When the news of the demise of his father, Pa Lawrence Nwoye Nwabuisi who led a quiet and fulfilled life broke in September and the burial was announced for October, Ndi Anambra and Nigerians already knew it was going to be a detty October in Nsugbe in Anambra State, which happens to be the home-town of the Nwoyes.
For a man like Senator Dr Tony Nwoye who has continually sown good seeds of friendships and is loved for his benevolence and humanity, it was no surprise when top influential Politicians, Captains of Industries, Justices, Ambassadors, Lawmakers from National Assembly and State Assemblies, First Class Monarch, Religious Leaders started breezing into Nsugbe Community to Commiserate with Nwoyes during the burial Ceremony of their Late Patriarch.
The young and quintessential Senator, Dr Tony Nwoye is one whose enchanting personality and audacious influence cannot be overlooked.
As a patriotic and detribalized Nigerian, who is committed to redefining Youth Involvement in Anambra and Nigeria Politics has built for himself over the years a network of loyal friends and acquaintances that cut across the high and mighty, distinguished men of timber and calibre, including but not limited to captains of industries, first-class monarchs, politicians and power brokers, governors, socialites and celebrities.
it was an event of glamour and glitz as the Senator Representing Anambra North Senatorial District, Dr Tony Nwoye (Ayaka Nsugbe) buries dad late Pa Lawrence Nwoye Nwabuisi in a grand style.
The event which took place at his Offianta Village Nsugbe, Anambra East LGA of Anambra State on 25th of October, 2024 had the presence of who is who in Anambra State and the society.
Late Pa Lawrence Nwoye Nwabuisi who until his death, was a retired farmer, trader and community Leader known for truth and uprightness and Love for humanity.
The Church funeral service was presided over by Archbishop of Onitsha Ecclesiastical Province, Most Rev Dr Valerian Okeke and Bishop of Aguleri Diocese, Most Reverend Dennis Isizoh with over 70 priests in attendance. In his homily at the funeral service, which took place at the St John the Baptist Catholic Church, Nsugbe, Most Reverend Denis Isizoh the Catholic Bishop of the Aguleri Diocese urged the deceased’s family not to weep but give praise to the Lord, whom Pa Lawrence Nwoye Nwabuisi had gone to be with. The Catholic Bishop honoured Chief Nwoye-Nwabisi’s virtues and asked a poignant question of those gathered: “What will your neighbour say about you after you leave this world?” His words brought a reflective silence over the crowd. He concluded by urging everyone to live lives worthy of emulation, as Chief Lawrence Nwoye-Nwabisi had done.
The Senate President, Dr. Godswill Akpabio, GCON, expressed his sympathy to the Nwoye family: “The death of a loved one, no matter their age, evokes searing pain. At 89, your father was still an asset to his family and community. His loss is deeply felt.”
Senator Dr. Victor Umeh acknowledged the difficulty of losing a father, with whom one often shares an unbreakable bond. Similarly, Senator Ahmad Ibrahim Lawal, Chairman of the Senate Committee on Defence, conveyed his condolences: “My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. May God grant his soul eternal rest.”
Speaker of the House of Representatives, Rt. Hon. Abbas Tajudeen, GCON, remarked, “Chief Nwoye-Nwabisi’s unalloyed lifestyle will remain a legacy for this generation and those yet unborn. I urge all members of the family to bear this irreparable loss with strength.”
The funeral programme, which was held at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church, Nsugbe attracted dignitaries and Political gladiators from the National Assembly, State Assembly, Governors and Captains of industry Traditional Rulers, Religious Leaders and Community Leaders.
The dignitaries who graced the funeral event were; The Governor of Anambra State, Prof. Chukwuma Soludo, HE Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, Senator Victor Umeh (Ohamadike), Senator Kelvin Chukwu, Senator Onyeweuchi, Senator Aminu Tambuwal, Senate Minority Leader, Senator Abba Moro, Senator Osita Izunanso, Senator Seriake Dickson, Senator Jarigbe and many other Senators; Current House of Representatives Members which include Hon Afam Ogene, Hon Gwacham Maureen, Hon Peter Anekwe (Mmilinaliugwu), Hon Iduu Emeka, Hon Harris Okonkwo and many other House of Representatives members from outside Anambra State.
Many Political Gladiators and Governorship Aspirants, Chief Dr George Moghalu (Ohamadike) of Labour Party, Chief Olisa Metu, Mr John Nwosu of Labour Party, Chief Sir Azuka Okwuos (Chinyelugo of APC), Chief Chris Uba (Eselu), Chief Chuma Nzeribe, Ambassador Elijah Onyegba (Ike Enugwu-Ukwu n’umunri), High Chief Engr Johnbosco Onunkwo (Onwa) Chief Humphrey Nsofor, State Chairman of APC, Chief Sir Basil Ejidike, State Chairman of Labour Party, Chief Ugochukwu Emeh, Hon Izuchukwu Okeke, Hon Afam Ezenwafor (Afamation), Labour Party Senatorial Aspirant for Anambra South, Chief Barr Chidi Donald Amamgbo (Okeosisis), Chief Ben Etiaba and many others.
Captains of Industries were led by Chief Emma Bishop Okonkwo of Ekulu Group, Chief Chidi Anyaegbu (Chisco Group), Chief Cletus Ibeto (Ibeto Group), High Chief Engr Bart Nwibe (Segfor Oil Services) and also Labour Party Governorship Aspirant, Chief Innocent Chukwuma (Innoson Groups) and many others.
Former Senators who graced the occasion include Senator Ikechukwu Obiora, Senator Uche Ekwunife, Senator Alphonsus Ubanese Obi Igbeke, Former House of Rep Members Chief Chukwuma Umeoji, Hon Dozie Nwankwo, Hon Ofumelu, Hon Uchenna Okafor (Wiper, Omelora) and others. Some current Members of Anambra State House of Assembly, Hon Golden Iloh, Hon Barr Jude Ifeanyi, Hon Fred Ezenwa , Hon Justice Azuka, Hon Pat Okafor, Hon Nkechi Ogbuefi, Hon ojicam of Oyi State Constituency, and former Speaker of Anambra State House of Assembly, Rt Hon Ikem Uzoezie and other former Members of National Assembly, Billionaire Advertising Expert and Chairman New Crystal Group Chief Mbanefo Chidozie, three Anglican Bishops, Over 20 Anglican Priest, RHEMA Family led by Senior Pastor Rev Dr Nwachukwu and some other clergymen.
To many, Chief Lawrence Okaa Nwoye-Nwabisi was more than a man; he was a teacher, counsellor, orator, and mediator. His final home-going ceremony was a celebration of an impactful life, one that touched countless others and left an indelible mark on his community.
