Memorial – Folake Olabimpe Popoola (Nee Ogunniyi)

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MY MUMMY
My mummy was everything, more of a best friend. She knew me too well, more than any other person. She was my WORLD. I got to spend just 20years with her by my side, years that are currently the best of my life. My earliest memory of her would be my brother’s dedication ceremony, that day when we got home I remember been hungry but she was busy and my 3 and a half years old self began to cry. She found someone to feed me and she came to me later at night to pacify me which made me feel better. Another early memory I have of her was during the eve of my fourth birthday, she had come to pick me up at the salon where I had on a beautifully made hair, she complimented my look that night and I remember feeling on top of the world. The next morning, there was a cake, gifts bags that I took to school. And this was always the practice for my birthday celebrations, a year didn’t go by without a cake, she would drop by my school in the afternoon to take pictures with me and by night WE FEAST. She made birthdays so important to me because in her words, it was a day to be grateful to God for the grace of living;
My mum was everything to me and she would stop at nothing to make me happy. I remember in primary school, I would volunteer in school to make arts and crafts for the entire class and when I get home, I tell her that it was a compulsory assignment. Mrs. P would stay up all night making arts and crafts for primary school students who were all asleep. She always go the extra mile to make us happy. I remember as little children when she would read the daily scripture verse book to us, myself and my brother damilare would then take turns to recite to her the memory verse while she explains them with life scenarios, which I still remember to this day. Even as little children, it was important to her to make us conversant with the word of the Lord. It was always God or nothing for her.
When people are asked ‘aren’t you loved at home’ it never applied to me because I was raised with love, we had a sweet friendship. Myself and my mum got really close after I completed my secondary school education in 2019. I had being denied admission into the University of Ibadan and naturally I was home. We got talking and I learnt a whole lot from those conversations we had, looking back now and I would give anything to have those conversations all over. A lot of those conversations are what shaped me into who I am today. Fast forward to 2020 and I gained admission into FPA. Being a student in the tertiary institution at the age of 16 was no easy feat for me. I was literally the youngest in my class and I remember days where I was so overwhelmed and I felt like quitting but Mrs. P was there to see me through the difficult times. I would call her at my slightest inconvenience and we would talk and talk for hours, we would talk about life, and I would gist her of everything that happened that day. I was studying engineering but my mum still helped out with my assignments. She was always present in my life.
My mum was an advocate for God, she never stopped telling me how God is the most important factor in life. If you knew me, you definitely know Mrs P because I was always full of glowing remarks of my mum whether you were interested or not. The bond we shared was like no other. I remember when I got admission into the university of Ilorin, my mum got me the whole world because she never wanted me lacking and that was the case every time I resume for every session in school, I always have goods filled up in about 4-5 ghana-must-go bags.
Mrs. P was the total package, I have my best memories in the world with her. My mum could predict me to the core, no one ever understood me like she did. We could go on 5-6 hours on a phone call, I could wake her up in the middle of the night to gist her about the most irrelevant of stuffs. She knew my weaknesses, my insecurities and my strength. My opinions always mattered, even as a 8 year old girl when I talked to her about my dreams, she never disregarded it as an
immature child’s thinking and as I matured and got more conviction of my dreams in life, she was there to modify it for me as I take little steps to achieve them. She told me she was going to watch me grow into a woman but it wasn’t meant to be.
My sweet Mrs. P, you were an epitome of beauty, love, kindness, knowledge, selflessness and compassion. You were everything a mother should be and even more. You fought a good fight but it just wasn’t meant to be. I am definitely going to miss you and no one could ever fill the void you left in my heart.
My mummy
My world
My bestfriend
My chef
My teacher
My prayer warrior
My pastor
My very own Prof
You left damilare and I alone too soon but we’re comforted by the fact that you are in a better place. I MISS YOU SO MUCH. Till we meet again to part no more at his feet.

