MEMORY OF LATE CHIEF EFIONG AKPAN NKENTA (alias Ekpatu)
PREAMBLE :
Death is inevitable , as we come so shall we go without nothing, but the important thing is how one lives his lives his life on earth. What man his he that liveth and shall not see death (psalms 89 : 48)
BIRTH AND PARENTAGE :
Late chief effiong akpan udo nkenta (alias Ekpatu) was born on the 15th April 1940 into into the family of Akpan Udo Nkenta in Ankwaha and late madam Ekpe Akpan Nkenta (NNE EKPE AKPAN UMOREN) both in ikot andem itam, itu local government area Akwa ibom state.
EDUCATION :
Late chief effiong akpan udo nkentawas enrolled in west itam church of scortland mission school (C.S.M) where he obtained his certificate in 1955 which enable him to write, read and communicate effectively.
OCCUPATION:
Late Chife Effiong Akpan Nkenta had first appointment with Tiko (CDC) banana plantation company at Cameroon, as a store keeper and later came back to Nigeria and took appointment with Mother Cat Construction Company in River State. Since he was not satisfy with the mode of services of the Mother Cat company. He further transferred his servicers to Ministry of Justice Cross River State in 1979, as a Chief Bailiff. After the creation of state in 1987 he was transferred to Akwa Ibom State, West Itam District Court in Itu , Ikot Obong District Court and finally lyere District Court all in Ibiono Ibom Local Government Area, where he retired from service in 2008.
MARITAL LIFE:
As an Handsome young man he was attracted to a young beautiful, Courteous, charming damsel, Miss Grace Ekpeyong Akpan Udom in Nung Nkang family Obong Itam Itu Local Government Area. The marriage was blessed with two males and four females who are alive to bid him fare well.
CHRISTIAN LIFE
Late Chief Effing Akpan Udo Nkenta was born in to a Christian family, the Apostolic Church. He held unto his faith, grew up baptized and became a committed member in the church. Moreover he feared and loved God and also took part in all church, and was faithful till death.
SOCAL LIFE:
Late Chief Effiong Akpan Udo Nkenta (Alias Ekpatu) was very amicable, easy going , a socialist who enjoyed the company of his close associate and friends, He was generous, accommodating and a disciplinarian to the core. He was a pathfinder, epitome of knowledge and above all a between the weak and strong in the family village at large.
TRANSITION:
Since death is necessary end to every mortal on earth, we cannot question God who decided to call him to eternity on the 4th of Septemper 2019 , after a brief illness. He will be deeply missed by his Beloved wife, children, Grand-children, Great Grand children, In-laws, brothers, sisters, cousin, Nephew, Nieces and all others who loved him.
He survived by:
Mrs. Grace Effiong Nkenta wife
SON’S
Mr Aniekan effiong nkenta
Mr Nsikak Effiong Nkenta
Daughters
Mrs comfort ekerete micheal
Mrs Eno obong imo uko
Mrs Rose Enefiok Sunday
Mrs V ictoria Enefiok Nyong
Grand children
Twenty Two [22]
Great Grand children
One [1]
Daughter in law
Mrs Mary Nsikak Effiong
Son In law’s
Mr. Samuel Edward
Mr. Ekerete Micheal
Mr. Enefiok Sunday
Mr. Enefiok Nyong
Sister
Mrs. Justina akpan
Brother
Mrs. Nkenta Nkenta.
TRIBUTES
TRIBUTE TO MY HUSBAND
I have not been able to get over the reality of your demise because I get betrayed by emotion each time I think or reflect about you. My dear, you came into my life to turn things around me and also made the best out of me as your first lady. You were my best and closest friend, the pillar of strength. I married you at my youthful age and now it is only death that has separated the wonderful togetherness we had once shared. Your great legacies and achievements are displayed in the lives of your children. You were kind and dependable; you treated and showed me so much love and respect. Your transition to eternity glory has created an irreparable vacuum in my life and that of your entire family.
Asiero, sanga sung
Edima ebe mmi.
TRIBUTE TO MY FATHER
My father, I admire and respect you so much. You were a father in a million you touched so many lives and impacted so many people that crossed your path. I believe your departure from this sinful planet is a transition to a paradise. Some wise piece of advice you gave to me are not to be forgotten. It will remain evergreen in our memories , words cannot describe the vacuum u left ,but we are consoled that you are with the lord you’re always in our heart.
Adieu beloved father
Your daughter
Mrs . comfort Micheal.
TRIBUTE TO MY BELOVED FATHER
I still can’t believe that your gone, you have always being there for me. When I heard the news of your demise, I felt like someone that just lost a great fortune in life. No words can express your generosity and love, may the lord almighty grant you a peaceful rest.
Aniekan Effiong Nkenta
TRIBUTE TO MY FATHER
What is the measure of a man Is it the amount of money he has The possession he owns or the power he hold. It is the possession success he has achieved over the years. All of these are false. The true measure of a man is how much love he gives, how selflessly he shares whatever he can to help others and how he can tolerate others. Dad was immeasurable, generous, hardworking and also a disciplinarian. He was the most sincerely autistic person I have ever know with no attachment of material things. He was a god fearing man, I remain grateful and comforted knowing how much my dad positive affected the lives of others. Since death is unpredictable it has it’s specific time. Dad has overcome, he has finished the race. May his gentle soul rest in the blossom of the lord. Amen.
Your daughter
Mrs eno obong uko
APPRECIATION
We the family of late chief Effiong Akpan Udo Nkeenta, hereby express our gratitude to the almighty god for his mercy, protection and love throughout this moments of grief and bereavement. To him is all the glory.
We appreciate the apostolic church ikot andem itam district itu. We are also greatful to ministry of justice particularly, district court ibiono ibom. We cannot forget are friends, relations, family, in laws and other sympathizers for their immense contribution toward the success of their funeral. Consequently, we thank the village council, youth, nung akpan umoren family, and nung ankwaha for their useful support to the family. We pray may the good lord grant you all journey mercies back to your different destination. Amen.
MR.ANIEKAN EFFIONG NKENTA
Chief mourner
