The remains of late Mrs. Unoaku Nwoshinomumu Catherine Enwelu, a.k.a. Egbe Oyibo) (née Alocha), were laid to rest on Friday, 29th November 2024, at her compound in Amaoye Village, in Enugwu Quarter, Ụmụawulu, Awka South Local Government Area, Anambra State. She passed away at the age of 86.
In his sermon during the burial, Rev. Canon Nnamdi Ajoku commended the Enwelu family for making God their cornerstone. He urged Christians to always be prepared for death, as it is an inevitable debt we all must pay, though the time of its arrival remains unknown. He also encouraged Christians to be their brother’s and sister’s keeper, and to always practice forgiveness.
He described the late Mrs. Enwelu as a devoted mother, an epitome of love and encouragement to all around her. Expressing his condolences to her family, he urged them to follow the good examples she left behind.
In his tribute, her first son, Mr. Boniface Enwelu, described their mother as precious and irreplaceable, and a source of inspiration to them. He prayed for her soul to rest in peace and for peace and unity to reign within their family.
Mama’s second son in his interview with Kpakpando correspondent, described his mother as a good woman, Nne ọra ọkụ n’enye ife. He referred to her as “Ezinne,” well-mannered, and strong. He prayed for God to accept her soul in heaven and grant them the strength to bear the void her passing has created in his life and the family.
During an interview, High Chief Chukwuemeka Nwankwo, also known as Ojiefiemeogo, thanked God for the life of Mama Enwelu and prayed for the repose of her soul. He also extended his condolences to the family.
The event was attended by dignitaries, friends, relatives, well-wishers, and Anglican faithful who came to pay their last respects to the deceased.
Among the dignitaries includes the traditional ruler of Ụmụawulu, Igwe Joel Mmadụadichie Egwuonwu ( Eze udo 11 of Ụmụawulu), High Chief Azubuike Ekweozor ( Ide Awulu Global), High Chief Emmanuel Chukwuemeka Nwankwo ( Ojiefiemeogo) among others.
