Governor Alex Otti of Abia State on Friday described the late mother of the founder of Gregory University, Prof. Gregory Ibe as a nurturer of dreams.
- +Otti hails late mother of Gregory varsity founder
Otti stated this in Uturu, Isuikwuato Local Government Area, the country home of the founder of Gregory University Uturu, on the occasion of the burial of his mother, Ugoeze Margaret Ibe.
Otti stated this in Uturu, Isuikwuato Local Government Area, the country home of the founder of Gregory University Uturu, on the occasion of the burial of his mother, Ugoeze Margaret Ibe.
Represented by his Chief of Staff, Pastor Caleb Ajagba, Otti said, “We are here not only to mourn, but to celebrate a life well lived — a life of sacrifice, strength, and enduring values.
“Your late mother was not just a parent; she was a builder of character, a nurturer of dreams, and a pillar whose influence is clearly reflected in the life and achievements of her son, including the establishment of Gregory University Uturu.
“Her legacy is evident in the generations she raised, the values she instilled, and the impact she made within her family and community. It is often said that behind every great man is a woman of virtue, discipline, and vision. Today, we recognise and honour that truth.”
Otti assured the family that “the government and people of Abia State stand with you in this moment of grief. We share in your loss, and we pray that God grants you the strength to bear it. While death is an inevitable passage, the pain of losing a loved one, especially a mother, is profound.
“We encourage you to find comfort in the impactful life your mother lived. Her memory will continue to inspire, guide, and strengthen you in the years ahead. Indeed, those who live well never truly die; they live on in the hearts of those they touched and in the values they passed on.”
In his tribute, Prof. Gregory Ibe, the first son, described her as “a mentor” whose “greatest desire was that we, your children, would continue on the path of righteousness which you laid for us as a solid foundation.”
According to the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives, Benjamin Kalu, in his tribute, “While the loss of a mother leaves a void that words can scarcely fill, we are comforted by the treasured memories of her love, guidance, and remarkable impact.
“It is also gratifying that she bequeathed a distinguished family and touched countless lives through whom her legacy will continue to live on.”
In his homily, Rev. Fr. Stanislaus Onwuka of the Catholic Church, Uturu, urged the living to live a life worthy of emulation.
