Ozioma Okposo, the wife of the late Nigerian gospel singer Sammie Okposo, marked what would have been his 55th birthday on Sunday, May 31, 2026, with a deeply emotional tribute. She took to her official Instagram page to share a series of adorable pictures of herself and the late singer, expressing how much she misses him every single day.
Heartfelt Message to Her Late Husband
In her tribute, Ozioma wrote: 'Happy Birthday in Heaven, my love. You are missed every single day. There are so many things that remind me of you, I carry your love and memory in my heart always. Today, I honor your life, Forever loved. Forever missed and never forgotten.' The couple tied the knot in July 2010 and remained together until Sammie Okposo's passing on November 25, 2022.
Public Apology Before His Death
Months before his demise, Sammie Okposo had publicly apologized to his wife for infidelity. In 2022, he took to Instagram to confess that he had been involved with a lady he met in the USA in late 2021 during a trip. He acknowledged that his behavior was unacceptable for a married man and gospel minister. The late singer was renowned for hit songs such as 'Welu Welu' and 'Hossanah.'
Reactions from Fans and Celebrities
The tribute sparked an outpouring of reactions from fans and fellow celebrities. Comments included: 'Rest on my brother!' from therealsinach; 'Bros eee Forever missed, Forever Loved.. Sending you lots of love Aunty @ozyokposo' from nikkilaoye; and 'Happy Posthumous Birthday, Brother.. The Man of PRAISE.. Keep Lifting Holy Hands with the 24-Elders before the Lord Beloved Min. Sammie Okposo' from franklinogpraize. Others like avii_24 expressed how his music continues to live on through streaming platforms.
Emotional Farewell Service
Earlier, at Sammie Okposo's farewell service, Ozioma broke down in tears when a video clip of her husband thanking her for her love and loyalty was played. The service was a mix of sober reflection and celebration of his life.
