The Speaker, Anambra State House of Assembly, Right Honourable Uche Okafor has assured that the house will sustain its relationship with the immediate family of Late Honourable Okechukwu Okoye, who was gruesomely murdered by his kidnappers in May this year.

 

The Speaker gave the assurance during the burial ceremony of the late Okoye at his country home, Ozala Village, Isuofia, Aguata Council Area.

Right Honourable Okafor encouraged his immediate family, siblings, constituents and the entire people of Isuofia Community to be strong as Anambra State House of Assembly will take care of the deceased family to fill the vacuum created by his death.

 

The Speaker also spoke of the commitment of the state government and law enforcement agents to fishing out the killers of the late Honourable Okoye for them to face the full wrath of the law.

On his part, a brother to the deceased, Brother David Okoye said they are still in shock over the untimely death of their beloved brother and expressed appreciation to the legislators for the honour.

 

Among the dignitaries that graced the occasion were Governor Soludo, Cardinal Nominee and Bishop of Ekwulobia Catholic Diocese, Most Reverend Peter Okpalaeke, the Deputy Governor, Dr. Onyekachukwu Ibezim, members of Anambra State House of Assembly and State Executive Council among others.