CRS: Yakurr Nation Extolls Virtues of Late Prof. Ibiang Oden Ewa
Hannah ARIKPO
The people of Yakurr local government area in Cross River state have extolled the virtues of a great Patriarch, erudite Scholar and Political Strategist, Professor Ibiang Oden Ewa, who answered the glorious call on May eleven, 2025
Until his demise, Prof. Ewa, father of the Cross River Commissioner of Special Duties and Intergovernmental Relations, Hon. Oden Ewa was a University Don who has taught in various tertiary institutions within and outside the shores of Nigeria including the University of Calabar, Uyo in Akwa Ibom State among others.
According to the funeral obsequies signed on behalf of the bereaved family, Hon Oden Ewa states that a night of tribute is slated for Friday August eight, 2025 at the family compound, Okpakolo farm road, Ugep, Yakurr local government area while the remains will be interred on Saturday August nine at the deceased family compound as Thanksgiving service will hold on Sunday August ten, 2025
The Governor, Cross River state, Senator Prince Bassey Edet Otu was among the first to pay condolence visit to Hon Oden Ewa's family while tributes keep pouring in from friends, groups and well wishers.
Notable among them was from a former Presidential Aid to the presidency, Chief Barr Okoi Obono-Obla who described late Professor Ewa's impact on the academic environment and political sphere as truly remarkable, adding that his dedication to knowledge, mentorship and public service inspired countless individuals.
"His legacy will continue to motivate future generations to strive for excellence.
We celebrate the life of a man whose good character, humility and kindness touched the lives of many.
Professor Ewa's commitment to excellence, passion, knowledge and his love for humanity will forever be remembered". Obono-Obla acknowledged.
Others consoled that the decease's legacy will serve as a beacon of inspiration for future generations because he touched many lives through his selfless countless acts of kindness,
"Death has taken away a rare gem, self - effacing intellect, widely respected and well mannered but strict disciplinarian". They extolled.
