Family of member of the Association of Nigerian Journalists and Writers of Tourism (ANJET), Chinyere Ogidi, has officially announced the much-awaited burial plans for its late matriarch, Princess Ukachi Ogidi.
The late Princess Ezinne Justina Ukachi Ogidi
The late Princess Ezinne Justina Ukachi Ogidi died in July 2024, aged 85.
A joint statement released by the family of Nze Simon Ejimaduekwu Ogidi and late Eze Anyawuchukwu Odirichukwu Royal family fixed January 3, 2025 for the burial of the late matriarch at her hometown in Imo State.
The statement personally signed by her first son, Nze John Onyejiajuonwu Ogidi also provided further details of the funeral ceremony of the matriarch to include funeral rites and procedures to be followed.
“With profound sadness and deep loss, the family of Nze Simon Ejimaduekwu Ogidi, and late Eze Anyanwuchukwu Odirichukwu Ruling House, announces the arrangements for her funeral ceremony/interment. Princess Ezinne, Justina Ukachi Ogidi was a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, aunty and an accomplished quintessential woman whose legacy will continue to inspire all those whose lives she touched.
“Her departure has left a deep void, but we are comforted by the overwhelming support from friends, well-wishers, and the general public.
“We hereby announce that the interment/funeral ceremony of our mother will take place on Friday, 3rd January, 2025. This will be a solemn moment as we lay her to rest and celebrate a life dedicated to service, leadership, and humanity.
“Further details, including the schedule of rite of passage programs and venues for her burial activities, will be announced by the Burial Committee in due course.
“The family, alongside the Committee, is working to ensure that all arrangements will reflect according to rite of passage of her Royalty and the magnitude of the legacy she left behind.
“For those who wish to send condolence messages, we kindly request that scanned copies of these messages be forwarded https://www.forevermissed.com/princessezinneukachijustinaogidi-nee-odirichukwu/about. Your expressions of sympathy and support will be greatly appreciated.
“We take this opportunity to thank everyone who has shown us love, compassion, and strength during this time of bereavement. Your prayers and support mean more to us than words can express.
“May Princess Ezinne, Justina Ukachi Ogidi’s soul, rest in perfect peace, and may her legacy continue to shine bright in our hearts. In Jesus’ name, Amen,” the statement read.
