Chigozie Ugwu, who lost his life on December 13, 2023, while battling a midnight fire outbreak at the Motor Spare Parts Market in Coal Camp, Enugu, has been laid to rest.
He was buried amidst tears and tributes in his hometown, Ibule Umuofiagu, Ukehe, Igbo-Etiti LGA of Enugu State.
In his tribute, the Director of Enugu State Fire Service, Okwudiri Ọhaa, said the service had lost a great officer who dedicated his life to serve humanity.
Ohaa thanked the state Governor, Peter Mbah, for promising to cater for the welfare of the Senior Fire Officer’s family.
He said: “Governor Peter Ndubuisi Mbah has assured of giving the family of Senior Fire Officer, Chigozie Ugwu, maximum support.
“Ugwu was a dedicated and reliable staff that believed in humanity first.”
The former President-General of Ohaneze Ndigbo, Chief Nnia Nwodo, lauded Mbah for his compassionate approach to alleviating the hardships faced by citizens, particularly those who lost their lives in service to the state.
Nwodo, while addressing family members, colleagues and others present at the burial, also expressed his gratitude towards Governor Mbah for his genuine concern towards the well-being of the late fire officer’s family.
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“As the community mourns the passing of a dedicated public servant, the governor’s actions serve as a testament to his leadership style, prioritising empathy and support for the citizens of Enugu State,” he said.
Responding, the elder brother of the deceased, Emeka Ugwu thanked the state government and the fire service for giving his brother a befitting burial.
Ugwu however, urged the government not to renege on its promise to cater for the deceased’s family.
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