Mayor Igbokwe, Top Dignitaries Pay Respects as INEC Commissioner Dr. Ukeagu Buries Mother in Abia
The Abia State capital stood still on Saturday as dignitaries from across the country converged in Umuahia to honour the life and legacy of Late Elder Chinyere Margareth Ukeagu, mother of Dr. Kenneth Nnamdi Ukeagu, National Commissioner of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC).
Among the prominent figures in attendance was businessman and philanthropist, Mayor Lucky Igbokwe, also known as Don Lulu, Chairman of Don Media Group. He joined a long list of political heavyweights, religious leaders, captains of industry, and members of the diplomatic community in a solemn ceremony that celebrated the impactful life of the matriarch.
Speaking at the funeral, Mayor Igbokwe paid a heartfelt tribute to the late Elder Chinyere, describing her as a “woman of faith, grace, and uncommon strength” who instilled strong values of service and integrity in her children.
Today we not only mourn her passing, but we also celebrate a life well-lived. Her legacy is evident in the values and public service of her son, Dr. Ukeagu, and his siblings,” he stated.
The event, marked by spiritual reflections and traditional rites, brought together some of Nigeria’s most distinguished personalities, including, Governor Alex Otti, OFR, Executive Governor of Abia State, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Benjamin Okezie Kalu; the Senator Representing Abia Central, Sen. Enyinnaya Abaribe, the Minister of Labour and Productivity, State, Hon. Nkiruka Onyejiocha; the Speaker of the Abia State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Emmanuel Emeruwa; the Deputy Speaker, Rt. Hon. Okezie Meregini; past speakers of the State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Chinedum Orji and Rt. Hon. Stanley Ohajuruka; the member representing the Ikwuano/Umuahia Federal Constituency, Hon. Obi Aguocha; former Chief Whip of the State Legislature, Rt. Hon. Kelechi Onuzuruike; serving members of the State Legislature; members of the Executive Council; heads of Federal and State agencies; heads of security agencies; traditional rulers; religious leaders; captains of industry; diplomats; and other prominent personalities.