SUN RE OO IYA MI OWON

YOUR FIRST FRUIT
OLUWADEMILADE


MY MOTHER
I have got a lot of fond memories of my mother that I will be holding dear to my heart. I remember as far back as my fourth birthday when she came to pick me up at school for a birthday treat. Our closeness really blossomed after my sister left for school, despite her demanding schedule with work and school, she consistently found time to talk with me and attentively listen to my concerns.
She took it upon herself to be present in our lives. She knew everything that was going on with me and she was always there to proffer a solution. I remember when I newly got into senior secondary school and I had issues with chemistry. She got me a private lesson tutor and she would still go out of her way to study chemistry with me.
When she fell ill in 2022, I was in ss2 and her sickness took a toll on my education, she still made time to ensure I don’t lag behind in school even when she was on the hospital sickbed battling for her life, this and more goes to show how we were everything to our mum and how she put us first in literally everything.
My mum was my favorite human, God was so imperative to her and she taught us in his ways. She would sit down with me and we would study the bible together. For every situation I found myself, my mum always had a bible scripture to recommend. For months to come, I could go on and on writing about my mother and I would still have a bunch to say. SHE WAS MY MOTHER, MY GIST PARTNER AND MY BESTFRIEND and I am extremely proud to be her baby boy.

I LOVE YOU ETERNALLY MOTHER.

OLUWADAMILARE



TRIBUTE FROM VINE BRANCH CHURCH MISSIONS’ TEAM
It is never easy to say goodbye to someone who has been a part of our lives, particularly where such a person is making an uncommon contribution to our day-to-day lives. This captures our mood as members of Missions Team bidding our beloved sister farewell.

Sister Folake Olabimpe Popoola (Nee Ogunniyi) was a committed member of Missions Team of the Vine Branch Church who served God exceptionally. On two occasions, she contributed to the prayer bulletin of the Church – “Praying Through” although it was not part of her primary responsibilities.
She was also at the centre of the publication of Missions Team’s news bulletin. She participated actively in Door-to-Door Evangelism and Mercy Missions among others. Her unwavering commitment to duties became one of the qualities that defined her. She was a humble, decent, diligent, friendly and a prolific intellectual.
Her death was very painful to members of the team but we took solace in the fact that she has gone to be with the saviour who had gone ahead to prepare a place for her.
Continue to rest in the bosom of our Lord Sister Folake Olabimpe Popoola (Nee Ogunniyi) till we meet to part no more.
Good night.

A.O. Aladejebi
For: Missions Team


Oh…I never imagined I could write a tribute about my dear Folake Popoola. Though we met and started as colleagues and friends in 2005 at NIHORT but we became like blood sisters, we shared the same office room for over 16years! You were my faithful sister in the faith of Christ and a very close associate of my family! I will ever appreciate your respect for me. You took me as a big sister. We shared so much. We went to many places together, we were confidants to each other. My consolation is that you have seen Jesus….You made it to our Lord and Saviour. You entered divine rest at last after so much suffering. Perfect submission, all is now at rest concerning you. You have finally joined the cloud of witnesses! I will ever cherish the lovely memories of you. You were a perfectionist and very thorough in all your actions. I will ever missed you . Rest on my bosom friend….. Mrs Adebisi Akinrinola


Mrs Popsy as I fondly called you and I remember the heart warming smile that follows. You are such a wonderful soul, hard working researcher and highly inquisitive. May your gentle soul continue to rest with your maker. We love you but Christ love you more. Adieu my sister…. Dr Oladunni Akinpelu


Yes, you fought a good fight and now resting. Sleep on Sister until the resurrection morning when there will be no separation… Dr Oluwakemi Oduntan

Dear darling sister Folake, You were such a pleasant soul, your smile was what attracted me to you as a colleague. You have lived a life of impact and did your best on the mother earth. You will be greatly missed. May your kind soul fine peace with your creator sister Folake Popoola…. Mr Oladigbolu Abiola

