Amihe Ukpor, Nnewi South local government area of Anambra State, came alive as top personalities from across the country trooped out in large numbers to join their friend and colleague, Engr. Chidi Charles Amechi, in paying last respect to his late father, Nze Louis Emejulu Amechi.
The late Emejulu Amechi passed away on Wednesday, January 3, 2024, at the graceful age of 81.
Chief Obinna Iyiegbu, Chairman, Cubana Group, Rt Hon. Somtochukwu Udeze, Speaker of the Anambra State House of Assembly, Mr Cletus Uzoezie Oragwa, and Cubana Chief Priest were all in attendance.
His death came just two days after a planned Thanksgiving ceremony in his honour and that of his wife, Lolo Bridget Obiageli Amechi.
Engr. Chidi Amechi, who is the chairman of Moorex Group, one of the leading real estate firms, accorded his late father a massively befitting burial, which has been described as a carnival of sorts.
The funeral mass was officiated by His Lordship, Bishop Jonas Benson Okoye, Bishop of Nnewi Catholic Diocese, and gave an opportunity to reflect on their lives while extolling the virtues of the late Nze Amechi.
Ukpor traditional symbols, dance, and food were on display, an indication of an open-handed welcome to guests that came from far and wide.
The testimonies were loud on how the late Nze Louis Amechi touched many lives in his community, even as he was described as a man of peace who built the bridge of unity in his community and beyond.
His son, Chidi, has consistently talked about how his late dad inculcated discipline and an excellent upbringing that has helped him weather the storms of life.
He said the late dad will be greatly missed, and his wise counsel in difficult times in the family, church, and community will be missed.
Engr. Chidi also prayed that his late dad would find a peaceful repose in the bosom of the Lord.
A real estate mogul, Engr. Chidi bagged Real Estate Personality of the Year at the Leadership Excellence (LEEX) Award organised by Igbere TV in November last year.
One of his notable achievements is his dedication to fostering innovation within the real estate sector.
Other personalities that joined him in paying last respect to his late dad include Chairman Zenco Group, High Chief Engr. Francis Nwaogwugwu, MD/CEO, Vintage Deluxe Interiors, the founder of the Adadioramma Foundation, Chief Dr. (Mrs.) Nkoli Imoh, a businessman and socialite, Chief Obinna Etele Group Managing Director, Eteleson Group, Hon. Johnbosco Akaegbobi Minority Leader and Member representing Nnewi South Constituency 2, Anambra State House of Assembly, and other very important dignitaries too numerous to mention.
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