Tributes

My lovely, wonderful mum recently passed away after a brief bout with cancer.

Throughout this journey, I saw her struggling to make sense of what was happening to her. Esophageal cancer is an aggressive one and for most patients, by the time they experience symptoms, it has spread already. That was the case with mum, by the time we found out,…Read More

A Tribute to the late Lady Joy Chidobem (Nee Chime)

My dearest Joy Lady we are very grieved that you have left us and passed on to glory to be at the right hand of the Lord God in heaven. You as my darling late brother Supac’s wife were my darling wife and bossom friend until death did us part. We spent so many happy years together and looked f…Read More

Epitome of Womanhood
After losing my mum at an early age, I have been extremely fortunate and seemingly privileged to have had Grandma as my mother.
As her daughter-in-law, the kids and I are always eager to be in her presence, she has the personality of a complete woman worthy of emulation, she is fierce in loving, kind in heart, and strong in…Read More

Mummy, i still find it hard to believe that you are gone. We prayed and trusted God that you will be fine, However the omniscient God who knows all, called you to his blossom , hence i cry no more but rejoice that you are with him in heaven and will continue your prayers for us all.

Mummy, you lived an exemplary christian life and your attitude…Read More

My dearest mummy Mrs Joy Nkechi Agatha Chidobem.

You were a blessing to those who knew you, with your selfless spirit, gentle prayers, and devotion to the rosary. You were a mother to all, offering comfort and care to those around you. You were a light in this world, and your memory will be a comfort to us all. You will be greatly missed, but…Read More

Grandma, I don’t even know what to say. There are so many things you were supposed to be around for and it kills me to know you won’t be there. I think of you everyday and all the memories we have. I wish there were more everyday. I wish there would be a time in the year I would look forward to, knowing you were coming to visit. Grams, there are…Read More

TRIBUTE TO OUR ICON – BIG MAMA
We call her Big Mama or Momsy depending on the mood in the house. 
My first encounter with Big Mama was during our journey to becoming family: the solemnization of Mary Friday and Chijioke Chidobem. 
It was a relief and noteworthy that our daughter was marrying into a decent Igbo Christian home.
I will share two…Read More

A tribute to my darling Aunty Joy!

I want to share a story about my aunty Joy, that some of you may not know. She was the first aunty of mine to marry one of my uncles, Uncle Sylva who we all called uncle Supac. My mom being his older sister, so of course I was one of her flower girls at their wedding along with her sister Nkiru Chime. She made…Read More

Tribute to Joy Nkechi Agatha Chidobem by Chimdi Chime (Niece)
Joy Nkechi Agatha Chidobem or as I call her, aunty Lagos was the eldest sister to my father Chika O. Chime and, to me, a wonderful aunty. Aunty Lagos was a light you wanted to cling unto, she always brought vibrance and a positive uplifting energy whenever she walked into a room. She…Read More

Tribute to A Special Aunty
My deepest condolences to the entire Chidobem family on the loss of an amazing mother, sister, aunt and grandmother. Aunty Nkechi Joy Chidobem was a beautiful soul and I’m sad she had to leave us this soon. Her bright spirit and enthusiasm will always be remembered.
My prayers are with the entire family.
May her g…Read More

TRIBUTE TO A DARLING SISTER

Yes, a very difficult task, indeed – having to write this tribute to a darling and quintessential sister: “Sister Me”.

Of a fact, I started writing this tribute in my heart a couple of weeks ago but my courage kept failing me to pen it down and now, one day after the closing date for the submission of tribu…Read More

One of the most thoughtful, strong and resilient people I know, she inspired me to stay motivated in the things I love.
She was not one to believe in the idea of giving up and rarely ever lost faith in herself other people or God and that was what made her so special. Some of my favorite memories with her happened recently as over the summer,…Read More

You know I never knew Aunty’s name….Aunty Joy! What a fitting name for a joyful lady! Growing up I came to your house for years, i lived down the road on Ogunlana drive and i remember i always felt welcomed when ever i visited. I felt peaceful when ever i was at your home. Blessed memories of you and all the kids, i was always smiling when i…Read More

Farewell Message to Mama Joy Nkechi Agatha Chidobem

The Entire Resource Management (RM) Team of the World Bank Country Office in Abuja, Nigeria expresses their condolences to the entire family of the Chidobems, and Chimes on the passing of our mother, grandmother, and Sister of our beloved Boss – Sir Chika Ozo Chime, The Ome Ise of Udi T…Read More

EULOGY TO A CHAIR LEADER MUMMY JOY NKECHI AGATHA CHIDOBEM

It is with heavy heart that I pen down this eulogy to a wonderful woman. A woman of excellence, a dear sister, friend and chair leader Auntie Nkechi Joy Chidobem. You were a woman of substance, intellect, insightful, articulate, organized, of kind disposition, friendly and a go getter.…Read More

Tribute to Big Mummy
Big Mummy, Big Aunty or Aunty Lagos as she’s often referred to was one of a kind. Her demeanour never depicted her age at all. She was always so full of life, laughter and playful. When you meet or encounter her, your first impression will be to immediately give her her due respect because of the kind of aura she possesses b…Read More