…Remembers his impactful life of service, tradition
The people of Enugwu-Ukwu, Umunri, and beyond are mourning the passing of Ozonkpu Chief Felix Egwuchukwuka Ajekwu (Ogbunaechendo Enugwu-Ukwu na Umunri), a distinguished traditional leader, accomplished professional, and renowned philanthropist whose life was defined by service, integrity, and community development.
Born in Ibeagwa, Nsukka, Chief Ajekwu was the first child in a family of ten. He spent his formative years in Onitsha, where his father became a successful palm kernel merchant. He received his early education at Central School, Onitsha, and later attended the prestigious Dennis Memorial Grammar School (DMGS), where he excelled academically and in sports, earning recognition as a talented cricketer.
Chief Ajekwu studied Estate Management at the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, and built a distinguished career as an Estate Surveyor and Valuer. He began his professional journey with the National Electric Power Authority (NEPA), where his work took him across the length and breadth of Nigeria, safeguarding critical national assets. He later served as Property Manager at the Nigeria National Supply Company and went on to oversee First Bank’s East Banking Operations properties. Until his passing, he remained the Principal Partner of Ajekwu Associates, a firm with projects across major Nigerian cities.
Beyond his professional achievements, Chief Ajekwu was deeply rooted in culture and tradition. He was initiated into Ekwu Ifiteani in 1979 and later into the revered Ozo Enugwu-Ukwu Institution, rising to become a highly respected leader and reformer within these bodies. His contributions strengthened traditional institutions and preserved cultural heritage.
A quiet philanthropist and peacemaker, he championed scholarships, skills acquisition programmes, rural electrification, and community infrastructure. He is survived by his wife, children, grandchildren, and extended family.
His legacy lives on in the lives he touched, the institutions he strengthened, and the community he loved.
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