Obaseki, security experts, others mourn Ekhomu

Edo State Governor, Mr. Godwin Obaseki, yesterday joined security experts to pay glowing tributes to the late Chairman of Transworld Security Systems, Dr. Ona Ekhomu, who died on Monday in Lagos during a brief illness.

The governor, in a statement, said Ekhomu’s passing was painful and saddening, noting that he was an illustrious son of the state, who distinguished himself in his chosen endeavour.

“I am saddened by the news of the death of Dr. Ona Ekhomu, a respected and resourceful Edo son, who made the state proud by his exploits in his chosen profession.

“He was cerebral, articulate, and composed, bringing his knowledge and expertise to bear in proffering solutions to Nigeria’s security challenges.

“His incisive and wise counsel will be sorely missed, even as we pray that God will grant his family, friends, and associates the fortitude to bear this painful loss,” he said.

Also, a former DSS boss, Dennis Amachree, said: “Dr. Ona Ekhomu introduced me to industrial security. A thoroughbred security professional and a gentleman’s gentleman.”
 
Another Deputy Inspector General of Police (Rtd), Taiwo Lakanu, said: “He was a committed expert who was dedicated and committed to the reduction of violent crimes in the country.  He was also a prolific writer, who espoused his intellectual capacity to provide answers to criminal issues bedevilling the nation.”
 
For a security consultant, Dipo Kehinde,  Ekhomu was a leading private security practitioner in Africa.
“He was the most accomplished, committed, consistent and cerebral of them all. He was also a good family man, blessed with a beautiful wife and children,” he added.

He would be missed in Nigeria’s private security space. He has helped in shaping the future of industrial security, man guarding and VIP protection.