The Deputy Governor of Ebonyi State, Princess Patricia Onyemaechi Obila, has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Lolo Nwankwonshii Nwifuru Nwankpu, the stepmother of Governor Francis Ogbonna Nwifuru, describing her as a remarkable matriarch whose life was defined by generosity, wisdom, discipline and commitment to family unity.
In a condolence message, Obila extended her heartfelt sympathies to the royal family, particularly the royal father, HRH Eze Ezekiel Nwifuru Nwankpu; the deceased’s son, Prince Innocent Omerumba Nwifuru; Governor Nwifuru; and the First Lady of Ebonyi State, Chief Mrs Uzoamaka Mary-Maudline Nwifuru.
The Deputy Governor described the late Lolo Nwankwonshii as a peace-loving and accommodating woman who, as the first wife in the royal household, demonstrated exceptional care and love for the entire family.
According to her, the deceased had a rare ability to embrace every child in the royal family as her own, while her wisdom and natural leadership qualities enabled her to instil discipline and strengthen the bonds of love and unity among family members.
Obila noted that the matriarch’s death was a painful loss to the royal household, adding that her exemplary life and values would remain a source of inspiration to those she left behind.
She urged the royal family to draw strength from the deceased’s legacy and sustain the spirit of love, peace and unity she cherished throughout her lifetime.
The Deputy Governor prayed to God Almighty to grant the late Lolo Nwankwonshii eternal rest and comfort the royal family and all those mourning her demise.
