By Emeka Odogwu
A devoted member of Church of God Mission International, Fada Anthony Sunday Emenanjor, popularly known as Ugwunze, today, hosted family members, friends, Christian associates, children and well-wishers to a grand celebration marking his 80th birthday
The joyous milestone took place at the Emenanjor Villa, Isu Ebii Village, Oba, in Idemili South Local Government Area of Anambra State
Fada Emenanjor is the father of Uzochukwu Ugwunze, a member of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Anambra State Council hence, journalists led by Hon. Comrade Odogwu Emeka Odogwu, PhD were there.
SERMON: THE SECRET OF LONGEVITY
In a short sermon, Rev. Murphy Orji took his Bible reading from 1 Corinthians 2:9 and urged the faithful to love God and keep His commandments to enjoy long life, as exemplified by Fada Emenanjor.
“This our father is like this because he loves God. Long life is obeying God because if you respect God, He will respect you. The secret of his longevity is seen in Revelation 3:20 God knocks on his door and he opens,”Rev. Orji concluded.
TRIBUTES: “A LIFE WELL LIVED”
Dignitaries and friends poured encomiums on the celebrant.
Prof. Austin Azubogu described him as:
“A life well lived, a legacy well built. We are celebrating a man of great strength, character, and honour. His wisdom has guided many and his kindness has touched countless hearts. 80 years of inspiring lives and making a lasting difference. A true gentleman whose presence is a blessing to all. His journey is a beautiful story of courage, love, and perseverance.”
He added:
“May your golden years be filled with peace, joy, good health, and abundant blessings. Happy 80th Birthday to a truly great man. May your legacy continue to shine for generations.”
BLESSING / PROPHETIC DECLARATION
Ministers of God including Ven. Onyeka Egwuonwu, Rev. Nwokoro Chinedu, and Emmanuel U. Emmanuel proclaimed:
“You are to be useful all the days of your life. Even in old age, the purpose for which God has made you has not expired. You have not expired, because even at this age of eighty, God will continue to use you for the good of the people around you, for the good of your family, for the good of the church, and for the good of the community.”
“And the people of God that have gathered here, we are praying, we are prophesying that what remains of your life will surely be fruitful. God will continue to use you. God will empower you. God will strengthen you. God will keep you strong and active.”
CELEBRANT’S REMARKS
In his remark, Fada Emenanjor humbly requested:
“No one should call me Ogbuefi – (one who kills a cow) or request for a cow in any form from my children or family members, because I have never killed any cow for the family. You can call me ‘This Man’ or Fada Emenanjor. I do not belong to any other association rather than Afor Oba Traders Association.”
DIGNITARIES PRESENT
The event was graced by:
-Members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists, Anambra State Council led by Comrade Odogwu Emeka Odogwu, PhD
Ven. Dr. Onyeka Egwuonwu of the Anglican Church of the Holy Spirit Awka,
Rev. Nwokoro Chinedu, Chairman, Ebonyi State Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN
Emmanuel U. Emmanuel, Director, Ministry of Information, Anambra State
Prof. Austin Azubogu and Chief Anigbogu, among others.
The celebration featured prayers, music, and tributes in honour of a man described by all as a pillar of faith, family, and community.
