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Remembering Sir FGN Okoye (Chinyeugo Enugwu-Ukwu) 20 Years After

Popularly known as The Federal Government, Sir FGN Okoye, who slept in the Lord exactly 20 years ago, was phenomenal, enigmatic and everything humane.
The man, who held the title of Chinyelugo Enugwu-Ukwu, is remembered today by daughter, Dr Ifeyinwa Nwakwesi, who still has ours of her ‘role model father’ 20 years after his demise. She has therefore, put together an eulogy in evergreen memory of the patriarch of Okoye family:
20 years ago, our role model father, late Sir Felix Godson Nwenechukwu Okoye (FGN) (chinyelugo Enuguw-ukwu), popularly called Federal Government of Nigeria went to be with the lord.
Our father came from a humble family. He did not come from rich parentage, but his parents allowed him to become a Christian. He was a true Christian in word and in deed, and exhibited mostly the fruits of the Spirit.
FGN did not focus on his humble beginning but made the decision to utilize his innate talents of determination, commitment resilience to build a mega construction company, FGN Okoye & Sons in the then Eastern Region from a few Pennies. This, he accomplished with the help of his sons. Being aware of the fact that ‘our past does not equal our future’, he refused to dwell on his background.
He married a very beautiful woman, Dame Monica chiebonam Okoye nee Okonkwo, and they had 12 children with two surviving sons and 6 surviving daughters.
The loss of his very brilliant well-connected first son, Dr. Felix Chuks Okoye could have broken him but he went through the experience with equanimity and fortitude.
Dr Felix Chuks Okoye’s wife, Barrister Mrs Ijeoma Chuks-Okoye, sons, daughter and grandchildren are all doing well, thanks to his fatherly attention.
FGN was a great role model when it comes to principle-centered values, contentment, inner peace, gratitude, humility, honesty, integrity, transparency, compassion, empathy, passion and impact. He taught us, the children great lessons bordering on a “good name is better than money” and that if you “want to be rich, you need to work hard and stay away from Ill-gotten wealth”.
These values have largely influenced my life, and today, they have contributed to my inner fulfilment and peace of mind.
One of the greatest gifts our parents gave us is the gift of prayer. I can’t make it through the day if I miss my prayers and Bible reading. My spirit, mind and body are instantly renewed once I go to the Lord’s convenant, table and speak to my heavenly father, my alpha and omega, my root and anchor.
Papa and mama, thanks for the solid spiritual foundation which you gave me and my siblings from childhood.
I thank God that I also got your gift of determination, focus, commitment, resilience, which has enabled me to build a thriving family business, in conjunction withmyhusband and children. I also learnt from your show of compassion and empathy.
I’m proud to say that I am continuing your work of impacting lives through the WOMEN ALIGNED FOR GROWTH – a character rebuilding social change and impact for female folks and ENUGWU- UKWU DAUGHTERS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE.
Our father was never greedy and never cheated anyone in his business life. He was a great family man humble and accommodating. He was loving to his brothers and other relatives. He had a great marriage with our mother, and together they are blessed with 8 surviving children 36 grand children and 48 great grandchildren. And in honour of their efforts in our lives, our family is setting up a foundation called LATE SIR FGN AND DAME MONICA OKOYE FOUNDATION. One of the objectives is to promote good parenting, healthy relationships and help people acquire conflict resolution skills.
Our parents were blessed with 8 surviving children Chief JC Okoye
Ngozi Patricia Asiegbu, Justice Chinwe Iyizoba , Eng Chris Okoye, Dr Mrs Ifeyinwa Nwakwesi, Dame princess karanate Egbuson, Lady Uche Obi and Barr Joy Ebeledike. Engr. Chris Okoye is married to Prof Ifeoma Okoye nee Nwokike.
We also salute our inlaws; the UCD Okoyes chiamaonwus, Asiegbus, Iyizobas, Nwokikes, Nwakwesis, Karenate- Egbuson, Obis Ebeledikes. The entire Umo-okoye clan of Orji- village Enugwu-ukwu celebrate your impactful life.
My prayer is that all of us will continue to make empowering choices in our lives so we can continue upholding his legacies and that of our role model mother.
Our father’s life typified the adage that it is not your past that influences the outcome of your life but the decisions you make today and tomorrow will sculpt your life.
May God inspire us to collaborate with each other, holding each other’s hand, the strong supporting the weak so we can all win together.
To my handsome, tall, ebony-black, vibrant, and boisterous father with an impeccable style; may you continue to rest in peace. Your legacy will be kept alive. I still miss you and look forward to more encounters with you in our spiritual rendezvous.
Rest on great father, and thank you for the solid foundation which has helped me to be an asset to my family and the society.
Rest well papa!
Dr Ifeyinwa Nwakwesi MBBS, also known as the Phenomenal Woman, is an Integrative Lifestyle Specialist
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Afenifere Leader, Pa Ayo Adebanjo Dies at 96

