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Dec

05

2025

Igbokwe Family Commences Burial Preparations for Late Matriarch Late Dame Peace Igbokwe

Abia State, Lifestyle, Metro, NewsAbia State, Lifestyle, RIP

The family of Nze Samuel Nmaralam Igbokwe of Wowo Umueke-Umuyota, Umuawa Alaocha, Umuahia North LGA, Abia State, has formally commenced the burial preparations for their late matriarch, Dame Peace Onyekwulechi Igbokwe (née Ogu), fondly known as Peace Kwulechi, who passed away in 2025 at the age of 60. The burial rites begin today with a Service of Songs at her Lagos residence located at 34 Road, A’Close, House 13, Gowon Estate. According to the programme released by the family, the funeral activities will continue with a Service of Songs/Tribute Night on Friday, 9th January 2026 at the Igbokwe family residence…

Nov

30

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Retired Delta High Court Judge Found Dead In Asaba Home, Allegedly Murdered.

Metro, News, Social IssuesCrime, Metro, Nigeria, Politics, RIP, Security

A retired High Court judge in Delta State, Justice Ifeoma Okogwu, has been found dead in her Asaba residence, prompting a full-scale police investigation into the circumstances surrounding her death. According to security sources who spoke to Zagazola Makama, the late judge was discovered in her sitting room at No. 8 Tom Halen Street, behind IBTC Bank, with her hands and legs bound and her mouth gagged with a wrapper. Her brother, Emeka Okogwu, found the body during a visit early Saturday morning and immediately reported the incident to the police at about 8:00 a.m. Patrol teams were subsequently deployed…

Nov

19

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Enugu Senator Okey Ezea Dies During Treatment in the UK

Lifestyle, Metro, News, PoliticsLabour Party, Metro, Politics, RIP

The senator representing Enugu North Senatorial Zone, Barrister Okey Ezea, popularly known as Ideke, has died. He reportedly passed away on Tuesday. Information indicates he was in the United Kingdom receiving medical treatment before his death. An elder statesman close to him,Chief Nkem Ossai, confirmed the development and described the late Ezea as a man with a heart of gold who will be deeply missed by his constituents. He explained that news of the senator’s death has thrown Nsukka and the entire Enugu North zone into mourning. Residents and supporters expressed shock over the sudden loss, especially since he had…

Oct

14

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

E.C.K. Foundation Chairman Pays Tribute to Reverend Dr. Uma Ukpai, Condoles Ohafia Clan

Lifestyle, Metro, News, Ohafia, OpinionAbia State, Asaga, Emeka Kalu, Ohafia, RIP, Uma Ukpai

The E.C.K Foundation, led by Chairman Chief Dr. Emeka Kalu, has expressed its deepest condolences to the Ohafia Ancient Kingdom, especially to the family, friends, and loved ones of the late Reverend Dr. Uma Ukpai, describing his passing on October 6, 2025, as a monumental loss to humanity. "Reverend Dr. Ukpai was a prominent cleric who dedicated over six decades to faith, hope, and charitable work", he said. Chief Dr. Emeka Kalu also described Reverend Dr. Uma Ukpai as a "Warrior for God," embodying the values of the Ohafia clan. He commended the late cleric for his unwavering commitment to…

Oct

14

2025

By Amos Oge Kalu

Amb.Dr. Osita Offor, “De Ultimate Commander,” and UAAP Join Gov. Otti, CAN in Mourning Passing of Rev. Dr. Uma Ukpai

Abia State, Amos Oge Kalu, Lifestyle, Metro, News, Social IssuesAbia State, Alex Otti, Metro, Osita Offor, RIP, Ultimate Commander, Uma Ukpai

Ambassador Dr. Osita Offor, affectionately known as "De Ultimate Commander" and Ikenga Gburugburu of the Ohafia Ancient Kingdom, has joined the executive governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Chioma Otti, OFR, to express profound sorrow over the passing of Reverend Dr. Uma Ukpai. As the President of the United Abia Artistes and Patriots (UAAP), Ambassador Offor, along with the entire UAAP community, mourns the loss of a spiritual icon fondly referred to as “God’s General.” Reverend Dr. Uma Ukpai, who passed away on October 6, 2025, at the age of 80, was a beacon of hope and faith…