Agara expresses profound appreciation after successful burial of mother in-law.
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Engineer Magnus Agara has expressed his heartfelt appreciation to all guests, well-wishers and sympathizers who stood by his family during the burial ceremony of his beloved mother-in-law.The burial, which commenced in Azumini on Friday, October 23, 2026, attracted a massive turnout of people from far and near.
In a statement of appreciation made available to newsmen, Engineer Magnus Agara disclosed to Umuaka Times that he was overwhelmed by the show of love and solidarity by many who attended the burial ceremony against all odds. He specially thanked his home community, Amurie Omanze in Isu LGA of Imo State, for turning out en masse, as well as friends, colleagues, associates and family members who travelled from across Nigeria to Azumini in Ukwa East LGA of Abia State to honour his mother-in-law.
“I lack words to thank everyone. From my community Amurie Omanze to Abia, Imo, Rivers, Lagos, Abuja and across the country, you made huge sacrifices. You left your businesses, offices and homes to mourn with us. May God Almighty replenish you abundantly,” Agara stated in a statement he made available to Umuaka Times.
Engineer Agara also extended his gratitude to all VIPs, traditional rulers, political leaders, elders and several title holders who graced the occasion. In a special manner he thanked the members of the Deeper Life Bible Church and all other churches and ministers of God for their spiritual support, prayers and powerful ministration during the burial.
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), the Nigeria Police Force and the Nigerian Army got a pat on the back respectively from Chief Agara for maintaining peace, order and traffic control before, during and after the burial ceremony.
Not left out in the appreciation message were all corporate bodies, companies, business associates and professional groups for their support and presence during the 2 day event.Youth groups, women groups, in-laws, friends and neighbours were also not left out.
While thanking God for a successful burial, Engineer Agara lamented the unfortunate road accident involving one of the buses conveying guests back to Imo State after the burial. He expressed deep sadness over the incident and wished all the injured victims a speedy and complete recovery, praying that God would restore their health and grant them divine healing. He prayed that such an incident will never happen again and thanked all medical personnel and good Samaritans who responded swiftly at the scene.
Finally, Agara prayed for journey mercies upon all guests as they returned to their various destinations and asked God to bless everyone who contributed in cash, kind and prayers towards the successful burial of his mother in-law the late Mrs Irene Ifinibie Fannahs Nnah.
