The Senator representing Anambra South Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Ifeanyi Ubah, on Saturday wept when one of his personal aides, Mr Ikechukwu Obum, was buried in Mbaukwu, Awka South, Anambra State.
Yesterday being Saturday; October 8, 2022, I attended the funeral of my late Regional Manager; Mr. Odum Ikechukwu at Mbaukwu, Awka South LGA, Anambra State.
Until his demise, late Odum Ikechukwu was a person everyone wanted to reckon with. Remarkably endearing inside-out, a bundle of inspiration to all around him; a kind soul and wise counsel whose good deeds are inexpressible in words. Unfortunately, death snatched him from us helplessly. He was a truly magnificent man whose humility, openness and guidance will be cherished forever.
Till date, I am still shocked, saddened and traumatized by the gruesomeness that took him from us. So many times, I have tried to make sense of this, and tried to understand the reason why this happened. Unfortunately, there are no easy answers, and as difficult and painful as it is, we must accept that this is the will of God.
Undoubtedly, his demise has left a void in my heart as he was not just my Regional manager but a brother, strong pillar of support and confidant who was always there for me each single moment that he was called upon. However, while l mourn today, I have also taken comfort in the fact that he lived a productive and an impact filled life worthy of emulation.
I want to specially thank my friends that attended the funeral; Senator Uche Ekwunife, Senator Victor Umeh, Hon Uche Okafor (Wiper), Prof. Umenweke, Chief Vin. Onyeka, Ugodan, Emeka B.B, Chief Edwin Igbokwe, Hon. Juliet Chukwunonye Anaeme (Ada Ozubulu) and other notable personalities too numerous to mention.
May God grant us all the fortitude to bear this irreplaceable loss.
Senator (Dr.) Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah
Anambra South Senatorial District