KINGSLEY EBERE
A chieftain of Civil Liberty Organisation, Anambra State chapter, Comrade Vincent Ezekwueme, is in mourning mood as he lost his father, Pa Sylvester Obika Ezekwueme, of Uguakwu Village Umuchu, Aguata Local Government, Anambra State.
P.M.EXPRESS reports that the late Patriarch, Pa Ezekwueme, died at the age of 102 years after a brief illness associated with old age.
This was disclosed by the family as they announced with great pain and sorrow the passing unto glory of Pa Ezekwueme as was issued by the head of Ezekwueme family, Mr. Simon Ezekwueme.
Pa Ezekwueme, while alive, was a devoted and dedicated Christian, strict disciplinarian, moralist and strong believer in social justice, equity and an egalitarian society. He always stood and believed in what is right, fair, just and credible regardless of the consequences. His stand for truth, justice and good governance earned him an appellation of “Truth must come out from the mouth”.
He inculcated into his children patriotism, moral rectitude,fear of God, selfless sacrifice and service to God and humanity.
Pa Ezekwueme is one of the few surviving members of the Zikist Movement, later Nigeria Peoples Party, Social Democratic Party and the oldest member of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA in Onitsha South LG.
He was a member of Green Seeds Dealers Association Ose/Army Barracks Onitsha, Catholic Men Organization, Umuchu Town Union Onitsha branch among others.
He was very energetic, hardworking and lived a selfless and generous life worthy of commendation and emulation.
The family has opened a condolence register at his residence at No. 14 Uga Street, Fegge, Onitsha, Anambra State.
Burial arrangements will be announce later by the family after due consultations with his relations and loved ones.
Speaking on his demise, his son and Chairman of CLO, Comrade Evangelist Vincent Ezekwueme, described him as a rare and unique gift to humanity.
“His believe in justice, truth and uprightness is unequalled, outstanding and unprecedented. To the glory of God, he came, he saw and he conquered. We equally pray to God to forgive his shortcomings and grant his gentle and humble soul eternal repose” Comrade Vincent said.