Chief Chuck Nduka-Eze
23 Feb
The news came to me as a shock because despite his very advanced age he was blessed with an amazing robust health, which always made us forget how long he has been with us. As you recall, we commenced and heralded his centenary year just a few weeks ago with an elaborate ceremony involving all Asaba people as though it were indeed his actual birthday.
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