There are some people who walk through this world and leave it brighter, softer, and more loving simply for having been here. Oscar Ibru was one of those rare and precious souls. To try and capture his essence in words feels impossible, for his greatest impact was felt not in what he did, but in who he was.
He was a man of profound goodness, with a heart that was both fantastic and kind. He carried a light within him—a light of integrity, loyalty, and genuine care. To know him as a brother was to know unwavering support; to know him as a friend was to have a loyal companion for life. He was the definition of a true friend, the one you could call at will, he will answer you; the one whose presence alone could calm a storm.
Oscar Ibru was kind in a way that was not performative but innate. It was woven into his very being. He had a wry sense of humor that could lift your spirits, paired with a deep empathy that made you feel seen and understood. He was, by every measure, a gentleman—great by birth not merely in lineage, but in character, in action, and in the love he gave so freely.
We find a small measure of comfort in the unwavering belief that he was loved by God. His sudden passing is not a mark of absence from that love, but a calling home. While our hearts are shattered and the world feels dimmer without his physical presence, we trust that his beautiful soul has returned to a place of eternal peace.
The pain of this loss is deep because the love he gave was deep. He was a gift to all who knew him, and the memories of his laughter, his kindness, and his fantastic heart will be a legacy that lives on in each of us.
We will carry him with us in every act of kindness we show, in every loyal hand we extend to a friend, and in every moment we choose to lead with love, just as he did.
My only regret: Your father, the late Olorogun Michael Ibru—may his soul rest in peace—first introduced me to you for a specific purpose. It is a matter of regret that this purpose did not materialize. I recall vividly our last discussion, where you kindly reminded me of it and expressed your readiness. However, as we must accept, God had other plans and took over the outcome.
Rest in peace, dear Oscar Ibru. You were loved beyond words, and you will be missed beyond measure.
Wale Ajisebutu, Lagos
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