Lady's Heartbreaking Encounter with Late Biker Kola Onifoto's Grieving Parents
A Nigerian lady, Chidera Nora, has shared her deeply emotional experience after visiting the parents of the late biker Kola Onifoto, who tragically lost his life in a motorcycle accident in Lagos. Onifoto, whose real name is Orowale Kolapo, was involved in a lone accident on Sunday, March 1, with conflicting reports about whether he died on the spot or later at a hospital.
Chidera's Emotional Account of the Condolence Visit
In a heartfelt Facebook post, Chidera described the shattered state of Onifoto's parents, marking her first time filling a condolence register. She expressed how witnessing their grief profoundly affected her, stating, "Seeing Kola’s parents cry broke me. His dad wailed like a child, his mum was inconsolable." Despite not understanding Yoruba fluently, she felt chills when his mother uttered "Kola daa," highlighting the raw pain of the loss.
Chidera also revealed distressing details about Onifoto's death, mentioning that she heard his legs were broken to be held together and that he was mishandled after the accident. She lamented, "Kola died in the most painful way, and the things I heard were done to him are so heartbreaking." However, she found solace in the visit, explaining that it provided her with closure and a sense of acceptance of the reality of his passing.
Tributes and Reactions to Onifoto's Death
Chidera paid tribute to Onifoto, emphasizing his positive impact and good deeds. She wrote, "Kola is gone, like gone forever. But his deeds still live. The people he came through for, the people he was for, the people he loved, the good things he did, they all speak for him." She expressed hope that God would grant him eternal rest for his contributions.
The story has sparked widespread reactions on social media, with many expressing sorrow and disbelief. Comments include:
- Ashabi Amusa: "Omo, this thing dey pain mehn. I can't believe I'd be scrolling my feed and egbon kola pictures will be used for RIP."
- Oluyemisi Olukoya: "Despite not knowing this guy, one thing is certain, he was loved by people."
- Precious Jane: "His legs broken how? I no understand. Kola o. Chai. Seeing this post don dey make me cry again."
Background on Kola Onifoto's Life and Plans
Onifoto was known for fulfilling his lifelong biking dream before his untimely death. Additionally, it was revealed that he had plans to relocate to New Zealand, as disclosed by a man based there. In a Facebook post, the man recounted how Onifoto reached out in February to discuss relocation attempts after unsuccessful tries in other countries, adding another layer of tragedy to his story.
This incident underscores the fragility of life and the profound grief experienced by families in the wake of sudden loss, resonating deeply within the Nigerian community and beyond.
