The remains of late Senator Ifeanyi Ebebuchukwuka Ubah was today, Friday laid to rest in his country home in Otolo, Nnewi, Anambra State amidst grief and shedding of tears.
The late Senator was the representative of the Anambra South Senatorial District in the upper chambers of 10th Assembly.
According to reports, the remains of the late businessman cum politician first arrived his country home in Umuanuka, Otolo Nnewi in Nnewi North Local Government Area of Anambra State. After which it was moved to St Peter Clever Parish Umuanuka for a funeral mass.
Daily Post reports that as Ubah’s body arrived his compound in Nnewi, scores of indigent people, perceived to be his dependents, thronged the compound. Wailing and mourning the passing away of the hero and benefactor.
Recall that the Senator died in the United Kingdom in July 2024, while attending the graduation ceremony of his daughter.
During his lifetime, Ubah was a philanthropist, on who the wellbeing of many indigent people in Nnewi and the entire Anambra State depended on. His chains of businesses also provided source of livelihood to many.
Delivering a homily at the burial Mass at St Peter Clever Parish, Bishop of Ekwulobia Diocese, Rt Rev Peter Cardinal Ebere Okpaleke described the life of the deceased as a lesson to those alive.
He said, “Those alive should strive to leave exemplary life while on earth. This is in order to be remembered when they are gone.
“His philanthropic life always strived to touch people’s life at all times. Ifeanyi Ubah’s life of service to humanity was there for all to emulate.”
Many dignitaries who graced the occasion took time to pay tribute to the deceased. They reminiscence their relationship which imparted on them and marked the late Senator a remarkable man.
Speaking at the funeral, the Anambra State Governor Charles Soludo, recalled his last moments with Ubah. He, therefore, described his death was shocking.
He said, “I still remember when we met sometime in May. And I asked him that it seems he was nursing ambition for something (governorship), and he told me that he also would want to be part of it.
“We had all these discussions, and no one talked of death.”
In her speech, former Senator, and Director General South-East Governor’s Forum, Uche Ekwunife described Ubah as an avatar.
She said, “You were an avatar, sport enthusiast, a rare gem committed to youth development.
“Your kind comes only once in a lifetime. In you, we saw the true essence of leadership and true definition of kindness. Not just in titles and positions but in words and deeds.
“The impact you made and the lives you touched were second to none. You carried the burdens of your people with grace. Always prioritizing the collective good over personal gain.
“As we mourn your untimely demise, we cannot help but celebrate the extraordinary life you lived.
“Your legacy of service, compassion, and excellence will remain a guiding light for generations to come. Your dreams for a better Nigeria, a more prosperous Southeast, and a stronger Anambra State will not be forgotten,” she said.
The burial was held amid tight security provided by personnel of the military, Police Force and vigilante.
The tight security was not unconnected to threats by some separatist elements who had promised to scuttle the burial ceremony.
However, reports from the burial ceremony stated that there were no security breaches or untoward incident.
Prominent politicians, among them Senators of the Federal Republic, House of Representatives members and the Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo graced the occasion. Also present were former Anambra State Governor, Peter Obi, and a former Senator, Uche Ekwunife, among others.
source: Daily Post
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