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  • Enugu Govt., families to give Mr Ibu, Jnr Pope befitting burial

    Enugu Govt., families to give Mr Ibu, Jnr Pope befitting burial

    The Enugu State Government, says it is working with the families of the late Nollywood actors, John Okafor, a.k.a Mr Ibu, and Obumneme Odonwodo, a.k.a Junior Pope, to give them a befitting burial.

    The Enugu State Commissioner for Information and Communication, Mr Aka Eze Aka, disclosed this in an interview with NAN on Friday in Enugu.

    Aka who said the death of the duo were a terrible blow to the government of Enugu State and Nigeria, said the state government was interested in giving them a befitting burial.

    On Junior Pope, the commissioner who said that no date had been fixed for the burial, stressed that the government were in contact with the family and were working together to see how they want their son to be buried.

    “Being a part of his burial committee on individual capacity, I will relate to the government what the family want,” Aka said.

    He added that the state government would be represented during Mr Ibu’s burial, scheduled to hold on June 28.

    Aka also explained that the state government did not respond on time when the news about Jnr Pope death broke out due to some circumstances surrounding his death, adding that many people did not know that he came from Enugu State.

    “A lot of people expected the state to jump the gun to begin to say one or two things about his death but it is only in Nigeria that people rush to break the news about somebody’s death without immediately knowing the sensibilities and feelings of the family.

    “This young man died on Wednesday and Enugu State Government got the news and was waiting for a confirmation as there were some stories that he was not dead, he is still alive, he has left mortuary and was to be buried beside the river.

    “Some of these stories did not go down well with us as we try to know what was happening. So on Thursday when Actors Guild issued a statement confirming the death, we still wanted to get across to the family.

    “When we did, we did not get the contact of the family as many of us did not know he came from Enugu,” he explained.

    He further explained after that the government began to engage the family in discussion, adding that, “for now, Enugu State government is interested in giving him a befitting burial.

    “We opened a state register because his death was a national calamity and a tragic event that shocked the whole nation.

    “We felt that there are so many fans who would like to express themselves by saying one or two things about him and we opened a condolence register to allow them do that.

    “The government does not celebrate death but when it happened, we do the needful,” he said.

    He also reiterated Gov. Peter Mbah’s commitment in building up entertainment industry in the state, especially as most of the talents were moving out of the state by building an entertainment villages.

    “This is why many people didn’t know that Jnr Pope was from Enugu State,” he stressed.

    Pope who hailed from Ukehe in Igbo-Etiti Council Area of Enugu State, alongside three of his colleagues, lost their lives in the tragic boat accident on River Niger while returning from a movie location on April 10.

    Mr Ibu, who hailed from Amuri in Nkanu West Council Areas of Enugu State, died on March 2 after battling with stroke, diabetics and kidney failure.

  • Family announces burial arrangements for Dr Frank Okpokoro

    Family announces burial arrangements for Dr Frank Okpokoro

    The family of Dr Frank Okpokoro has announced the burial rites of their son fixed for May 3, 2024.

    This was contained in a burial notice signed by Phillip Okpokoro.

    See notice below:

    The families of John Otuateme Okpokoro and Emaino both from Ozoro, Isoko-North LGA Delta state,wishes to announce the transition to glory of their beloved Son, Brother and Father Dr Frank Napoleon Asehaigho Okpokoro.

    Burial arrangement:

    Friday the 3rd of May 2024 Corpse leaves the Morgue to family compound at No.50, Ototie street, Etevie, Ozoro, Delta State at 10:00am.

    Church Service 1pm in the Family’s compound
    Interment follows immediately.

  • Olubadan of Ibadan to be buried today – Family

    Olubadan of Ibadan to be buried today – Family

    The late Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Lekan Balogun who died late Thursday, will be buried on Friday evening in Ibadan, a family  member has announced.

    The late Oba who died barely 72 hours after completing two years on the throne as the 42nd Olubadan of Ibadanland will be buried at his Aliiwo ancestral home by 4 p.m. according to Islamic rites.

    His younger brother, Dr Kola Balogun, disclosed in a statement by the late Olubadan’s media aide, Oladele Ogunsola, that “Olubadan bowed out gracefully this evening at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan after a brief illness.”

    He added that the late Ibadan traditional ruler was taken to the hospital after having stayed indoors throughout Tuesday on account of a slight malaria fever.

    “Baba was hale and hearty on Monday, when he personally received the few guests who paid him congratulatory visits on his second year anniversary on that day,” Dr Kola Balogun said.

