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Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by IzunnaOkafor(op): 10:38pm On May 13, 2025
By Izunna Okafor, Awka


The academic community of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, has once again been thrown into mourning following the tragic death of one of the youngest associate professors in the University, Associate Professor (Builder) Fidelis Okechukwu Ezeokoli, a senior lecturer in the Department of Building, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, who also served as a former Head of Department.

News of his sudden death sent shockwaves across the institution and the broader academic landscape, with tributes pouring in from colleagues, students, friends, and loved ones, who described him as a brilliant academic, a dedicated teacher, a humble personality, and an irreplaceable loss to the university.

According to multiple reports, the 39-year-old respected scholar and proud son of Ekwulobia in Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State, died in a fatal motor accident
at his prime and while expectations were ripe for his next promotion. Though the full circumstances surrounding the accident remain sketchy, sources confirmed it was a road crash that claimed his life in what many have described as a painful and untimely death.

Described by many as a rising star in academia and an impactful teacher who was passionate about mentoring young professionals in the field of Building Technology, Associate Prof. Ezeokoli’s death has left a deep vacuum in the department, where he had served with distinction.

In a condolence message currently trending on social media, the Faculty of Environmental Sciences expressed their grief over the irreplaceable loss, stating: “The Department of Building, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, sadly announces the sudden passing of her staff, senior lecturer, young academia, brother and friend, Associate Prof. (Bldr) Fidelis Okechukwu Ezeokoli, who was the former HOD of the Department. He died through a motor accident. Your good deeds will forever be remembered. Rest in peace.”

In addition to being a revered lecturer, Associate Professor Ezeokoli was also said to be known for his active involvement in professional and community development activities and had remained a strong voice in the Built Environment sector in Nigeria.

The university community, alumni, professional colleagues, and the people of Ekwulobia have continued to express condolences to the bereaved family and the Department of Building Technology, describing his death as a huge loss to humanity, the academic world, and the built environment.

Meanwhile, in a burial poster shared on social media, the family of the deceased, led by Mr. Ifeanyi Celestine Ezeokoli, has officially announced funeral arrangements for the late scholar, whose remains will be committed to mother earth on Saturday, May 31, 2025.

According to the funeral poster released over the weekend by the family, a Vigil Mass will be held in his honour on Friday, May 30, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. at the family compound in Ula, Ekwulobia.

It added that the lying-in-state and Requiem Mass will take place on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at the same venue, beginning from 8:00 a.m., with interment immediately after the Mass; while a thanksgiving mass will be held on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at the Immaculate Heart Catholic Church, Ula, Ekwulobia, at 9:00 a.m.

Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by immortalcrown(m): 10:42pm On May 13, 2025
Rest in peace.
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by nifemi25(m): 11:07pm On May 13, 2025
May his soul rest in peace
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by APOPTOSIS: 11:37pm On May 13, 2025
Hmmmmmm
What do we call this?
This is just too much
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by Cashio(m): 1:58am On May 14, 2025
The world lost a great man.
First class graduate, youngest HOD in the building department over 5 years ago.
Had a project close to his house around last year November and invited him to come see a cantilever we were trying to project and he came and lectured I and my colleagues intensively with joy and laughter and fun.
That accident happened on Easter Thursday or Friday along ore-benin express way abi ijebu ofe-ore. Only three persons survived on their bus.
Man nor dey enter public transport on a norms oo. Just because of the aviation whatever that had sir peace cancel their flight and he desperately wanted to be home to celebrate Easter with his young family....
RIP sir...
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by Bittersweetnig(m): 3:52am On May 14, 2025
What is this? Nigeria too get wahala, this Great mind life cut short just like that
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by Cutecharlz(m): 4:09am On May 14, 2025
May his gentle soul rest in peace...
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by Baronthecelebri(m): 4:53am On May 14, 2025
Very sad
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by edogu(m): 6:12am On May 14, 2025
Cashio:
The world lost a great man.
First class graduate, youngest HOD in the building department over 5 years ago.
Had a project close to his house around last year November and invited him to come see a cantilever we were trying to project and he came and lectured I and my colleagues intensively with joy and laughter and fun.
That accident happened on Easter Thursday or Friday along ore-benin express way abi ijebu ofe-ore. Only three persons survived on their bus.
Man nor dey enter public transport on a norms oo. Just because of the aviation whatever that had sir peace cancel their flight and he desperately wanted to be home to celebrate Easter with his young family....
RIP sir...
cry cry
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by Fekumzi123: 6:13am On May 14, 2025
Ayahh...
God, why?
Chaiii... me that sees myself as failure self, I can't imagine myself without this my young family. Omo, them go too hear am.
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by dominique(mod): 6:50am On May 14, 2025
May God console his loved ones sad
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by gboyetade: 6:52am On May 14, 2025
Okies
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by whippersnapper(m): 6:53am On May 14, 2025
Guys stay woke. It's too risky to live this life without prayers. Village people are real
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by AntiChristian: 6:53am On May 14, 2025
It is a must for us all to die!

Death is God's control tool for us all.

People may be in the same age bracket while some may be in morning part of their life a few others may be in afternoon while the last ones may be around 10pm.

Na so life be!
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by Villagesquare: 6:53am On May 14, 2025
Sad 😭
We lost another young champ
May his soul rest in peace.
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by ImoleNaija: 6:56am On May 14, 2025
All the sleepless nights are now in vain.

This is really saddening.

