Benin City— Roma Communications, publishers of The Roma News (theromanews.com), has announced a skeletal operation of its services following the death of Bishop Elijah Timeyin Odudu, a journalist and long-standing associate of the company’s management.
In a statement signed by the management of Roma Communications, the organisation described the passing of Odudu as “painful and devastating,” while announcing that the company would operate on a skeletal basis throughout the period of the deceased’s burial arrangements.
The late Bishop Odudu was described by the management as a journalist, confidant, trusted friend, loyal associate, humble personality and beloved brother in the Lord.
According to the statement, his death has left the management and members of the Roma Communications family deeply saddened.
The management said it takes solace in the belief that Odudu has gone to be with the Lord, expressing hope of a reunion at the resurrection.
«“We take solace in the fact that Odudu has gone to glory to meet with the Lord, as the Scriptures said, and we shall meet at the resurrection morning,” the statement said.»
The organisation also quoted the biblical passage, “Precious is the death of the righteous in the sight of the Lord,” adding that “we cannot question the Maker.”
While mourning the death of their long-time friend, colleague and beloved brother in the Lord, Roma Communications prayed for God’s abundant grace upon the immediate family, friends and associates of the deceased, as well as the strength to bear the loss.
“Till we meet again, adieu Odudu,” the management said.
The statement was signed by the Management of Roma Communications, publishers of The Roma News.