You have joined the saints triumphant dear friend and colleague. Rest on till we meet to part no more….. Dr Bunmi Ibitoye

The last time we got talking and I never knew few days after you were going to fall ill. However, you fought and thank God, you conquered in Christ Jesus. Dear ever gentle smiling sister and colleague, rest now. Rest on gentle soul, rest on!….. Dr Olusola AdeOluwa

Professionally, she freely and willingly poured herself into me and others. Our working relationship transformed from friendship to a sibling-like bond. I miss her greatly and pray that God grants the family and everyone else the fortitude to bear the loss. Sister Folake fought with death and won because she didn’t compromise on her Godly values. I believe she’s in a better place. May her soul rest in peace…Mr R Adeolu

Mum❤️, I’m grateful for the few moments I was in your presence, Ebun, myself and I alongside you always sat like a family, you always spoke about Christ, you’ll tell me to talk to Ebun and I’ll say she’s okay mum that she won’t let you down, and as you’ve gone up to watch us from above she surely won’t let you down mum, I’ll continue to be a big brother to them as you saw me mum, we miss you, yet we’re glad we have another angel watching over us, till we meet again Mum….. Moses Okunmadewa

Hmmm, there is time to come and there is time to go. To God be the glory, from the testimony I heard on the faithful day in the morning, you told people you see Jesus. Hallelujah. Therefore, continued to rest in the bosom of our Lord Jesus Christ, with him there is eternity. Adieu Folake. May your soul rest in perfect peace. All you left behind are blessed in Jesus name. Su re oooo. Iya Ebun. ……Dr Olufemi Ademoyegun

The strive is O’er, the battle done The victory of life is won
The song of triumph has begun ALLELUIA!
Good night friend and colleague.
Heaven has gained!
So painful for us as earthly beings but our joy is that you’re resting at the bosom
of our Lord…………Dr Olaide Aderibigbe

The announcement of your demise came as rude shock. You were a gentle, peace-loving and an industrious person. You won the fight with Jesus on your side according to the testimony. You will be missed dear sister. We love you but Jesus loves you more. Rest in perfect peace Mrs Folake Popoola…. Mrs Omolara Fajinmi

Mrs Folake Popoola, indeed you fought and conquered! You were such a pleasant, easygoing and hardworking person. Well, what shall I say than to pray that God be with your children and the entire family. Rest on dear sister….. Mrs Esther Adesegun

Folake, I wasn’t expecting the news of your death. I was hopeful and trusting that you will pull through completely. Although painful,I believe you are in a better place where pain is no more. Rest on beloved…… Dr Olutola Oyedele

Bimpe as I fondly called you because you shared the same name with my mum. I am short of words today. However, we got closer to each other when both of us were selected to attend a training conference at Abuja. We stopped over at your parents house at Ado before we proceeded on our journey the next day. We related as brother and sister. We expressed our life journey to each other. You have fought a good fight of faith. You conquered the devil. A crown of victory is ready for you. Sleep on until the resurrection day. Adieu Folake….. Dr Joel Akindele Akinfasoye

It is a pity and so sad you left so soon. You are a great mind, a pleasant compatriot. You are a definition of woman of substance. You fought so hard,relentlessly and gallantly to exert your footings on the space of time beyond this period you eventually bid us goodbye. Rest on in the bosom of the LORD… Mr Samuel Olufemi Owolade

Many of us were deeply saddened to hear about the passing of our dear colleague, Mrs. Folake Popoola. She had been a part of our team for a couple of years and in that time, she made significant contributions to our committee, Anti-Corruption and Transparent Unit. But beyond her professional skills, Mrs Folake Popoola will be remembered for her positive impact. She was a true asset to our team, and she will be deeply missed. Our thoughts and condolences go out to her family and loved ones during this difficult time……..Anti-Corruption and Transparent Unit (ACTU), NIHORT, Ibadan, by *Dr Henry Akintoye


