Kinsmen, Associates Pay Tribute To Senator Annie Okonkwo: SGF Akume, Peter Obi, Utomi, Akpabio On Roll Call

Senator Annie Okonkwo is among individuals that leave so much behind that it becomes difficult to eulogize them. Where to begin?

The sad news is unbelievable; the shock is numbing and the reality of it is scary. Senator Annie Okonkwo, and Agunechemba Ojoto fits into that category perfectly. I met him twice at different times but feel like I knew him so much after reading his numerous accomplishments as a family man, business mogul, political strategist, philanthropist, Christian soldier, socialite and so on.

Join our WhatsApp Channel

My husband described him as a relatable gentle giant after we received him and his lovely wife at the residence of Mrs Chiko Udemba (nee Ugokwe).

READ ALSO: Senator Annie Okonkwo Dies At 63

I was actually contemplating writing a biography on him but deferred it to a later day when I would get a chance to chat with him and his wife. Wow! Life is so transient!

Agunechemba was an accomplished man who lived a life filled with the desire to build something out of nothing in people. His business network extended beyond Ojoto.

The conglomerates he established employed thousands and he will be remembered by many. His legacy as a businessman is indelible.

Eternal rest grant Agunechemba O Lord, and let your perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul rest in perfect peace. Amen.

 

IYOM Sussie Aham Okoro (nee Okigbo), PhD Maryland, USA.

IYOM Sussie Aham Okoro
+ posts

Featured Stories

Latest from Opinion

ADC-Power Dynamics and Realism

By Oseloka H. Obaze Political power is never given.  Hardly is it ever offered on a platter. Acquiring political power is hard work, even in a populist contest. In a diverse, multi-religious and multi-ethnic democracy like ours; you earn power. You work
Anioma State: Reason Above Sentiments

Hungry Abuja Pikin: A Reflection

By Emmanuel Onwubiko When in 1992, the then self -styled military president of Nigeria, four stars General, the gap-toothed Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, effectively transferred the nation’s political capital from Lagos to Abuja, the expectation of a lot of Nigerians is that given

Is President Maduro a Prisoner of War? 

By Emmanuel Onwubiko The Times of India ran a story which stated that : Prisoner Of War’: Maduro Breaks Silence After US Capture, Wife Appears Bruised In 1st Court Hearing. The newspaper website also reported the following lines, which I have presented

Akwa Ibom: Parties in Early Push for 2027 Elections

Akwa Ibom: Parties in early push for 2027 elections By ETIM ETIMJoin our WhatsApp Channel Political parties in Akwa Ibom State have commenced early preparations for the 2027 elections. APC in particular is setting off in ernest, signaling readiness to fend off
Democracy Day: Nigeria Still In Search Of Credible Electoral System – Obi
Previous Story

Democracy Day: Nigeria Still In Search Of Credible Electoral System – Obi

Gunmen Kill 1,
Next Story

Gunmen Kill 1, Abduct 3 In Bauchi

Don't Miss

Dangote Group Assures Nigerians of Stable Fuel Prices Despite New 15% Import Tariff

The Dangote Group has moved to allay public concerns over
Love Island Finale: Jess, Sammy Crowned Winners In Surprise Victory

Love Island Finale: Jess, Sammy Crowned Winners In Surprise Victory

The latest series of Love Island came to a thrilling