    The late Olubadan was a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree holder, and a former university lecturer.

    He was also a former management staff member of Shell British Petroleum, a former gubernatorial candidate of the defunct Nigeria People’s Party (NPP), former Senator and a successful businessman.

    His last official outing was the Olubadan Advisory Council’s meeting which he presided over on Saturday.

    The late Olubadan is survived by wives, children and grandchildren.

  • Tinubu, governors pay last respect to Akeredolu in Owo

    Tinubu, governors pay last respect to Akeredolu in Owo

    President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Friday led governors, members of the National Assembly and other dignitaries to the final burial ceremony of former Governor of Ondo State, Rotimi Akeredolu, in Owo.

    The Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Sen. George Akume; and governors of Ekiti, Osun, Enugu, Bayelsa, Kwara, Benue, Lagos, Anambra, Ogun, Oyo and Delta states were all present.

    The Chairman of the All Progressives Congress, Abdullahi Ganduje, chieftains of the party and other dignitaries were also present at the burial ceremony filled with grief held at St. Andrew’s Cathedral, Imola, Owo,

    In his sermon titled “The Brevity of Life”, the Bishop of Ikwerre and Archbishop of Niger Delta Province, Anglican Communion, Rev. Blessing Enyindah, said “life is short, meaningless and vanity without God.”

    Enyindah emphasised the transient nature of life and the importance of making a meaningful impact while on earth.

    He said man’s life is like a shadow that vanished like a vapour and urged all politicians present to see to the hardship that Nigerians were facing.

    The Bishop, Quoting from Psalm 39 vs 4-5, urged attendees to reflect on their legacy and the significance of their actions.

    Enyindah highlighted the impactful contributions of Akeredolu to Ondo State and his dedicated service to the Anglican Church.

    He called for protection of Akeredolu’s legacy and for the government to continue with the projects he initiated but could not be completed.

    Speaking at the event, President Bola Tinubu, represented Vice-President Kashim Shettima, said Nigeria has lost a man who left “indomitable legacy of national service.”

    Tinubu said it was not a day to mourn but remembrance and celebration of life to God and humanity of Akeredolu , who served humanity to the best of his ability.

    ”Seasons come and seasons go, today is a day of remembrance, a day of celebration of life, to God and humanity, today is a day to pay our respect,” he said.
    He said Akeredolu left indelible blueprint in the sands of history and would forever be remembered by all.

    Also speaking at the church service, Gov. Lucky Aiyedatiwa appreciated all dignitaries present to pay the last respect to his late principal.

    Aiyedatiwa described his former principal as a great man that would be remembered for his voice on national issues like rule of law and good governance.

    “On behalf of the people of Ondo State; on behalf of the family, I say thanks for coming. You are all here to pay the last respect to our departed leader; some of you are his colleagues; some are from his childhood friends,” he said.

    After the church service, Akeredolu was buried at a private programme, strictly for family members.

  • Sylvester Oromoni: Father vows to get justice as Late 12-year-old son is laid to rest

    Sylvester Oromoni: Father vows to get justice as Late 12-year-old son is laid to rest

    In a sad ceremony held at the family compound in Ogbe-Ijoh, Warri, Mr. Sylvester Oromoni Snr, father of the late Sylvester Oromoni Jnr, has vowed to continue the fight for justice, particularly on behalf of students facing maltreatment in Nigerian educational institutions.

    Two years ago, the 12-year-old Dowen College pupil, Sylvester Oromoni Jnr, met a tragic end, allegedly tortured by senior students.

    Addressing journalists, Mr. Oromoni expressed the family’s determination to ensure justice not only for their son but for all students who have faced assaults within school premises.

    This decision to bury their son came after confirming that the Lagos State inquiry into the incident was progressing as expected.

    Speaking at the event, renowned lawyer Chief Femi Falana (SAN) commended the Oromoni family’s tenacity in seeking justice and urged parents and school managements to prioritize the welfare and safety of students. Despite acknowledging the time justice might take, he assured that it would be delivered.
    Falana, who is also the family lawyer, noted that the young boy would be remembered for touching the lives of the family, the school, and his colleagues.

    We are here to celebrate a great Nigerian whose life was cut short. His short life was so eventful according to his biography that was just read to us now.”

    “The short life of Solomon cannot be compared with that of Methuselah,” Falana said. “Sylvester touched the lives of his teachers, friends, fellow students, and we should be reminded and ask ourselves what would you be remembered for after this life.”

