The ancient town of Owhelogbo in Isoko North Local Government Area was agog with solemnity and reverence on Friday as family, friends, clerics and dignitaries gathered at St. Stephen’s Anglican Church for the funeral service of Mrs. Joan Elo Edafioghor, the Oni-Ewheya of Ogboje, who passed on at the remarkable age of 92.
Representing Governor Sheriff Oborevwori, the State Commissioner for Works (Highways and Urban Roads), Comrade Reuben Izeze, delivered the Governor’s tribute, describing the late Mrs. Edafioghor as “a pillar of faith, dignity and strength who devoted herself to the service of God, her community and the upbringing of accomplished children and grandchildren.”
Bishop of Oleh Diocese, Rt. Revd. John Aruakpor, highlighted three cardinal truths from John 11:25–26, emphasizing Jesus’ promise of eternal life and warning about the reality of eternity.
The service was also attended by Bishop of Warri Diocese, Rt. Revd. Christian Ide, and Bishop of Ozoro Diocese, Rt. Revd. Benjamin Idume, who joined in commending the late matriarch’s life of faith and service.
Senior child of the Deceased Mr Federick Edafioghor an Engineer who spoke on behalf of his siblings appreciated Guests who came from far and near to honour them .
For their part, members of Hussey college old student Association and some invited guests at the event all applauded the show of Love and unity among the children of the deceased calling on all of them to keep the unity going..
Mama Joan Elo Edafioghor is survived by Nine Children including immediate permanent secretary , Ministry of work, Asaba and Retired Brigadier General Efe Edafioghor
Dignitaries present included Chief of Staff to the Governor, Hon. Johnson Erijo, former Secretary to the State Government, Chief Ovuozourie Macaulay, and General Officer Commanding 6 Division, Nigerian Army, Port Harcourt, Maj.-Gen. Emmanuel Emekah, Hussey College Old Students Association, Amongst others
