Dora Akunyili's husband writes posthumous birthday message to her

Chike Akunyili, the husband of late NAFDAC Chief and former information minister, Dora Akunyili, today wrote a touching posthumous birthday message to her on her facebook page. Yesterday, July 14th was her birthday and she would have been 60 years.

The late, Dora Akunyili passed away on June 7th after battling with Cancer.

Read message below


WE MISS YOU, MUMMY
-By Chike Akunyili & Children
Our darling Dora would have been 60 yesterday
(July 14) if she were to be alive
But she is no more – felled 37 days ago by the
mortal enemy, death, on Saturday, June 7, 2014.
Beloved Dora,
You had eagerly looked forward to this day
But, alas! you never lived to see it.
We deeply love you, Mummy
It was our wish never to let you go
But when death comes, what can we do than to
submit to the will of the Almighty?
Beloved Dora,
We very sincerely admire the decent character in
you and those dreams of a golden future for
Nigeria.  Read more after the cut


For which you were ever ready to sacrifice your
life during your days as NAFDAC DG
Without good people in politics, good leadership
will remain elusive
Thus your hunger to make Nigeria a great brand
via “Good People, Great Nation”.
Your life was an enduring legacy of truth, courage,
integrity, love of your country, pursuit of
excellence, love of your family and friends, and
total devotion to God.
Your commitment to any undertaking attained
force and vigor that will surely travel through the
centuries.
You never held back whatever you could do for
the common good.
Your numerous good deeds, infectious smiles,
peaceful but firm nature, steely personality and
motherly love are all unforgettable.
No amount of darkness can overpower the candle
you lit and raised high for all to see.
In pain the children and I accept your exit.
He who is love hath called thee home
And bade thee thy labour cease.
Thou art safe in His eternal love and never ending
peace.
Dora, lay down thy head on thy Saviour’s breast
(as you usually did on mine whenever you were
extremely tired).
Nigerians all eulogise you and appreciate the
numerous trees you planted for future generations
to enjoy.
WE LOVE YOU DEARLY BUT GOD LOVES YOU
MORE
SLEEP PEACEFULLY IN HIS BOSSOM.
PEACE, PERFECT PEACE, DORA THE AMAZON.
From Your darling Husband Chike Akunyili
And our gems:
Ijeoma
Edozie
Somto
Njideka
Chidiogo
Obumneme