    We must try as much as possible to rededicate our lives to God almighty. I must thank the parents of Sylvester Oromoni Jnr for standing and demanding justice for their son.”

    During the burial ceremony, Ven. Revd Goodluck Bayagbon of God’s Grace Ministry, Warri, delivered a message encouraging Christians to lead exemplary lives. He celebrated Sylvester Oromoni Jnr as a devout believer who left a positive impact on those around him.

  • Ex-Sports Minister Dalung’s mum & dad died same period buried in one graveyard

    Ex-Sports Minister Dalung’s mum & dad died same period buried in one graveyard

    Ex-Minister for Youth & Sports Development, Barr. Solomon Dalung buried the remains of his deceased parents together in one graveyard in Langtang South Local Government Area of Plateau State on Saturday.

    The journey to their final home was at Air Force Base Hospital at about 6 am where the two deceased lovers kick start in companies of mourners to commit to them to the Mother Earth at Sabongida village on Saturday, Dec. 23.

    Former sports minister Dalung’s mother, and father were buried in his village amid celebration by Tarok-speaking natives while the church prize prayed for the final departure of the two deceased parents.

    “You would recall that the mother of Solomon Dalung, former Minister of Youth and Sports died on 30th November, and followed by his father, who died on 18 December, were all laid to rest together on Saturday in his Sabongida village, Langtang South LGA, Plateau State”.

    The former minister’s aged parents died barely 18 days in between and this created a vacuum position to be filled.

    “Dalung’s late mother Mrs. Nalkat Yah Chiram, died at the age of 90 after a brief illness, while his father Mr. William Fabong Dalung, died at the age of 105 after a protracted illness.

    The funeral service for Dalung’s deceased parents took place at Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN) RCC Sabongida, Langtang South, attracted a large crowd”.

    Dignitaries who graced the funeral to sympathize with the Dalungs included the 2023 presidential candidate of his party, SDP, Prince Adewole Adebayo.

    Others were senators Napoleon Bali and Peter Mba; FCT Permanent Secretary; Lt. Col. Mutum and Hon. Mutum Rims, among others.

  • UPDATE: Remains of Ohinoyi of Ebiraland for burial at 2:00pm

    UPDATE: Remains of Ohinoyi of Ebiraland for burial at 2:00pm

    The remains of Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, Dr Abdulrahman Ado-Ibrahim, who died at 95 early Sunday morning, will be buried by 2:00 p.m. of Sunday.

    The Secretary of Ebiraland Traditional Council, Alhaji Yunusa Sule, told NAN in Lokoja that arrangements were being made to give him a befitting burial in Okene.

    “The burial ceremony is being scheduled for 2:00 p.m. today in Okene. We are waiting for the arrival of the corpse from Abuja, where he died, ” the secretary said.

    Sule said that the paramount ruler died at around 2:00. a.m. on Sunday in an undisclosed Abuja Hospital after a protracted illness.

    The scribe said his death was “very sad and a big blow” to Ebiraland.

    “We lost our daddy and leader this early morning of Sunday in an Abuja Hospital where he had been treated for age related ailment for three weeks now.

    “We are in shock and pain over his death. He was indeed a good father and leader to not just Ebiraland but Kogi and Nigeria as a whole.

    “His death has left a vacuum in the entire Ebiraland,” he said.

    NAN reports that Abdulrahman Ado-Ibrahim was born on Feb. 7, 1929 and was the fourth traditional ruler and Ohinoyi of Ebiraland with headquarters in Okene, Kogi State.

    He was a son of the second Attah (now “Ohinoyi”) of Ebiraland, Ibrahim Onoruoiza of the Omadivi Clan, who reigned from 1917–1954.

    Ado-Ibrahim was enthroned as the Ohinoyi of Ebiraland in 1997 and reigned until Sunday, when he died.

    Nevertheless, before ascending to the throne, Ado-Ibrahim was a successful businesman who lived most parts of his life in Lagos.

    Dr Ado Ibrahim was born to His Royal Highness, Alhaji Ibrahim Onoruoiza Attah and Hajiya Hauwawu Ozianuva.

    Young Ado Ibrahim completed his Nursery and Quranic education at the age of 11 years.

    He was enrolled at the Okene Native Administration School from 1934 to 1940 for his elementary education. Upon completion of his elementary education, he was admitted to Okene Middle School in 1941.

    After spending two years, he moved to the famous Ondo Boys High School for his secondary education from 1943 to 1946. From 1947 to 1949, he moved to Oduduwa College, Ile-Ife, Osun where he completed his secondary education.

