The National Association of Ohafia Students (NAOS) Alumni, University of Calabar (UNICAL) chapter, has penned a moving tribute to one of its distinguished members, Barr. Sally Okereke, who passed away on December 24, 2024.
In a statement signed by Hon. Kalu Prince-Iroha and Chief Stanley Mba on behalf of the alumni body, the association described her passing as a painful loss, not just to her family but also to the entire Ohafia and UNICAL communities.
Barr. Okereke served as Vice President of NAOS UNICAL during the 1998/99 session, leaving a lasting impact through her leadership, advocacy, and commitment to justice. The alumni body praised her as a beacon of hope and inspiration, noting that she tirelessly fought for students’ welfare and promoted justice and equality.
“She embodied the spirit of leadership with grace, integrity, and compassion, always putting the needs of others before her own,” the statement read.
Her tenure in NAOS UNICAL was marked by unity and a strong sense of camaraderie among students, as she championed academic excellence and social justice. Even beyond her student leadership, she carved a niche for herself in the legal profession, becoming a voice for justice and inspiring many young people to pursue their dreams with determination.
As preparations are underway to lay her to rest on March 28, 2025, her colleagues and friends reflect on the profound impact she made in her lifetime. The alumni group extended heartfelt condolences to her family, affirming that her legacy of service, love, and justice will never be forgotten.
“Her laughter, wisdom, and unwavering spirit will be dearly missed but never forgotten. We stand with her family in this time of grief, and we honor her memory by striving to uphold the values she lived by,” the tribute concluded.
May her soul rest in peace.
