The late NANS Senate president who was involved in a fatal motor accident that led to his demise ,have been buried 'in his home town ,in Mbaise,Itu, Imo state .
Onukaogu, was on official assignment to the University of Uyo ,during the crisis that rocked the campus which also to dead of some student ,and destruction of some of the school properties.
He was to oversee the situation of the school and perhaps ,proffer solution to the warring students.
But unfortunately ,he could not reach his destination.
He died along with four others, Comrades Jeremiah Sorkaa,
Abdulazeez Oladimeji, Japheth Duru, and Asa Ejieta, who were also on the
peace-keeping mission.
The burial was attended by top government officials such as student
leaders, traditional rulers, captains of industry, technocrats, civil
servants, activists, and religious leaders.
Some of the dignitaries included President Goodluck Jonathan who was
duly represented by his Senior Special Assistant on Youth and Student
Matters; Hon. Ethel Amadi, the President Pan-African Parliament;
Governor Rochas Okorocha was represented by Imo Commissioner for Youth
and Sports, Hon. Kenneth Emelu; National Assembly member representing
Ahiazu/Ezinihitte Mbaise Federal Constituency, Hon. Nnanna Igokwe and
Prof. (Mrs) Viola Onwuliri, Minister of State for Foreign Affairs.
His memory ,will continue to remain fresh in our daily dealings.
It is unfortunate that his life was cut shot at his prime age.
May his gentle soul Rest In Peace.
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