    He was employed by the United African Company (UAC) in 1950 as a special entrant for accelerated management. Having successfully gone through the Accounting and Sales Department in 1952, he was promoted to the post of Manager at the Kingsway Stores, Kaduna.

    In January 1953, he quit Kingsway Stores and moved to Jos as Personnel Manager of Amalgamated Tin Mines of Nigeria Limited in charge of maintaining operation areas of Bukuru and Barkin Ladi.

    In that same year, he attended the first Mining School in Jos and qualified as a Mining Prospector and Area Manager.

    Later in the year, the company sent him on a further technical training course, organised by the Anglo-American Mining Corporation, in Johannesburg, South Africa.

    Upon his return, he was immediately promoted to Area manager and assigned the responsibility to excavate the Lead/Zinc Ore deposits at Izom in the Abuja district, and to lead a team prospecting for gold and base materials in the location.

    Meanwhile, he had enrolled in 1952 as an external candidate for a degree at the London School of Economics, by utilising the extramural study facilities organised by the British Council in Jos.

    He combined his mining and prospecting duties successfully with the undergraduate study programme and earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Statistics from the London School of Economics in 1954.

    In 1955, he won a Ford Foundation Sponsorship to undertake a six-month course in Marketing and Business Strategy at the Business School of Harvard University.

    On the strength of his performance, he was readmitted into the Master’s Programme of the school as a full-time student. He thus earned the celebrated Harvard MBA in 1959.

    Having fortified himself with practical industrial experience and sound academic training, he settled into marriage with Miss Abimbola Solomon on Nov. 1, 1959.

  • Celebrated Akwa Ibom pastor officiates burial ceremony, dies 24hrs after

    Celebrated Akwa Ibom pastor officiates burial ceremony, dies 24hrs after

    A popular pastor of The Evening Church, Uyo, in Akwa Ibom state, Pastor Runcie Mike, is dead.

    The church leadership disclosed in a statement that Pastor Mike died after a brief illness on Saturday, July 1.

    Members and friends have reacted to the sudden death of the man of God who officiated the burial service on Friday in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state .

    It was a dark Saturday for the Christian community in Nigeria as Pastor Runcie Mike, the Lead Pastor of The Evening Church in Uyo, Akwa Ibom state, passed on after a brief illness. According to the church’s leadership, Pastor Mike passed on Saturday, July 1, a day after he officiated a burial service on Friday.

    Members and friends of the late Pastor Mike have taken to social media to share their griefs, and pains as the tears continue to flow.

    One Debbie Iteh, who posted a video of Pastor Mike at a burial service on Friday, said: “I’ve never seen an officiating Minister weeping this hard before during a funeral service of one of his church members whom he buried on Friday.

    “When I saw this video yesterday, I felt this man had something running through his mind at the moment that could make him so emotional, today the sudden news of his death hit social media. Same person officiated a burial yesterday? died today?

    “People are really going through a lot but can’t open up to even the closet people around them. God please show Mercy. Rest On Pastor Runcie Mike God bless your soul.” A church member, Eunice Obed Ufford said: “I’ve been up since 2 am looking out from the window, staring into the heavens completely lost in thoughts. Gospel Edoho, on his part, said: “So Sad and hard to bear. So much tears in my eye right now. Pastor Runcie Mike agreed to be in our church next month without a cost. He told me “Gospel I want you to succeed” He told me Gospel whatever you need from me let me know. The Publicity was just about to kick off. O death, where is thy sting? O grave, where is thy victory? 1 Cor. 15:55.

    I console with The Evening Church and pray for God’s grace and ability to bear this transition to Glory. Pastor Runcie is gone.”

  • Raymond Dokpesi’s family releases burial plan

    Raymond Dokpesi’s family releases burial plan

    The family of late Raymond Dokpesi has announced that the Founder of DAAR Communications, would be buried on 22nd June, 2023 at his residence in Agenebode, Edo State.

    Dokpesi, the owner of AIT and Ray Power FM radio, died on May 29, 2023.

    According to the burial arrangements released by the Dokpesi family of Agenebode, the funeral activities will commence on 19th June, 2023 with a day of tributes, to take place at the prestigious International Conference Centre in Abuja at 4:00 pm.

    In the statement, dignitaries, friends, and well-wishers are invited to pay their respects and honour the memory of the late DAAR Communication founder, Raymond Dokpesi.

