Remains of Sir Dr. Paddy Kemdi Njoku, a distinguished administrator, professional, community leader and devout Catholic knight, with the traditional title of Omenukoaku, will be buried on August 13, in his hometown in Imo State. He died in May this year at the age of 75
An official programme released by the funeral committee, headed by Engr (Dr.) Johnny O Chukwu, showed the funeral activities commencing with a Requiem Mass on August 3, at 5:00 p.m. at the Catholic Church of the Assumption, Asokoro, Abuja.
The program showed that a Service of Songs and Night of Tributes will be conducted on August 4, at 5:00 p.m. at Boardwalk Fun City, Plot 1001, Ibrahim Tahir Lane, Utako, Abuja. It said that family members, friends, associates and admirers will gather to celebrate his life, values and enduring legacy.
“The final funeral rites will take place on Thursday, August 13, 2026, beginning with a Funeral Mass at 12:00 noon at St. Raphael’s Catholic Church, Okwunakuwa, Uvuru, Aboh-Mbaise, Imo State, after which Dr. Njoku will be interred..”
The burial committee extended an open invitation to friends, professional colleagues, associates, community leaders and well-wishers to join the family in paying their last respects to Dr. Paddy Kemdi Njoku.
The committee described him as a man whose life was marked by service, integrity, faith and an unwavering commitment to humanity.
“As family, friends, and admirers gather to bid him farewell, they will celebrate the remarkable life and lasting legacy of Chief Sir (Dr) Paddy Kemdi Njoku KSS, KSJI, Omenukoaku; whose legacies and contributions will continue to inspire generations to come.
