Pa Ekwerike To Be Laid To Rest On April 23

The funeral ceremony for the late Chief Martin Nosike Ekwerike is scheduled to take place on April 23, 2026, in his hometown, Umuikehi Orji Uratta, located in the Owerri North Local Government Area of Imo State.

Pa Ekwerike passed away on January 30, 2026, at the age of 90.

A cultural organization Nfunala Development Initiative, also known as the Orji Aborigine Congress, announced this in a statement issued on Saturday.

The association, led by Chief Amanze C. P Njoku, expressed deep sorrow at Chief Ekwerike’s passing and extended their prayers to his family, encouraging them to bear the loss with fortitude.