    On the following day, the 20th June, a requiem mass will be held at the Church of the Assumption in Abuja at 12 noon.

    The religious service will be a solemn occasion to celebrate the life and legacy of the esteemed media mogul.

    After the requiem mass, a reception will be held at the DAAR Villa, located at 1 Ladi Lawal Drive, Asokoro, Abuja, providing an opportunity for attendees to offer condolences and support to the Dokpesi family.

    The funeral procession will then proceed to Agenebode, the ancestral home of the Dokpesi family, on the 21st of June. At 5: 00 pm, a Liturgy of Songs will be conducted at Ezomo’s Residence in Agenebode, allowing the local community to pay their final respects to the late Chief Dokpesi.

    The main funeral events will take place on the 22nd of June. A funeral mass and interment will be held at Ezomo’s Residence in Agenebode, starting at 11:00 am. Family members, friends, and dignitaries will gather to bid farewell to the visionary founder of Daar Communication.

    Entertainment for guests will hold after the interment at the Ezomo’s residence in Agenebode and St. Peter’s Secondary School, at 2:00 pm.

    And on 24th June, a thanksgiving mass will be held at the Sacred Heart Catholic Church in Agenebode at 9:00 am.

    The church service will be an occasion for gratitude, as the community offers prayers and thanks for the impactful life of the late Daar Communication founder.

     

  • Delay in Waya’s burial embarrassing to NASS-CRS lawmakers

    Delay in Waya’s burial embarrassing to NASS-CRS lawmakers

    Wevole Ezin

    The Federal Government has been called upon to speedily take over the burial obsequies of former Senate President, Senator Joseph Wayas, inorder to a avoid further embarrassment it delay had caused the National Assembly.

    This followed a motion of urgent public interest jointly sponsored by the Senators representing the three senatorial districts of Cross River State in the National Assembly including Gershom Bassey; South, Sandy Onor; Central, and Jarigbe Agom; North, respectively.

    Senator Joseph Wayas, Senate President in the second republic, reportedly died in November, 2021.

    According to the lawmakers, it is worrisome that sixteen months after his demise, the former President of the senate was yet to be buried.

    The trio recalled in nostagia how the late Wayas brought about high degree of legislative knowledge and panache to lawmaking in the second republic, urging the government not to hesitate towards giving him a befitting burial.

    A press statement jointly issued shortly after sponsoring the motion read in part: “Worried that the remains of the late Senate President, Senator Joseph Wayas is yet to be buried 16 months after death.

    ” Concerned that this delay is an embarrassment to the National Assembly that he headed between 1979-1983, and the Federal republic of Nigeria.

    “Accordingly, call on the Federal Government to as a matter of urgency take up the burial plans of Senator Joseph Wayas, and see to his burial before the end of April, 2023.

    ” The senate agreed that a national monument be named Senator Joseph Wayas.”

    Meanwhile, a socio-cultural group based in Cross River State, Basang Nation, has hailed the lawmakers for their eventual intervention over the delay in the burial of Senator Wayas.

    The group, in a statement issued to newsmen by it’s President, Hon. Anyawho Sylvanos, yesterday in Calabar, said the delay in the interment of the former Senate President had brought embarrassment not only to the lawmakers, but also to his kinsmen and community in general.

    “The president of Basang Nation and leader of the 8th Executive Council of Basang Development Association (BDA), a socio cultural organization with it’s headquarters in Basang, a political Ward in Obanliku local Government Area of CRS.Hon Anyawho Sylvanus Commend
    Distinguished Senator Gershom Bassey, senator Sandy Onor, and Senator Jerigbe Agom for taking the delay in Wayas’s burial, to the National Assembly. we received and watch in appreciation your motion as was presented at Senate plenary on Tuesday the 4th of April, 2023. Calling
    On the federal government to takeover the burial arrangements of our Son and leader, late senator Dr Joseph Wayas.

    “The entire Basang people, both at home and in diaspora do appreciate your call for Federal Government intervention.

    “The delayed internment of his remains have become an embarrassment to us his community, kinsmen, local Government, the state as well as the entire country.

    “We also appreciate your call to the Government to immortalized senator Dr. Joseph by Naming the Senate Wing after him. As his immediate community, we request through you our representatives to the National Assembly that a National library be built in wayas compound and the College of Education Campus in Bebi be Converted to Wayas University of Agriculture and an Educational Foundation be set up to be headed by His family and Basang community. These to us, will be a more appreciable way of immortalizing senator Dr. Joseph Wayas”, the statement read in part.

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