What a great loss! A woman of a gentle spirit, soft spoken and never hesitated at stretching out her hand of help anytime to anyone in need of her assistance. Your sense of humour will be greatly missed as well. Rest on, ma….Mr. CALEB ADEWALE OTUNLA

Mrs Pope, as I normally call her, was a simple, easy going, hard working woman. May her soul rest in peace….Dr Sadiat Babalola



My beloved wife, Folake Olabimpe, my heart is heavy but I stand on God’s words that he will never leave nor forsake us.
The lights went out May 22 when my beloved wife, Folake was called home by the Lord; it was a terrible shock because we all believed she was making favorable progress towards recovery but God in His infinite wisdom had other plans.
Folake was not only a wonderful wife and mother but she was a meticulous housekeeper and homemaker; she’s trustworthy, reliable, strict, unpretentious and respects everyone around her.
There was always a calm aura about her and she loved God with all her heart which is one of the traits that attracted me to her. . She was a cheerful and friendly person that saw the good in others; she was the soul of honesty and would never shade the truth no matter what the consequences.
We had struggles; indeed, we were not what people would call a match considering our different backgrounds and social class but she accepted me just the way I am, a testament of her humility. But we overcame our struggles with love and understanding and we found much happiness in anticipation of better things to come. We were blessed with a wonderful family and her strong faith and belief in the word of God was an asset.
She makes our home a warm and loving place. She’s dedicated and organized, and her endless efforts make me feel loved. She’s very supportive and looked out for me through thick and thin, offering encouragement and understanding. Folake was one person who showed care and concern about my well-being; physically and emotionally, always looking out for my best interest. She shows love and affection through gestures, words and actions.
Since we met during our NYSC in 1998 till we got married on December 15, 2001 and till she took her last breath, Folake remained a wonderful person. It is hard to accept the death of a loved one, especially when you still have great plans and a lot to talk about; the pain is still unbearable and the tears have refused to dry up
I have once again realized the brevity of life and the basic fact that there is a thin line between life and death which we mortals often take for granted. And while I look at our years together, even while still reeling with shock, I wish I could tell myself that Folake will be back by my side on this side of the divide someday but I know that her assignment here is done.
I am a broken man because my better half is gone but I can see her in the faces of my children and this gives me a little comfort. I think that she is still here with all of us; my wife was strong until the end, never losing her faith even on some of the most painful days. I have lost the mother to my children, my wife and support system and most of all, my best friend.
While I have lost a worthy helpmate, I have nothing but happy memories of our years together. But I submit to divine authority. I am grieving now for my loved one but the burden has been lessened by the many kindnesses shown to me and my family. I wish you can look back and see the love your children are getting and how strong they are trying to be in your absence.
Farewell my darling.

Husband, Dimeji Popoola



Praying for your family, Bimpe. You fought valiantly.
Tolu (Abolade) Taiwo.



In all things we give thanks. We meet to part, and part to meet again. I remember the fellow we shared – NCCMS , later MCCMDS and now CMDA(student). The memory were nostalgic. The only joy is that we cannot gain heaven in this world. Adieu, no good night till resurrection morning……..Bro. Bunmi Aderibigbe.


Bimpe, my dissecting anatomy lab partner, very sad to see you go so so soon.
We will all miss you so badly.
Sun reo at the bosom of your lord.
Dr Sunday Aniyi( Perth, Australia)


Dear Aunty, I was shocked at the news of your demise . Casting my mind back to my NYSC days, you and your husband made my NYSC in Ibadan possible. You welcomed me in your home, fed me and provided a conducive environment I could call home. For this, I will always be grateful. Although it’s sad to say goodbye, our consolation is that- you are in a better place with your maker. You will be remembered for your kindness and your heart for God – which is worthy of emulation.
we are going to miss you , we love you but God loves you most.
Rest in peace Aunty Bimpe.
Olasunkanmi Adegunloye



