Famous journalist and columnist, Ray Ekpu, is grieving over the demise of his wife, Uyai, an educationist and personnel manager.
Uyai who had been married to Ekpu more than 45 years initially hailed from Ibiono Ibom Local Government Area of Akwa Ibom.
The grieving Ray Ekpu announced her demise to Straightnews Online in a statement he signed on Wednesday.
Aged 73, Mrs. Ekpu died on April 21, following a brief illness.
The statement read, “Uyai was a distinguished staff member of the Centre for Management Development (CMD), where she served until her retirement in 2011 as an Acting Director in the Management Education and Training Department.
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“Uyai was a scholar of remarkable achievements, holding a Bachelor of Arts degree in English, a Master’s degree in Library Science from the University of Ibadan, Oyo State, and a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the Enugu State University of Technology, Enugu State.
“Additionally, she earned diplomas from the Maastricht School of Management and the Ghana Institute of Management and Personnel Administration, Ghana.
“Uyai epitomised the virtues of family, community service, and inclusivity. Her life was characterised by a deep-rooted compassion and devotion to God.”
“Uyai is survived by her husband, Ray Ekpu, and three children: Elu Ray Mbakwe, Mfoniso Ray Ekpu, and Edikan Ray Osho.
“She leaves behind six grandchildren, as well as her elder sister, Eneanwan Inyang, a retired educator, and a multitude of other relatives.”
Confirming the demise to Straightnews publisher on a telephone on Wednesday, April 24, Ekpu said since her sickness, he had taken her to United Kingdom and other countries for treatment, but to no avail.
He thanked God for her well-lived life and prayed for repose of her soul.
Ekpu, who previously served as Editor-in-chief and Chief Executive Officer of Newswatch Magazine, said details regarding the funeral arrangements for his wife would be communicated in due course.
