He was a builder of men, Ogedegbe reveals Late Engr. Wood's impact

Former Councillor in Warri South Legislative Arm and aspirant to the Warri South Constituency II seat in Delta State House of Assembly, Hon. Romeo Ogedegbe, has described Late Engr. Victor Oritsetimeyin Kofi Wood as a builder of men and supporter of progress.

Hon. Ogedegbe, who revealed how the late Engr.. Wood, impacted positively on his political life, said beyond passion for the advancemt of Warri Kingdom and empowerment of serious - minded young people, Engr. Wood was deeply admirable.

Ogedegbe, stated: "According to the hymn writer, “Soon we shall be gone from this earth and its toiling, only to be remembered by what we have done.”

"Today, those words ring with painful truth as I reflect on the life and passing of a man whose impact on my political journey and personal growth can never be forgotten, Engr. Victor Oritsetimeyin Kofi Woods.

"Krumukrumu, I can confidently say that my full participation as a Candidate in the 2019 Delta State House of Assembly Election became possible largely because of your belief in me and your willingness to stand by me.

"After our very first meaningful conversation at your Shell Ogunu residence, once I was asked to reach out to you, you did not hesitate, the moment you became convinced by what you saw and heard in me, you committed yourself wholeheartedly to the journey.

"You deployed your connections, your time, your team, your experience, your influence, and your resources in support of a young man you believed deserved a chance.

More than that, you did not just support the process, you Bank-Rolled and Midwife the 2019 Political journey with uncommon sacrifice and sincerity.

That singular act of faith, support, and brotherhood remains one of the Defining Pillars of my Public and Political Story.

"Beyond me, your passion for the advancement of Warri Kingdom, the Progress of the Itsèkiri Nation, and the Empowerment of Serious-Minded Young People was visible, consistent, and deeply admirable.

"You were not merely a man of means, 

"You were a builder of men, a believer in capacity, a supporter of progress, and a man who understood that one of life’s greatest callings is to help others rise.

"From that first meeting until your final days, your doors remained open to me. That kind of loyalty, accessibility, and generosity is rare.

The investment you made in my life will never be forgotten. I remain committed to Paying Forward the good you sowed into me, and I pray that through every worthy step I take, your legacy will continue to speak.

"As long as my story is told, your name will remain a part of it.

"And long after now, generations to come will hear of a man who believed, supported, and helped shape destinies.

"Rest Well, my Big Brother, Mentor, Friend, Lover of Growth, Supporter of Progress, and a truly kind and Blessed man.

Engr. Oritsetimeyin Kofi Victor Woods."

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