Ngozi Okonkwo

Dear Ngozi, I remember you from secondary school as a kind, gentle and God fearing person. It’s not surprising to read about how wonderfully you impacted people later on in your life. Thank you for remaining a beautiful person both inside and out. May God comfort your family during this difficult time. Rest In Peace.

I never had many direct interactions with you but I did with most of the team around you and witnessed first hand how you impacted their lives and work. You maintained a high standard of work with an impeccable work ethic while also being warm and gracious. You will be sorely missed. Rest well in the bosom of the Lord.

Continue to Rest in Peace.

Tribute to a Star, Dearest Clo, The tears cannot stop falling! How can I forget the words of advice you always had for me on how to become better and excel. How can I forget the commendation you lavished on me at the last Company’s games. As Team Captain, I left the team’s trophy with you because I wanted you to be the next team captain, alas! God had bigger and better plans for you. How can I forget the celebration lunch you hosted and the spa treatment you recommended. How can I forget how you always called me specially” Kelechi” (my Igbo name), you said I always reminded you of your son, “ I won’t call you Funmi” you always said with a smile. How can I forget how passionate you were about women empowerment, women leaders and women excelling. At the last Women’s meeting I attended, you encouraged women to work harder, better, help each other up and look out for each another. How can I forget your smile, not to mention your calmness, grace, tact, strength, and passion to excel. I cannot forget you! Keep Shinning! I will surely miss you.

I have no words to express your sudden exit. May you rest in the bosom of the Lord.

Graceful, calm, and always with a warm smile. Ngozi was a true professional respected by all. May the LORD Almighty comfort the family she left behind and may her soul rest in Peace. Amen

CLO, my interactions with you have always been on the professional side. You've closed plethora of commercial transactions with such finesse and excellence, a rare feat for most in-house counsel on this side of the planet. You were committed to excellence and kept faith with the dream of advancing the cause of female gender. I was looking forward to your induction as a member of the Institute of Chartered Secretaries and Administrators but God has already put you on his fast-track back to His bosom. You flourished on earth, I am certain you will flourish in the life hereafter.

You were so awesome, your presence commanded respect, You were so easy to be around, you made younger women feel seen and valued. It is unbelievable to think I will never see you walk through the office hallways again. Thank you for leading by example, for showing us how to be strong even when things are not perfect. I am so glad I met you! Rest with God. Thank you for everything.