(amen)
Yours in Christ,
Abraham Bashorun(Overseer)
Grace Chosen Anointed ministries.
Pinto Madrid Spain
I knew him in the late 70s when he first came to Britain. He advertised in West Africa the only paper available in those years. I had my first born, which he named. She is now 35 years old. He started in his sitting room with Mr Toluwase, and Mr Olaleye then later I told my friends, Mrs Ajao, Mrs Akamo the church started growing. One thing I noticed was there was no collection of money. He was called by GOD.
May his soul rest in perfect peace.
Your great teachings and strong faith in God is something that cannot be forgotten. You tried so much to change our attitude especially me, for my two greatest weaknesses which I find so hard to quit but with your help I was getting there, now that you are not around to push me what will I do? But as you always say "our deeds are accountable to God and that Heaven hasn't got the time for our excuses". I pray you will still watch over us. And reprimand us.
Even though you are absent, your great teachings are always present. I am so bless to know such a great and wonderful man of God who always talk about salvation and make you aware of the judgement of God
APOSTLE AYO OMIDEYE - you would be sadly missed, but I know the creator will keep you till we meet again.
Your memory is my keep sake with which I'll never part.
God has you in his keeping
I have you in my heart.
Your spiritual grandchildren and myself says,
AGYAPA DAMIREFA DUE!
NANTE YIE!
REST IN PERFECT PEACE!
Mrs Francisca Osei-Kuffour & Family.
Daddy I will miss you more than words can ever say.
Rest in perfect peace.
Rest in perfect peace in the Lord.
Isaac, dublin, Ireland
Words cannot describe my feelings. Those who know him will miss his love, kindness, jokes, cheerfulness, brotherly and fatherly advice. We thank God for his life of sacrifice.
Apostle was a great prayer warrior. He cherished prayers, fastings and keeping vigils for weeks.He was a great man of faith.He was always frank and blunt on any issue of his conviction. He was always bold to make his views known on any issue. No doubt he has left an enviable legacy for all his spiritual and biological children and all generation yet unborn to emulate.
He had a commanding tone and he was a fearless preacher - Ephessians 6:19 & 20. He was an orator and a brilliant discussiant. He tried as much as possible to correct the ills of the society both in Nigeria and in London.
He was cut out for leadership. He was one of the founders of Christ Apostolic Church Students' Association {CACSA} in the 70s in the University of Ibadan, Ibadan.You dare not come late to any prayer meeting or the association programmes then. Brother Ayo as we called him then would order one to kneel down on the stone for minutes.
Brother Ayo left Nigeria for London and planted CAC Mount Bethel. He planted several church assemlies as an evangelist and soul winner. He was a seasoned motivational speaker at conferences, conventions,seminars and workshops. Ayo struggled to the top accademically and spiritually.
By the time I was opportuned to be in London in the 70s, brother Ayo ordered me to be with him in the church immediately the programme I went for was over. We had time to pray, fast and studied the word of God together. We also played some games to relax. He made me to drawn near him as a friend.
Apostle Omideyi accommodated my son when he was in London. He gave him his fatherly guidiance and for his kindness and generousity, I will forever be greatful to God for a man like Ayo.
About two years ago, he ordered me to organise a three day prayer and fasting in CAC Mount Bethel in Ibadan because of his love and zeal for the work of God and Bethel family. Because of his zeal for the progress of the gospel, he might have stepped on many people toes. Yet, you did not mean evil.
When last he phoned me, he ordered professor Akinsoyinu and me to be present at CAC Bethel Special District Leadership seminar holding at Efunrun in Warri in year 2011. What a love for Bethel family? Before his dead it was his wife who discussed with me on his behalf not knowing that I would not be opportuned to listen to his commanding tones.
Adieu, Apostle Ayo! No doubt you are free from earthly stuggles to be with the Lord, your Creator. YOU CAME, YOU SAW AND YOU CONQUERED and there is laid for you a Crown of Glory. Sleep on, my beloved Apostle. We will meet at the feet of Jesus Christ.
Love you Dad so much.
There are no words to explain what has happened. I am so confused and there are so many unanswered questions, but I take consolation in the fact that you were a kind, loving, exceptional leader, marvellous teacher and I thank God for your exemplary life. I have suffered a great loss and often my heart hurts, but I know and believe that you will always be here spiritually watching over me.
I will miss your fatherly conversation and advice, the way you tell me off. Whenever I frustrate you, you will say “this is too much wahala for me”.
Papa may you rest in perfect peace.
Agyapa De Yie, Wo Ne Onyame Ntena Wo Soro Ho.
Jennifer Bonsu
CAC Bethel UK
Sleep well at the bossom of the Lord Jesus Christ (Amen).
I say to the family and the church "IT IS WELL".
Apostle was an amazing servant of God and a very funny man. I will remember his quick wit for the rest of my life.
Thank you Apostle….
Ayo was a lot of things to many people. For me, he was a complete gentleman and a great friend. Although he is physically gone, he will always live in my heart. Farewell Ayotunde! May your gentle soul rest in perfect peace. Amen
Dr O. Oshin (Classmate)
PAPA, DAMIRIFA DUE! DAMIRIFA DUE! DUE NE AMANEHUNU! WOREKO A, KOSE KOSE. NANTI YIE, ONYAME NE WO NTENA. DA YIE! DA YIE! DA YIE!!!