With a heart full of appreciation, I humbly wish to salute all who despite tight schedules found time to stand by my family, before, during and after the most gruelling and trying time of my life: the demise and burial of my dear mother, Late Deaconess Ezi-Uma Mba Nwoke Anyaorie (Nee Nma Olumba), who was lowered on Saturday, 27th July, 2024 in Asaga Ohafia, Ohafia Local Government of Abia State.
The show of love was enormously overwhelming as it was practically impossible to personally interface with the mammoth crowd that trooped out in support of my family.
Most profoundly, I wish to thank His Excellency, Dr Alex Chioma Otti OFR, Executive Governor of Abia State, who from Day One kept in touch with humongous encouragements, despite demanding State activities. Dear Governor, the Etiokwe Ohafia Dynasty salutes you.
The Deputy Governor and my dear brother, His Excellency Engr Ikechukwu Lekwachi Emetu FNSE, who was part of the plan till the end cannot be waived off the grid. I am grateful my brother.
Hon Ibe Okwara Osonwa, Member, Arochukwu/Ohafia Federal Constituency, I salute you for your visibility all through the trying time. Thank you very much.
National Vice Chairman, South East of my Party, the Labour Party, Comrade Ceekay Igara, I appreciate you especially for standing with us through thick and thin. You are a hero worth celebrating.
Emmanuel Nweze Otti, Chairman, Labour Party, Abia State Chapter, you have been a dependable ally sir. Thank you for your presence.
Labour Party Executive, State, Local Government and Wards who are too numerous to mention, your presence was overwhelming. The sense of belonging would not be forgotten any time soon.
Enyioma Friends International, Management of the Federal Government College Ohafia, Honourable Men, Umu Olugu Maternal Family, Assemblies of God Church, Eternal Sacred Order of the Cherubim and Seraphim, Asaga Development Union, Okon Aku Union, wow, the love was disarmingly superlative.
My Colleagues in the 8th Abia Assembly, especially the Speaking Speaker, Rt Hon Emmanuel Emeruwa, my personal friend and the Deputy Speaker, Rt Hon Augustine Okezie, Leader, Hon Okoro Uchenna Kalu, Whip, Hon Emeka Obioma, Chairman House Committee on Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs, Hon Anthony Chinasa (Abiola), the Duo of Osisioma North and South State Constituencies, Hon Iheanacho ‘chocho’ Nwaogu and gentleman Hon Fyne Ahuama, Hon Anderson Akaliro, Member, Umuahia North State Constituency, “The Bull” , Hon Boniface Isienyi of Ikwuano State Constituency, Hon Lucky Udoka Nweke Johnson, the man who speaks for the Land of the Generals, Isuikwuato State Constituency,Hon Lewis Obianyi of Ukwa East State Constituency, Hon Emmanuel Ndubuisi of Bende South State Constituency and Hon Chijioke Uruakpa of Ugwunagbo State Constituency, who were present from the Wake Keep all disarmed me with a lavish show of love. Can I pretend I have forgotten?
The Guru of Administration and Legislative Juggernaut, Sir Johnpedro Irokansi PhD, Clerk/Head of Legislative Service, Abia State House of Assembly, your presence added panache and clout to the event. Your brilliance is attractive. I salute you sir.
Hon Mba Ukaha, Member Emeritus, Ohafia South State Constituency, if you had not shown solidarity, I would have been tempted to ask if the Udumeze spirit is diminished! Glad you made it, Honourable.
Lt Col I.O Kolawole, Garrison Commander, 14 Brigade, Nigeria Army, your presence all through was very reassuring and boosted the confidence of all that “area is calm and no complain”. I am indebted to you.
Traditional Rulers, Ndi Ezie Ogo, Captains of Industries, the Etiokwe Grassroot Initiative, Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria, Abia State House of Assembly Chapter, Protocol Department of the Abia State House of Assembly, the Media, political associates, www.newsadmiral.com.ng, friends and well wishers, in due time, I shall show my appreciation robustly.
The entire Asaga Ohafia Community, I have my roots in you. Unu kaa!
The Brotherhood of the Cross and Star, who conducted the burial program showed why love leads. Peace of the Father!
The list is endless and the appreciation not enough. I am indeed very grateful to you all.
As you stood by me, the Lord and Master of the Universe shall also stand by you at all times.
Unu Emeela o.
God bless you.
HON MBA KALU NWOKE (ETIOKWE OHAFIA)
MEMBER, OHAFIA SOUTH STATE CONSTITUENCY
ABIA STATE HOUSE OF ASSEMBLY.