By Iheanyi Enwerem
The Deputy Governor of Imo State, Lady Chinyere Ihuoma Ekomaru, PhD, on Wednesday attended the funeral church service of Late Lolo Adeline Ngoka of Umuodu, Owerri, held in Owerri Municipal Local Government Area. The deceased was the mother of Dr. Stanley Ngoka of the Federal University Teaching Hospital, Owerri.
Delivering the condolences of the Governor of Imo State, Distinguished Senator Hope Uzodimma, the Deputy Governor urged the bereaved family to find strength in God and take solace in the impactful and exemplary life of their late mother and matriarch, who made significant contributions through teaching and writing.
She commended Lolo Ngoka for raising достой children, particularly Dr. Stanley Ngoka, a renowned consultant nephrologist, noting that her legacy is reflected in the achievements of her children.
Lady Ekomaru also used the occasion to call on mothers to be intentional in the upbringing of their children, encouraging them to emulate the virtues and dedication of the late Lolo Adeline Ngoka, whose influence in the teaching profession extended across Nigeria.
She offered prayers for the peaceful repose of the soul of the deceased and all the faithful departed.
In his sermon, Ven. Chukwudum Onwuka expressed appreciation to attendees for their support and thanked God for the grace to lay their loved one to rest in peace. He described Mama Ngoka’s life as a reflection of God’s call to holiness and emphasized the significance of Christ’s victory over death, which offers hope of resurrection and eternal life.
He encouraged the family to remain steadfast in faith, with the assurance of reunion, while urging the congregation to deepen their spiritual lives, uphold righteousness, and use their God-given talents and resources in advancing the gospel.
Also speaking, the Bishop of Owerri Anglican Diocese, Rt. Rev. Chukwuma Oparah, prayed for divine comfort for the bereaved family, asking God to grant them peace, unity, and unwavering faith.
The funeral service, held at Christ Anglican Church, Owerri, was attended by the husband of the Deputy Governor, His Excellency Chief (Barr) Chukwuma Ekomaru, SAN, alongside other dignitaries.