The coffin of Dr Chike Akunyili, the late husband of former Minister of Information and Director-General of National Agency for Food and Drugs Administration Control (NAFDAC), Dora Akunyili lay in state in the early hours of today at his house in Agulu, Anambra State.
Grieving family members were present to honour the deceased.
Angel network news gathered that the former governor of Anambra State peter obi was also present at the burial.
Pontifical Requiem Mass for the deceased come’s up at Madonna Catholic Church, Agulu, under Anaocha local government area of Anambra State, followed by interment at his country home.
Dr Akunyili, a medical doctor was assassinated by unknown gunmen on September 29, 2021, in Anambra State.
Burial activities had begun on Thursday, 18th November, with Mass at the Knights Temple at Holy Ghost Cathedral, Enugu.
There will be a condolence visit by in-laws, friends and well-wishers on Friday, while thanksgiving service will occur at Madonna Catholic Church, Agulu on Sunday.
