11, April 2026
A poignant atmosphere of grief and solidarity enveloped Sapele as friends, family, and dignitaries gathered to bid farewell to the late Joko Williams Omatsuli, beloved brother of Engr. Tuoyo Omatsuli, a distinguished Nigerian civil engineer and former Executive Director of Projects at the Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC).
Senator Joel-Onowakpo Thomas, a close friend of the Omatsuli family, was among the esteemed mourners who paid their last respects to the deceased.
He offered heartfelt condolences to Engr. Tuoyo Omatsuli and the family, acknowledging the profound loss they had suffered.
Senator Thomas’s presence was a testament to the strong bond of friendship and solidarity that existed between him and Engr. Omatsuli.
The funeral service, attended by prominent personalities including Delta State Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Chief Solomon Arenyeka.
The ceremony was marked by eulogies, prayers, and songs of praise, as friends and well-wishers came together to celebrate his legacy.
The Omatsuli family, friends, and the entire community take solace in the hope that the soul of the departed rests in perfect peace.
May his memory be a source of inspiration to those who knew him, and may his passing strengthen the bonds of love and unity among those who remain.
The burial ceremony was a reflection of the impact of the late Joko Williams Omatsuli on his family, friends, and community.
His life was a testament to the power of kindness, compassion, and generosity, and his memory will continue to inspire generations to come.
