Late Charles Alaba Joseph was my Brother, Nephew, Uncle, Cousin, Husband, Father, Friend, Colleague, Mentor, and Business Associate.
We remember Charles today 15th September, 2007 not just as the son of late Pa Evaristus Joseph and Late Chief Mrs Folushade Joseph, but as the man who lived for others. Why you might ask? I had the pleasure of interacting with people that I had no idea knew him. They spoke glowingly about him when he passed on and still do so today. He was a man that was filled with human kindness, indeed too kind to a fault. Do we miss him? Oh yes we do sorely miss him.
Like everyman of his age and generation he wanted the best for his family and friends. He had this innate passion for the Sector that was after his heart- Telecommunication. He set out to carve a niche for himself and make a difference. He was the Prseident/Ceo of MOBITEL LTD, President of ATCON (Association of Telecommunication Companies of Nigeria), and a Trustee of ALTON (Association of Licensed Telecommunication Operators of Nigeria).
He made a huge difference during his tenor, and we are thankful to God that the sector witnessed a lot of growth and improvement.
Even as we remember the ever smiling and hard working Charles, we also remember the shabbiness, failure and the ineptitude of the Former IGP (Inspector General of Police)(men in black), Mr Sunday Ehindero. Not only did he help in bungling a clear case of murder, he helped with the cover-up and closed the case file, claiming that our Charles died of Misadventure (fell and died). Well Mr Sunday Ehindero and the members of the Couldron-Table, remember that it is appointed unto man to die but once, after which Judgment…….death is a price that every man must face, when and where is what nobody knows. That which is hidden to man is not hidden to God. We leave you to continue to live with the knowledge of what went down.
As for me and my family, it is well. Today (and everyday) is a day of thanksgiving for us. We will continually lift up our voice to sing High praises to the most High God, for he alone is sure and worthy.
There will be a memorial Service at Holy Cross Cathedral(12.30pm) on the 14th Sept, 2007, whilst a Thanksgiving Service will be held in Canada on 15th Sept, 2007. We are indeed grateful to all family members, friends and associates for standing by us always. God bless you all.
MRS MODUPE JOSEPH
CANADA
CHARLES ALABA JOSEPH(The Greatest Dad)
He was the greatest dad of all. He loved his family very much and makes time no matter how tight his schedule is to attend most reasoning sessions, be it with the teachers or the children.
It was hard for him to say no to me. It is very hard to say goodbye and I miss him every day of my life. I remember him in everything I do. All his life, he worked to give his children an education and I believe that is what all his hard work was for.
The last time I spoke to him, I had called to ask for advice and guidance for the choice of courses for my IB. He told me something that will stick with me forever. He told me to do what was easiest because the easy road in life is the safest(believe it or not), don’t be afraid to learn, knowledge is weightless, a treasure you can always carry- easily, and that what matters was me coming out at the top at the end of the day. Need I say more about my father’s wisdom?
We thank God for his faithfulness, his banner over us is love.
CHARLES ALABA JOSEPH (MY FATHER AND CONFIDANT)
Oyinkansola Joseph
My father was an astute businessman. He was a family man, who inspite of being busy due to his passion for Telecom still had time for my mum and us.
Though I spar with him often, he was my buddy. He was a kind and loving father. He made sure that we had the best of everything. He reached out to other people who were remotely related to us. I remember how he helped a woman and her kids when her purse that had her passport and other important documents was snatched from her. He met her at the Embassy weeping and nobody ready to help. He was waiting to see a Senior Embassy official. He had to intervene to get them to attend to her, and made sure that she got the help that she badly needed. I had the pleasure of meeting the woman and her husband when they came to our home in July 2005 to say thank you.
My Father valued friendship and forgives easily. His death is a painful loss to us. Humanity is indeed lost. Even as we remember my dad today, I pray and hope that I will be able to one day return to Nigeria and not give up on her.
CHARLES ALABA JOSEPH(AKA The Greatest Father and Friend Ever)
OLUMIDE O. JOSEPH
First and foremost he was a father, and no matter what anyone says he loved nothing more than his children. He always did everything in his power to make sure they are happy, comfortable and have decent education. Further more he was always helping people even when he wasn't getting along with them . When they needed help, he always did what was within his ability for them. Even if something seemed impossible, he always find a way to make it possible.
Secondly, he was a very kind and compassionate man, he might have seemed tough and strict on the outside but really he was the kindest man ever.
Another thing no one can argue is that no one i know was wiser than him in giving advice and directions. He propels your thoughts towards developing a positive attitude towards life and people. He gives talks/lectures that have substance. He was such a good public speaker. You might probably say that's why he was elected President of ATCON and returned to the same post several times over. He was able to build up the fortunes of Mobitel ltd to the point that the company was coveted by so many new Networks and Investors.
The reason why people would choose to take him away from us completely mystifies me. The only explanation i can offer is that the world is full of uncontented and greedy people, who we can do nothing but pray to God to purify their heart. I pray that God will help my family and friends get over the pain of his loss. May he give us the strength to forgive.
Please do remember us in prayers always!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
MRS Modupe Joseph resides in Canada
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