Good Night …..A time for a peace lover to rest in peace
Your death , so painfully and deeply hurting….but who are we to question God Almighty. Thank God for the life you lived . God Almighty will console your immediate and extended family, friends and associates. May your soul rest in perfect peace Amen. Precious in the sight of the Lord is the dead of His Saints.
Dr Kunle Adesokan


I have lost a dearly best friend in Christ Jesus in life, so painful, so sad, very loving and caring Sister in the Lord, only God can console me about your demise, Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, Jesus, how I wish to see your face and hear but a word from you before you passed on, sleep on my best friend. In Christ Jesus alone our hope is found. Till we meet again to part no more…… Pastor Dayo Adeosun



Bimpe mi,
Never in my wildest dreams did I think i would be writing a tribute to your departure. We still spoke some days before you left and I didn’t know that will be the last time. You were passionate about anything you believed in especially your love for our Lord Jesus who you’ve gone to rest with. I can’t bring myself to say goodbye. Dainty, that was the pet name I gave you in school cos that was how I perceived you. You taught me so many things about the ways of God that I have lived on. My Sister, I know you’re resting and I look forward to seeing you again on HIS second coming. You live on in my heart. Ebun and Ise will be fine by His Grace. Rest well Ekeji mi.
Sunkanmi Alabi



Devastated on hearing the news of your passing on Bimpe but consoled you are now resting and at peace as death is not the end .
Sun re 0re .
Olamide Kazum( Nee Yoloye )


It’s so difficult to accept your early departure, I will always remember your calmness and never fading smiles even in the most difficult situations. You are a good example of relentless faith in the never ending love of Jesus Christ. From studying together in Lecture Theater (LT2) in Unilorin to running around on the sport’s field at UNIPORT during the 1990 NIMSA games, you demonstrated honesty and sincerity of purpose.
May the good Lord keep everyone you left behind and give them the fortitude to bear this loss.
Sleep on beautiful Angel.
Femi Jegede


A Daughter of Zion Indeed.
JESUS!
It is very difficult to accept that Sister Folake, Sister Bimpe has gone to be with the LORD JESUS CHRIST.
An Epitome of Humility and Simplicity. An Emblem of Peace And Calmness.
You were always full of smiles, very difficult to offend. You came,You fought the Good Fight of Faith and without doubt,You conquered – Heaven’s Gain!
When I saw you some weeks ago, you were full of life though going through challenges and pains but you covered them with your usual smiles.
Sister Bimpe, we wished you could live longer to continue to saturate the world with your gentle smiles but we must submit to the will of GOD ALMIGHTY.
A good counsellor, a gentle listener, a sincere believer of JESUS CHRIST, an industrious woman, a dedicated and devout Christian.
Sister Bimpe, Sister Folake, you will surely be missed but we have found solace in the WORD of GOD that you are not dead but sleeping and you will be woken up on the Resurrection Morning when we shall all meet again to depart no more in the company of Our LORD And SAVIOUR JESUS CHRIST whom you served faithfully before your departure to Eternal Life.
Rest On, Sleep Well, Sister Folake.
JESUS IS LORD No Controversy!
Sunday Akande.



Folake’s transition is heaven’s gain but a great loss to her family, friends and well wishes. I have known her since 1989, as class mates, at the University of Ilorin and I found her to be a pleasant, ever smiling and God fearing person.
She is always calm despite whatever challenge that may come her way. No wonder, she overcame all of them. Though we are pained with her loss, our solace is that she is resting with the Lord Jesus Christ, Whom she served till the end. We pray for God’s strength and comfort to all of us in this time of need. Adieu Bimpe.
Dr Olayinka Ogunbode


Words fail me to express the pain and loss. Si be Oluwa dara. You fought and conquered. Rest on my dear sister, Bimpe
Tolulope Utele


Folake, your death came as a rude shock to me but as a rest for your soul.
Good night. Love and miss you.
Olamide.


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