Pa Ayo Adebanjo, the Afenifere leader, is dead.
He died on Friday morning at his Lekki residence in Lagos, according to a family statement. He was aged 96.
It reads: “With a heart full of gratitude for a selfless life spent in the service of God, the nation and humanity, we announce the passing on of our beloved patriarch, Chief Samuel Ayodele Adebanjo.
“He died peacefully this morning, Friday, February 14, 2025 at his Lekki, Lagos Nigeria home at the age of 96.
“The foremost nationalist, elder statesman, distinguished lawyer, very distinct politician, apostle of true federalism, former organising secretary of Action Group and the national leader of Afenifere is survived by his 94 year-old wife, Chief Christy Ayo-Adebanjo, children, grandchildren and great grandchildren.
“We will forever cherish his commitment to fighting for truth, equity and justice. His belief and struggle for a truly independent and progressive Nigeria was total and this he fought for until he breathed his last breath.
“The family is consulting with Papa’s friends, associates, numerous interest groups across the length and breadth of Nigeria and beyond, to fine tune plans for a befitting funeral details which will be communicated in due course.
“A condolence register is open at his residence in Lagos (8, Ayo Adebanjo Close, Lekki Phase 1, Lagos) and his country home in Isanya Ogbo, near Ijebu Ode Ogun State.”
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70th Birthday: Davido Gifts Timi of Ede Brand New Luxurious GAC Car

Renowned musician and pop star, David Adeleke, also known as Davido, has presented a brand-new GAC GS8 4WD car to HRM Oba Munirudeen Adesola Lawal, the Timi of Ede, in celebration of his 70th birthday.
The luxurious vehicle was presented at an eleborate ceremony by the Chief of Staff, Alhaji Kazeem Akinleye, on behalf of Davido.
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Meet Nigeria Customs National Public Relations Officer, ACC Abdullahi Maiwada

They come as ready as they are prepared. They are the efficiency of paramilitary and security endeavours. They secure border integrity. They are the Nigeria Customs Service, and one man is at the forefront of projecting their hard earned glorious image. He is Assistant Comptroller of Police Abdullahi Aliyu Maiwada.
In December 2024, Maiwada, who is the National Spokesman of the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) was elevated to office Assistant Comptroller of Customs. His promotion was a consequence of efficiency, doggedness, hard work and ability to exhibit all the qualities of one with an eye to details.
Maiwada was among many officers who benefitted from the recent promotion by the Customs board.
His trajectory in the Service and beyond, is captured as follows:
A prolific image manager, AC Maiwada was born on January 12, 1987 in Katsina State.
He attended his primary and secondary school education in Bayero University Kano.
He holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Education/Geography and a Master’s Degree in Environmental Management from Bayero University Kano.
He also holds a Bachelor’s Degree and Master’s Degree in mass communication from Crescent University Abeokuta. He is currently a Doctorate Researcher specialising in Internal Communication at the University of Abuja.
AC Maiwada was enlisted into the Nigeria Customs Service as Cadet ASC II in 2011. He had a long stint as the Zonal Public Relations Officer Zone ‘B’ Headquarters, Public Relations Officer Ogun Command (now Ogun I & II Area Commands).
AC Maiwada was deployed to Headquarters in 2020 as the pioneer Liaison Officer of Nigeria Customs Broadcasting Network and later deputised the immediate past National Public Relations Officer from January 2022 to February 2023. He was appointed substantive spokesperson of NCS in April 2023, a position he holds to date.
To fully embrace the service of Public Relations and its dynamics, AC Abdullahi Maiwada is a Member of the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations (NIPR) and a member of the African Public Relations Association (APRA).
He also holds full membership with the Association of Communication Scholars and Professionals of Nigeria (ACSPN), the African Council for Communication Education (ACCE), and the Association of Media and Communication Researchers of Nigeria (AMCRON).
He has attended numerous courses relating to Customs Operations, Trade Facilitation, Public Relations, Strategic Communication, and Leadership.
As a consummate and seasoned Officer, he is a recipient of the 2020 World Customs Organisation (WCO) meritorious award. He recently bagged the Best Spokesperson of the Year award organised by Image Merchant Limited.
Under his watch, the Public Relations Unit recently received the WCO Meritorious Award during the 2024 International Customs Day Celebration (ICD). He also received the 2024 Best Spokesperson Award from the Nigerian Institute of Public Relations.
He has several published conceptual and empirical papers relating to Public Relations in Customs and other areas in the field of communication.
He is happily married with three kids.
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