Akwa Ibom Correspondent Patrick Odey Laid to Rest

Patrick Odey, the Akwa Ibom State Correspondent for Nigeria Limited, was laid to rest in Mbube, Ogoja Local Government Area, Cross River State. He passed away recently at the age of 62, leaving behind his wife, six children, and grandchildren.

Emem Julius, the Cross River State Correspondent for Nigeria Limited, delivered a condolence message on behalf of the Board, Management, and staff, expressing heartfelt condolences to Odey's family and acknowledging his commitment to journalism. Akwa Ibom State Governor Pastor Umo Eno, through his Senior Special Assistant on Research and Documentation, Dr Essien Ndueso, described Odey's death as a significant loss to the state and media industry, commending his reporting on developmental activities in Akwa Ibom State.

Comrade Bassey Anthony, Chairman of the Correspondents’ Chapel of the Nigeria Union of Journalists in Akwa Ibom State, remembered Odey as a humble colleague who promoted excellence in journalism. Rev. Offiong Eyo of the Assemblies of God also praised Odey’s service to the church and prayed for his family's comfort.