What deeply sorrowful news. Moments like this pierce the heart and stir the question, why do good people leave so soon, while the world keeps the bad around for longer?
Our last conversation was on the 22nd of October. I still remember promising to get back to you, unaware that life would deny me that simple chance.
Since our paths first crossed in 2003, you have remained a constant in my life, steadfast, kind, and true. You played at my wedding, your music breathing life into that special day.
Every time we met afterwards, you never failed to acknowledge my presence with that warm smile and respectful nod, always calling me Egbon.
Even in our chats, you would begin with that same word, Egbon, a simple greeting that carried your humility and respect.
Oh Akin, why now?
I keep replaying the memory of our last meeting, less than three weeks ago at that wedding.
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You kept a straight face, pouring your soul into every tune you played, even as life must have been whispering heavier things into your heart. You gave your all, as you always did, leaving behind music that spoke louder than words ever could.
Má jẹ ọ̀kùn, má jẹ ekòló. Ohun tí wọ́n ń bá jẹ ní àjùlé ọ̀run, ni kí o bá wọn máa jẹ.
You came, and indeed, ó wà níbẹ̀, you were there. You played your part with grace, excellence, and passion. When the story of ÓWÀŃBẸ̀ born from ó wà níbẹ̀, is written, your name will stand tall among the legends.
I pray for your dear wife and children, whom you always spoke about with such pride and tenderness. Every time we talked, your concern was always for them that madam should be fine, that the children should be happy.
May God grant them the strength and fortitude to bear this immense loss.
Rest well, my dearest aburo.
Ìpàdé di ìjọ àgbénde.
Until we meet again, ó dì àrìnàkò, ó dì ojú àlá, ká tó tún rí rá wa.
May your soul rest in perfect peace, my brother.
You are the fifth, and the youngest friend I’ve lost this year. I pray to God that you will be the last.
The pain is heavy, but your memory will forever remain a melody in my heart.
