Effiong Essien Essiet
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Effiong Essien Essiet was born on the 17th March 1946 to his father, Chief Essien Essiet of Adiabo Okurikang in Odukpani LGA and his mother, Princess Gloria Archibong of Diamond Abapa clan, Calabar Municipal Council all in Cross River State where he spent his early childhood. He attended Sacred Heart Primary School and Duke Town Secondary School in Calabar, Cross Rivers State. At an early age, he moved to Lagos State, Nigeria where he was gainfully employed by the Nigerian Customs Service. He was seconded to work with Kakawa House as a Customs Officer. As a firm believer in Education, Effy travelled to Cardiff, England to study Marketing. Upon completion of his studies, he moved to London, England to further his studies in Advanced Marketing where he met his wife, Ibigoni Agolia. In 1977, he returned to Nigeria and he started his career in Marketing, Logistics and Shipping with the Nigerian Port Authority (NPA) Apapa, Lagos. During this time, he learnt the act of running and developing a business. In 1979, he married the love of his life. He was employed by Peterson Zochonis Nigeria (PZ Cusson) where he continued to practice his profession in Marketing, Customer Acquisition and Retention, running and developing the business. He grew to become an Executive Manager (Controller) for PZ Apapa, where he was in charge of Tincan, Wharf and Creek Road Apapa activities/facilities until his retirement in 2005. During this time, dad picked an interest in Specialized Logistics Services. After retirement, Dad returned to his hobby/interest and started a business in specialized logistics services. He thrived in this business until 22 April, 2020 when he was called by God to his reward. Our dad, Mr. Effiong Essiet was a workaholic. A great man with sound and thorough values and a strong belief in the everlasting benefits of good education. Daddy was diligent to a fault, witty,intelligent and full of integrity. Soar high with God's angels daddy. Even if you have left us physically, your footprints live on. Love from Iby, Adaiha-Akpan, Ekama, Mmama and Etete.
Condolences
Bibobra Ikporo
You no doubt gave your children the beautiful life that we see and admire today. Little wonder why your daughter Ann Obuebite, an epitome of beauty and knowledge got so far. Farewell daddy. May your beautiful soul rest in God's bosom.
Betty Johnson
My sincere condolences to you my dear Ann and to the entire family. The Bible says in all things we should give thanks to him. I pray God continues to strengthen you all and fill the vaccum that has been created. Take heart for the lord is with you. Sending you loads of hugs and kisses. Betty and the boys.
Rose James
Ann Dear, May God give you and you family the fortitude to bear your loss. Heaven has gained an Angel. A special one who will join others to watch over you and your family . Accept my condolences. Regards to all. It is well.
Hilda George
Good Father. Indeed, this world is not our home; we are just sojourners passing through. So sad to hear the news of your father, Mr Effiong Essien Essiet. Papa spent his life well to have a daughter like you and your other siblings, my dear friend and sister, Mrs Anne Oboibite. Take heart, death is inevitable and we can’t question God. May his gentle soul Rest In Peace. Hilda George.
Wynyfred
Eternal rest, grant unto him o Lord and let perpetual light shine upon him. May Pa. Effiong Essiet's soul rest in peace. Dear Charlotte, Ann, Sophia and Etete, may God strengthen you through these trying times. May you find comfort in the many beautiful memories created with your Dad. It is said, 'to live in the hearts of those you love, is never to die'.
Damilola Oladiran
I know for certain that we never lose the people we love, even to death. They continue to participate in every act, thought and decision we make. Their love leaves an indelible imprint in our memories.” —Leo Buscaglia I’m lighting a candle in your dear loved one’s honor
Ikioumoton
Accept my heart felt condolences and may God fill d vacuum created by his demise
Dr. Brilliance Anyanwu
Dr Ann, Put your hope and trust in the Lord because he gives and he takes. Death indeed is inevitable. I pray God to give your family the fortitude to bear this loss at this time. Be assured that your dad is resting in the Lord. May his gentle soul rest in peace, Amen.
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