Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 - Politics

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Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by fergie001(mod): 9:04pm On Oct 25

The Ogwashi-Uku Kingdom in Aniocha South Local Government Area of Delta State is in mourning following the death of Professor Kamene Okonjo, mother of the kingdom’s traditional ruler, Obi (Dr) Ifechukwude Anishi Okonjo II, and Director-General of the World Trade Organisation (WTO), Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala.

The renowned sociologist and matriarch of the Umu Obi Obahai Royal Family died on Friday, aged 96.

She was the wife of the late Obi (Professor) Chukwuka Okonjo, the immediate past traditional ruler of Ogwashi-Uku, with whom she shared 66 years of marriage.

In a statement issued on Sunday, the Palace Secretary, Prince Ifeakanachukwu Emordi, said the royal family was mourning an exceptional woman whose life was marked by intellectual brilliance, humility, compassion and commitment to humanity.

The statement described the late Professor Okonjo as an internationally recognised sociologist who distinguished herself through her academic achievements, intellectual contributions and lifelong advocacy for women’s rights and empowerment.

“She was a woman of exceptional intellect, yet possessed a rare gentleness of spirit, humility and grace that endeared her to everyone privileged to know her,” the statement said.

It added that her achievements transcended Ogwashi-Uku and Nigeria, earning her international recognition and respect within academic and intellectual circles. BuyMaps

The statement described her as an embodiment of scholarship, womanhood, motherhood and service to society.

Beyond her professional accomplishments, Prof. Okonjo was a devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother, as well as a pillar of the royal family.

The statement added that her wisdom, kindness, quiet strength, and exemplary character would remain an enduring source of inspiration for future generations.

“While we mourn her passing, we celebrate a life exceptionally well lived,” the statement added.

It said the deceased left a lasting legacy of scholarship, service, family values, and advocacy for the dignity and advancement of women.

The royal family expressed confidence in its Christian faith, saying it drew comfort from the belief that she was resting peacefully with the Lord after completing her earthly journey with grace and distinction.

The family also extended its condolences to the reigning Obi of Ogwashi-Uku and to the deceased’s children, including Dr. Okonjo-Iweala, Dr Njideka Okonjo-Udochi, Prince Onyema Okonjo and Prince Chichi Okonjo, as well as their spouses, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and the wider Okonjo family.

The statement urged the people of Ogwashi-Uku to join the royal family in celebrating the late professor’s life and legacy.

It described her as a remarkable daughter of the kingdom whose contributions to scholarship and humanity would endure.

https://thenationonlineng.net/just-in-okonjo-iwealas-mother-prof-kamene-okonjo-dies-at-96/

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by fergie001(mod): 9:06pm On Oct 25

When she celebrated her mother af 95

https://www.nairaland.com/8397562/ngozi-okonjo-iweala-celebrates-mother-kamene#134971903

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by zoedew: 9:11pm On Oct 25

Mama Ngo Okonjo-Iweala do please be consoled.

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by Flangelo12: 9:35pm On Oct 25

May her soul rest in peace.

🙏🏾

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by PheelzAlmighty: 9:35pm On Oct 25

God rest her soul...

The remaining girls are shouting " Men dey" up and down like m0r0n5

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by LagosOrigin: 9:35pm On Oct 25

Chei

Strong woman

She lived a fulfilled life , rest in peace ma

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by Racoon(m): 9:36pm On Oct 25*

The legendary mother of the distinguished NOI. Rest on madam

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by Mario619(m): 9:36pm On Oct 25

You achieved and attended greatness..... May God rest your soul

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by Kobicove(m): 9:37pm On Oct 25

Rest In Peace madam!

She lived to a ripe age

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by DrAda(f): 9:38pm On Oct 25*

Nice. Love seeing accomplished women particularly in the education sector. Rest in peace ma

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by Gotocourt: 9:40pm On Oct 25

Ooooooo, after subsidy cabals kidnap ordeal.
RIP

Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by OlaOfLagos(m): 9:42pm On Oct 25

God bless the dead amen n

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by OlaOfLagos(m): 9:43pm On Oct 25

God bless the dead. Amenn

Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by Melagros(m): 9:45pm On Oct 25

COMRADES, may we also live long like her, to live 96 no be beans oo because the way middle-aged/ young people dey die these days is shocking

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by lebienconnu(m): 9:46pm On Oct 25

Rest in peace ma'am. You came, you saw, you conquered.

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by Oxb90: 9:48pm On Oct 25

For being the mother of an world accomplished woman, she is really a blessed woman. May the good lord grant her soul an eternal rest. Amen.

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by Sabadon(m): 9:48pm On Oct 25

eiya, RIP nne oma, you gave us NOI you ve lived a fulfilled life

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by Danzuba: 9:49pm On Oct 25

TO OUR GREAT GOLDEN GIRLS (THE 3Gs)
IN THE STREETS:

IF YOU LIVE AND VALUE YOUR LIVES ❤️ LIKE THE "OKONJOS"

YAHOO BOYS WILL NOT CHEAPLY GET YOU AND PACK YOUR MEAT IN A SACK LIKE "MMESOMA"

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by Freshtruth(m): 9:50pm On Oct 25

Even her mama get money abeg is ngozi still having an unmarried female daughter do that I can go n reap for were I didn't soul

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by Chucks13: 9:50pm On Oct 25

Mama rest in peace.

I still want karma to run its course on those cabals that abducted this old woman simply Ngozi queried subsidy scam.

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by saintkel(m): 9:51pm On Oct 25

May d good Lord grant the family d fortitude to bear dis....

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by Wealthyonos(m): 9:51pm On Oct 25

She is fulfilled in all aspects of life.

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by southsouthking(m): 9:52pm On Oct 25

Erudite family, much love.

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by GERANWAOLE1988(m): 9:53pm On Oct 25

May her soul rest in perfect peace Amen.

Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by Mrexcell(m): 9:53pm On Oct 25

Rip great woman they don't make her kind anymore.

Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by Saturnalia(m): 9:54pm On Oct 25

Racoon:
The legendary mother of the distinguished NOI. Rest on mamam

The same woman wey your people kidnap for ransom.

Una overhyping is just too senseless. Like say we no know una again.

Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by CrownedPhoenix: 9:55pm On Oct 25*

PheelzAlmighty:
God rest her soul...

The remaining girls are shouting " Men dey" up and down like m0r0n5

Serious matter.

Had expected the pastor to ban those set of ladies from his church lest they corrupt those that are ready to heed counsel.

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by ajalawole(m): 9:55pm On Oct 25

What a life to celebrate... Not women of nowadays shouting "men dey" and kpaing because of iPhone and bbl

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by NGArmyTerrorist: 9:56pm On Oct 25

A life well lived. Na celebration of life not mourning. At least she didn't bury any of her children, na her children go bury her. Those who came before us, dreamed and worked to see Nigeria great but later disappointment to see leaders turn it into a z000 where even animals live better compared to humans. Very disappointing indeed.

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by Hemanwel(m): 9:57pm On Oct 25

Chai! At 96?? This is a life very well spent

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by DeltaBachelor(m): 9:57pm On Oct 25

Chai….May her soul rest in peace. Amen

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Re: Professor Kamene Okonjo Dies At 96 by ajalawole(m): 9:58pm On Oct 25

CrownedPhoenix:
Serious matter.

Had expected the pastor to ban those set of ladies from his church lest they corrupt those that are ready to need counsel.

make pastor no chop abi. Hope you know how much most of those girls dey drop on sundays. men hardly attend church h, only few who are married and do as there wife wish.

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