May his soul find eternal rest.
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by MarkudiRITA(f): 6:58am On May 14, 2025
Painful. May God comfort his young family
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by Karosky555: 6:58am On May 14, 2025
embarassedrip peace bro
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by austinbob(m): 6:59am On May 14, 2025
So sad
Cashio:
The world lost a great man.
First class graduate, youngest HOD in the building department over 5 years ago.
Had a project close to his house around last year November and invited him to come see a cantilever we were trying to project and he came and lectured I and my colleagues intensively with joy and laughter and fun.
That accident happened on Easter Thursday or Friday along ore-benin express way abi ijebu ofe-ore. Only three persons survived on their bus.
Man nor dey enter public transport on a norms oo. Just because of the aviation whatever that had sir peace cancel their flight and he desperately wanted to be home to celebrate Easter with his young family....
RIP sir...
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by Resonance2019: 7:00am On May 14, 2025
IzunnaOkafor:
By Izunna Okafor, Awka


The academic community of Nnamdi Azikiwe University (UNIZIK), Awka, has once again been thrown into mourning following the tragic death of one of the youngest associate professors in the University, Associate Professor (Builder) Fidelis Okechukwu Ezeokoli, a senior lecturer in the Department of Building, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, who also served as a former Head of Department.

News of his sudden death sent shockwaves across the institution and the broader academic landscape, with tributes pouring in from colleagues, students, friends, and loved ones, who described him as a brilliant academic, a dedicated teacher, a humble personality, and an irreplaceable loss to the university.

According to multiple reports, the 39-year-old respected scholar and proud son of Ekwulobia in Aguata Local Government Area of Anambra State, died in a fatal motor accident
at his prime and while expectations were ripe for his next promotion. Though the full circumstances surrounding the accident remain sketchy, sources confirmed it was a road crash that claimed his life in what many have described as a painful and untimely death.

Described by many as a rising star in academia and an impactful teacher who was passionate about mentoring young professionals in the field of Building Technology, Associate Prof. Ezeokoli’s death has left a deep vacuum in the department, where he had served with distinction.

In a condolence message currently trending on social media, the Faculty of Environmental Sciences expressed their grief over the irreplaceable loss, stating: “The Department of Building, Faculty of Environmental Sciences, Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, sadly announces the sudden passing of her staff, senior lecturer, young academia, brother and friend, Associate Prof. (Bldr) Fidelis Okechukwu Ezeokoli, who was the former HOD of the Department. He died through a motor accident. Your good deeds will forever be remembered. Rest in peace.”

In addition to being a revered lecturer, Associate Professor Ezeokoli was also said to be known for his active involvement in professional and community development activities and had remained a strong voice in the Built Environment sector in Nigeria.

The university community, alumni, professional colleagues, and the people of Ekwulobia have continued to express condolences to the bereaved family and the Department of Building Technology, describing his death as a huge loss to humanity, the academic world, and the built environment.

Meanwhile, in a burial poster shared on social media, the family of the deceased, led by Mr. Ifeanyi Celestine Ezeokoli, has officially announced funeral arrangements for the late scholar, whose remains will be committed to mother earth on Saturday, May 31, 2025.

According to the funeral poster released over the weekend by the family, a Vigil Mass will be held in his honour on Friday, May 30, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. at the family compound in Ula, Ekwulobia.

It added that the lying-in-state and Requiem Mass will take place on Saturday, May 31, 2025, at the same venue, beginning from 8:00 a.m., with interment immediately after the Mass; while a thanksgiving mass will be held on Sunday, June 1, 2025, at the Immaculate Heart Catholic Church, Ula, Ekwulobia, at 9:00 a.m.
Rest in peace Bro.May God console your immediate family and the rest of your close associates.
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by Patriotic9ja(m): 7:01am On May 14, 2025
So unfortunate. RIP Prof
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by PheelzAlmighty: 7:02am On May 14, 2025
Peace to the fallen.






What if it wasn't just an accident huh
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by Zeebuy: 7:03am On May 14, 2025
Chai, what a great loss
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by Onyeka8: 7:06am On May 14, 2025
edogu:
cry cry
It's so painful, may he RIP AMEN.
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by blesdman(m): 7:06am On May 14, 2025
whippersnapper:
Guys stay woke. It's too risky to live this life without prayers. Village people are real
Nonsense talk
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by Shedrack777: 7:11am On May 14, 2025
This prof wey die so, na good man o. Where as the wicked ones no wan die. Life no balance
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by Talismann: 7:11am On May 14, 2025
blesdman:
Nonsense talk
dey play. I pity you. That Man died in the spiritual realm even before he set foot on that bus that day
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by Freech: 7:15am On May 14, 2025
So sad cryRest on Prof. May God comfort your family
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by RevenuesBoost(f): 7:16am On May 14, 2025
A very sad news indeed
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by Mopolchi: 7:17am On May 14, 2025
Just like that huh
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by obembet(f): 7:18am On May 14, 2025
APOPTOSIS:
Hmmmmmm
What do we call this?
This is just too much
Just type RIP and leave the matter before u attached innocent village people.

May his soul rest in peace 😢
Re: Tears As 39-year-old UNIZIK Associate Professor Dies In Motor Accident by Mathewrichard99: 7:19am On May 14, 2025
So sad. RIP Young man.....So so sad....



Cashio:
The world lost a great man.
First class graduate, youngest HOD in the building department over 5 years ago.
Had a project close to his house around last year November and invited him to come see a cantilever we were trying to project and he came and lectured I and my colleagues intensively with joy and laughter and fun.
That accident happened on Easter Thursday or Friday along ore-benin express way abi ijebu ofe-ore. Only three persons survived on their bus.
Man nor dey enter public transport on a norms oo. Just because of the aviation whatever that had sir peace cancel their flight and he desperately wanted to be home to celebrate Easter with his young family....
RIP sir...
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