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By Sunny A. David, Awka
The Governing Council, management, and staff of Federal Polytechnic, Oko, Anambra State, on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, gathered at St. Augustine’s Chaplaincy for a valedictory Mass in honour of the institution’s late Bursar, Mr. Stephen Udu.
The solemn ceremony brought together members of the Polytechnic community, family, friends, and associates who came to celebrate the life of a man remembered for his humility, dedication, and service.
In her tribute, the Rector, Dr. Chioma Irene Awuzie, described Mr. Udu as “a pillar of strength, a consummate professional, and a man whose integrity and warmth touched everyone he met.” She added that the event was not merely to bid farewell but to celebrate a life devoted to the institution’s progress and stability.
Delivering the homily, the Catholic Bishop of Nnewi Diocese, Most Rev. Dr. Jonas Benson Okoye, reminded attendees of the transience of life and urged them to live meaningfully through faith, love, and compassion. “We are all visitors on earth; the best way to honour the departed is to live with purpose and kindness,” he said.
Among those present were the former Rector, Engr. Dr. Francisca Unoma Nwafulugo; Governing Council members Mr. Chibuzor Asomugha, Dr. Helen Nnabuenyi, Dr. Egwuchukwu Ifensor, and Prince Johnpaul Udoaku; as well as the Mayor of Orumba North Local Government Area, Barrister Casmir Nwafor.
The atmosphere was filled with both grief and gratitude grief for the loss of a dedicated administrator, and gratitude for a life that exemplified service, integrity, and humanity. Mr. Udu was remembered not only as a skilled bursar but as a kind, humble, and compassionate individual whose legacy will endure in the hearts of many.
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