Enugu based Business mogul Meshach Offordire, joined his host of distinguished colleagues to pay his final respects to Mrs. Grace Nwoma Onyima, the late mother of Hon. Humphrey Onyima, CEO of Leadership Scorecard Magazine, at her burial ceremony held on January 7, 2024. The funeral, which took place in Mrs. Onyima's country home in Mgbowo, Awgu Local Government Area, Enugu State, was a great event attended by friends, family, and well-wishers who came together to honor her remarkable life.
Offordire, a close friend of the Onyima family, is the CEO of Chilitaste Restaurant and Bar in Lekki, Lagos, and the Managing Director of Meshach Integrated Services in Victoria Island, Lagos. His presence at the ceremony was a testament to his strong bond with the Onyima family and, particularly, his friendship with Hon. Humphrey Onyima. As one of Nigeria’s leading businessmen, Offordire’s attendance underscored the deep respect he holds for the Onyima family and the legacy Mrs. Onyima leaves behind.
Among other prominent figures who attended the burial were Chief Chukwudi Nnaji (Onwa Igwurubeze), CEO of Rowe Oil, Chief Friday Emeka Edeh (FACO), Chairman of Castle Majestic Hotel Enugu and President of Fricono International, Chief Sly Ngwu, retired Deputy Controller of the Nigeria Customs Service, and Prince Okwy Agbo, CEO of Prince Agbo & Associates Ltd., a renowned real estate company based in Enugu. These influential individuals, who are close friends of the Onyima family, paid their respects, honoring Mrs. Onyima’s life and legacy.
At the burial, Offordire shared his heartfelt condolences with Hon. Humphrey Onyima and his family. He praised Mrs. Onyima for her unwavering faith, selfless service to the community, and the love she extended to all who knew her. Offordire described her as a woman of grace and strength, whose profound influence will be felt for generations to come.
The service, which was attended by a large crowd of mourners, included both family members and local community members who gathered to remember Mrs. Onyima. In his address, Offordire spoke about Mrs. Onyima’s remarkable qualities, her leadership in the community, and her role as a nurturing matriarch. The ceremony was a reflection of her lifelong commitment to family, faith, and service, as mourners shared personal stories of her kindness and dedication.
The burial ceremony itself was a solemn moment, as Mrs. Onyima was laid to rest in the company of her loved ones. Offordire, alongside his colleagues, participated in the rites and reaffirmed their commitment to supporting the Onyima family in their time of grief.
In a moment of unity, the group of friends, including High Chief Emeka Edeh, Chief Sly Ngwu, and Prince Okwy Agbo, expressed their solidarity with Hon. Humphrey Onyima, offering their support and condolences. They each pledged to stand with the Onyima family in the days ahead, ensuring they were not alone as they mourned the loss of a beloved mother and community leader.
The funeral of Mrs. Grace Nwoma Onyima was not just a goodbye, but a celebration of a life well-lived. Offordire and his colleagues left the event with a renewed sense of purpose, inspired by the legacy of a woman who devoted her life to service, love, and unity. The Onyima family was surrounded by an unwavering support system of friends and colleagues, ensuring that while Mrs. Onyima’s physical presence may be gone, her spirit and impact would continue to guide and inspire those who knew her.
