Celebrating His Life

Tributes

Nnenna Nelly Ayough

Your Wife

Tribute to My Love, My beloved sweetheart, my heart is heavy as I write this tribute. Your love for me was immeasurable, and I loved you so much that anywhere we go to, we go together as twins. I admired your love, kindness, your generosity, and sincerity. Your love for your children was so tender to the extent you did not allow them to suffer. I called you Daddy because you looked like my father; I was always seeing my father in you. My husband, dearly husband, you have left me physically, but I will remember what we shared together for this long 33 years which were full of memories. You left legacies for me to continue. You always pray for me to hold on to the love we confessed to each other. You were able to cherish people that came around you and left with them good words that about the art of life. Your strength always spurred me to keep on with things. I know that your eyes will constantly look at me till the day Christ will come. Daddy, you were a simple, humble, and respectful man. So, continue to rest in perfect peace my hubby. My dearly beloved husband, with heavy sense of loss writing this tribute, I find it difficult. He was a father, Daddy, husband, and great partner. I still find it difficult to feel that you are no more. It has pleased the Lord to take you to be Heaven on the 26th Oct. 2025. I have no question to ask you my Lord. I had a good time for the 33 years we stayed together. I will miss your kindness, your love, and your sincerity. Go on resting in the bosom of Abraham, your darling wife. The legacy you kept for me to finish on your own. You were loved by your children and me. Go on resting in the Lord sweetheart. Your wife Nirenna Ayough Nelly Ayough

Tarnonge Ayough

Son

Learning is a relatively permanent change in behaviour that is the result of experience. My dear father, mentor, and indeed juggernaut. It's been a blur since you left this earth. My heart aches in a way I really can't put into words. Daddy, please know from heaven though that you did a marvellous job. You trained children who are good to go. The lessons learnt are beginning to manifest. Thank you for everything you ever did for me, the value of loyalty to friends, the true meaning of intergrity, how to persevere, every sacrifice you made, every push you pushed me, the lessons taught, and I now see the why. Rest in GOD'S bossom, dear father. It's well.

Nguamo Ayough

Your Beloved Daughter

It feels impossible to stand here today without you by my side. You were my hero, my guiding light, and the person who always made me feel safe. The laughter, the lessons, and the unwavering support you gave me have shaped me into the person I am today, and I will carry your love with me always. I will forever cherish the memories we made your warm smile, your comforting presence, and the way you always knew how to make things right. Thank you for everything, Dad. You are deeply missed, and will forever be in my heart.

Angela Ayough

Daughter

Dear Daddy, They asked me to write a tribute for you, and I kept writing and rewriting. It’s hard to put memories of you of us into just a few words. It still feels like yesterday when I would run and scream in excitement that you were home. Sometimes, when I remember something you would have said or done, my heart breaks and I tear up. The word that comes to mind when I think of you is intentional. No matter how busy you were, you always made time for us to teach, guide, and encourage us to learn. You were so loving and caring. I remember how you stayed by my side when I was scared of the dark, fanning me to sleep after a long day, or how you worried whenever I was sick and made sure I took my medicine. You taught us values that still guide me today to always tell the truth, never borrow, and to have my own so no one would talk to me anyhow. You were my provider, my protector, and my best friend. I miss you so much, Daddy. It hurts, but I hold on to the hope that we’ll meet again at Jesus’ feet.

Ngunengen Ayough

Daughter

My sweetheart pa, though you are no longer with us physically, your love, guidance, and legacy lives on in my heart. I miss you more than words can express, but I take comfort knowing you are in a better place. Heaven is indeed a more beautiful place with you there. I miss your polished English, your jokes, and your bright smiles. I love you, Dad, and I will carry your memory with me always. Rest in peace. Prof loves you endlessly.

Demsugh Patience Ayough

Daughter-in-law

Marriage gave me another father who loved and cared for me.daddy, for the world you were my father in law but to me you were my dearest dad. I came into your family not knowing what I'd find.I was nervous and afraid,you gently eased my mind. You made me feel at home from the first day that we met You welcomed me with open arms and that I won't forget. Your wisdom and guidance has been a constant source of support and I am incredibly grateful for your kindness.In my moment of doubt and confusion,you stood by me and helped me find my way. Daddy is difficult to say goodbye. You will forever remain in my her. Rest well

Mwdese Praise Ayough

Your Grand-Daughter

A TRIBUTE TO MY LOVING GRANDPA. Grandpa, where do I even begin? You're the safe haven where I can always be myself, the one who is always there for me no matter what. Your guidance, love, and support mean the world to me. I feel so grateful to have had you by my side for almost half of my life. Your unwavering optimism, kind heart, and generous spirit have taught me valuable lessons that I'll carry with me forever. I admire everything about you. Your ability to provide for our family, to be a rock for grandma, and to be such an amazing role model for me is something to be cherished and celebrated. But beyond all of these incredible qualities, it's the little things that I cherish most: our fun conversations, your wise advice, and our quiet reading time together when it's just us. Grandpa, Grandpa, I love you more than words can express. Thank you for being my hero, my mentor, and my best friend. I aspire to make you proud and to be half the person you are. Grandpa, you will forever be missed and cherished in our hearts. Thank you for everything. I miss you deeply and always will. I love you forever and always. Good night Grandpa.

Major Gen Abdullahi (Rtd)

Friend

The sudden and shocking demise of Late Col SA Ayough Rtd further devastated me when it came as I was in a 9 year remembrance mourning of the passing of my Late father who died the same 26th of October. Coincidentally, since 2007, my father and Late Oga Ayough had a rapport up to when the former passed on. The demise of Late Oga Ayough was colossal not only to his immediate family but to me, the NAEC family and indeed the NA. While we remember him as a determined, courageous hardworking, jovial and amiable senior officer, his humility and display of maturity were exceptional. He was indeed an exemplary member and ambassador of NAEC. I sincerely wish to extend my condolences to all members of his immediate family, the NAEC family and the NA praying to God to give all of us the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss, ameen.

Barr.Shola Ojo

Friend

Tribute to late Colonel Samuel Ayangeer Ayough. My late friend and I met in 1967 at Offa Grammar School,Offa and became bonded through sporting activities and social interactions.We also spent our holidays in Kano where my parents and his late brother lived at that time.We were both sprinters in college and played for the school football first team.Our relationship was sustained up to the time of his death.I never witnessed any occasion when he lost his temper throughout our college days.He blended well with other students of our great college who were predominantly of yoruba extraction.We all called him Sam Ayo as we really did not know the names Ayangeer Ayough until much later, several years after we left college.We never lost touch throughout his life time.I visited him when he was in Nigerian Defence Academy and while he was in active service in Lagos and Ilorin.I also visited him in his family house in the village about ten years ago.Sam was a jolly fellow who knew no age, religious or tribal bias.He was a detribalised Nigerian,a rare breed and a quintessential fellow who loved his family members very dearly.He had passion for education and it was not a surprise when he called early in the year to inform me that he went back to the teaching profession. Sam Ayo was a good fellow whose life style lefty a huge impact on humanity within and outside his environment.To madam and the children of my late friend,I share of your grief in this critical time and pray that God Almighty in His infinite mercy grant you the grace to absolve the shock occasioned by the demise of a loving husband and father.Adieu Sam,the boy is good, as we your college friend called you in our college days and up till the time of your exit from this sinful world.May your gentle soul rest in peace Sam.Hon.